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Job Description:
Notice of Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027
POSITION: Library Media Specialist (1.0 FTE)
LOCATION: Weston Middle School
Job Goal: To develop a culture of literacy through text and various media tools by maximizing the purpose and use of the library media center for todays learner; and to empower students to become independent users of information and navigate the complex world of media with expertise and a discerning eye.
This is an opportunity for a Library Media Specialist to craft a vision of a modern day media center as the hub of Westons only middle school. The Learning Commons is currently host to a Think Tank classroom and TV Studio and supports the work of the Project Challenge program.
Qualifications:
- Holds or is eligible for CT certification as a school Library Media Specialist (062)
- Possesses a degree from an accredited college or university
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Capable of establishing positive and productive working relationships with teachers and students
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable
Performance Responsibilities:
Instruction
- Works collaboratively with teachers in the critical areas of designing authentic learning tasks and integrating the information and communication abilities required to meet subject matter standards.
- Leads educational technology integration school-wide.
- Works collaboratively with teachers to integrate technology standards into classroom curriculum and instruction.
- Provides instruction in classrooms and/or the library media center.
Professional Learning:
- Knowledgeable about current research on teaching and learning and skilled in applying its findings to a variety of situations.
- Leads professional learning for technology education and digital skills.
- Supports the implementation of high-quality technological resources in the classroom.
- Collaborates with district media specialists.
- Represents the school in communications to families regarding safe technology use and age-appropriate expectations.
Technology Integration
- Supports the implementation of school-wide instructional technology, supporting staff, students, and families.
- Collaborates with district IT staff.
Library Media Center Management:
- Operates and supervises the Library Learning Commons
- Advocates for the library media program and provides the knowledge, vision, and leadership to steer it creatively and energetically.
- Curates and organizes a diverse collection of print and digital resources to support the school-wide curriculum.
- Develops and maintains a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging resources and making them accessible to students and staff.
- Monitors and analyzes use of library media center resources.
- Administers school-based research databases.
- Prepares, manages and administers the media center budget, equipment, and facilities, and evaluates the program to ensure its quality both at a general level and on a day-to-day basis.
- Supervises the media center para-educator in the performance of their duties.
- Maintains a welcoming and productive atmosphere in the library media center.
- Manages the distribution of student technological devices.
Other
- Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities of a certified professional as the Principal may assign from time to time.
POSITION AVAILABILITY - August 24, 2026
TERMS - as established by the Contract between the Weston Board of Education and the Weston Teachers Association
Apply online - Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and three letters of reference.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Weston Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Weston Board of Education ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, or disability. The Weston Board of Education has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers, administrators, and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.