JOB DESCRIPTION
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PERTH AMBOY
BOARD OF EDUCATION
School Library Media Specialist
(School Librarian)
Statement of Job
A School Library Medial Specialist is responsible to the school Principal for the operation of the
school library and the discipline and welfare of students present therein and under the librarian's charge.
The role includes expertise in the broad range of both print and nonprint materials and related equipment.
It incorporates the evaluation, selection, classification, scheduling and utilization of print, nonprint and
related equipment to meet the needs of the instructional program and the variation of pupil, faculty and
community interests.
Duties and Responsibilities
The School Library Media Specialist shall within his/her certificate and in accord with terms and
conditions of employment contained in the negotiated agreements, which and if applicable:
A. Organize and maintain a school library that is curriculum oriented and to provide assistance
and materials to students as well as teaching staff.
- Organizes circulation procedures and schedules.
- Does evaluation, selection and acquisition of materials pursuant to applicable policies
and regulations.
- Processes and organizes materials to provide optimum accessibility.
B. Provide instruction in the use of print, nonprint materials and equipment.
C. Promote reading and foster interest in library materials by compiling bibliographies, providing
special reader interest books and periodicals, providing exhibits and activities such as story
hours, film showings, etc.
D. Administer and oversee the functioning of the resource facility.
- Leads supporting staff as provided. Designates duties and trains staff members.
- Elementary school librarians perform all necessary clerical duties such as typing,
charging, carding, filing, etc. (as referred to in job description of Library Aides in Policy
Manual) unless such assistance is provided by the Board of Education or other
agencies.
E. Relate the utilization of materials and equipment to learning situations.
F. Assist students and teachers to locate resources and answer reference questions.
School Library Media Specialist (Cont'd.)
(School Librarian)
G. Provide reading, listening and viewing guidance for students and teachers.
H. Support the educational goals of the school and community.
I. Inform the faculty and administration of current acquisitions of materials and equipment.
J. Keep abreast of trends and developments in instructional media.
K. Assist the Principal to administer the budget allocated to this facet of the school's operation.
L. Perform such other duties as may be required by the Principal or Supervisor.
Qualifications
Possession of New Jersey Educational Service Certificate with Associate Educational Media Specialist
endorsement.
References: 18A:11-1, NJAC 6:3-1.21
Date Adopted: 6/28/79
Date Revised: 11/19/92