Instructional Media and Learning Coordinator

Union County Public Schools Job Description POSITION TITLE: Instructional Media & Learning Coordinator TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 months DATE 05.6.2026 DATE OF PREVIOUS REVISION: N.A FLSA EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt PAY GRADE: Certified teacher scale JOB SUMMARY Under the supervision of the K-12 Curriculum Director, the Instructional Media and Learning Coordinator provides instructional leadership and support across assigned schools. The coordinator works with teachers, administrators, and students to integrate digital tools, innovative instructional strategies, and media resources that enhance teaching and learning. This role rotates among schools to support literacy, instructional technology integration, artificial intelligence (AI) awareness, digital citizenship, and access to print and digital resources, while collaborating with school and district leaders to ensure effective digital learning aligned to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and district priorities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Provide instructional leadership across assigned schools to implement a comprehensive school library media program informed by state and national standards, develop and manage a learner-centered collection of print and digital resources that directly support curriculum, strengthen digital teaching and learning practices and support the effective integration of instructional technology into classroom instruction.
2. Collaborate with teachers and school leaders to design and implement lessons that integrate instructional tools, emerging technologies, and innovative instructional strategies aligned with curriculum standards.
3. Champion literacy and lifelong learning by connecting students with engaging instructional media, building relationships, and supporting instruction through coaching, modeling, and co-teaching with both print and digital resources.
4. Promote digital literacy, artificial intelligence awareness, and digital citizenship, supporting responsible and ethical technology use among students and staff in accordance with district policies and state guidelines.
5. Design and deliver professional learning opportunities for educators focused on digital learning strategies, instructional technology integration, emerging technologies, and innovative instructional practices.
6. Support access to and effective use of instructional media resources, including digital and print materials that enhance teaching and learning across assigned schools. Union County Public Schools Job Description
7. Serve as a liaison between assigned schools and district departments, supporting the implementation of district learning initiatives and monitoring emerging trends in educational technology to inform instructional practices. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
8. Accurately maintain records as required by state or federal laws, and Union County Board of Education policies, and/or school-based requests, and adhere to confidentiality requirements of state and federal law.
9. Serve multiple schools on a rotating schedule to provide instructional support.
10. Collaborate with school administrators and leadership teams to identify school-specific needs and opportunities.
11. Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation as required by district policies and leadership.
12. Foster collaboration among schools to share effective practices and resources.
13. Establish and maintain welcoming physical and virtual learning environments that provide flexible access to media resources and spaces.
14. Coordinate and lead Media Advisory and Media Review Committees in accordance with district policy.
15. Perform other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Minimum Qualifications Desirable Qualifications Valid North Carolina Professional Educator's License Licensure in one of the following preferred areas (or currently enrolled in a program with expectation to complete degree within 4 years of hire date): o Library Media Coordinator (076) Master's degree in Education, Instructional Technology, Educational Leadership, or related field Experience supporting instructional technology integration in classrooms Experience providing professional learning for educators Experience supporting school library media services or digital learning programs Union County Public Schools Job Description Minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE Familiarity with North Carolina School Library Media Coordinator Standards, American Association of School Libraries (AASL) Standards for School Libraries, and International Society of Technology in Education (ISTE) standards Knowledge of instructional technology integration and innovative instructional practices Knowledge of digital citizenship, responsible technology use, and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence Familiarity with the North Carolina Digital Learning Competencies, ISTE Standards, and best practices for digital learning Knowledge of instructional media resources and their role in supporting curriculum

TYPE OF SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS NC Continuing Professional License (CPL) in a Teaching Area Ability to manage, plan, coordinate, and control assigned programs; coordinate opportunities for new teachers to expand and deepen their teaching knowledge and skill Ability to manage new teacher induction, prepare and deliver presentations WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT Ability to read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures Ability to analyze situations accurately, and adopt an effective course of action. Ability to maintain confidentiality in matters relating to the school system Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. PROBLEM SOLVING Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions Ability to apply critical thinking skills to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists COMMUNICATION/INTERCATIONS Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Excellent oral and written communication skills required, including the ability to prepare formal correspondence, facilitate meetings and problem solving Union County Public Schools Job Description CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to build and maintain cooperative working relationships with all departments within UCPS. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ENVIRONMENT: Strength: Sedentary/Medium - Exert force 10-25 lbs., frequently; and up to 10 lbs., constantly; or a negligible amount of force to frequently lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. Physical Demands: Frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Vision: Frequent near acuity and occasional far acuity. Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Vision to read printed materials, a VDT screen, or other monitoring devices. Environmental Conditions: Varies from classrooms to exposure to outside weather conditions with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat. Exposure to noise intensity levels ranging from moderate to loud for occasional to frequent time periods. Hazards: Furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals and fumes (as related to specific assignment), and power/hand-operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment). In compliance with Federal Law, Union County Public Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.