Library and Media Consultant

Qualifications

• K-12 Library Media Specialist (Endorsement 0036) or Library Media Coordinator (Endorsement Code 0035)
• Bachelor’s degree in education or comparable degree
• NH Teacher certification in Library Media
• Strong knowledge of library media instructions
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels (K-6)
• A valid driver’s license is required

Responsibilities

• In person consultation on-site minimum 2x per month- required
• Provides materials and curriculum that are engaging and age appropriate for students (K-6)
• Regular and predictable attendance and presence at respective center is an essential requirement of position
• Provides individual and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying intellectual and artistic abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities
• Provides learning experiences in the area of library media guided by the NH state curriculum guidelines and district standards and requirements, while creating an environment that is conducive to a student’s learning and involvement
• Responsible for overseeing and supporting all critical functions of the school library and materials
• Maintain and organize books and other related materials
• Provide instruction on how to use the library, resources, and other technologies to staff and students
• Collaborate with SPED teachers and SPED consultants when necessary
• Coincides with book fairs and hosts visiting authors when appropriate
• Assists students in locating reference and other instructional materials, and in developing knowledge, skills, and abilities to gain independence and fully utilize the library materials and resources
• Works with students individually and in small groups when necessary
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Prepare and train SPED teacher on standards-based science lessons in Grades K-6 with the support of classroom teachers
• Work collaboratively with district level staff to review and revise science curriculum and coordinate ordering and purchase of materials
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and special education staff to understand students’ needs

Qualifications

• A qualified applicant will be knowledgeable in the content area standards and demonstrate a commitment to bringing learning to life for students of all ability levels