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Job Announcement: School Library Media Specialist
introduction
The Maryland Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class education system that prepares all students for success in college and career in the 21st century. With excellent oversight from our departments, we oversee state and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, school administrators and other educators throughout Maryland.
degree
Government salary grade 21
Salary Range: $91,761 – $142,914
*State salary guidelines apply to current state employees.
Position location
Nancy S. Building Grassmik Educational
200 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main purpose of the job
The School Library Media Specialist provides best-in-class leadership, professional learning, and technical assistance to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and other key stakeholders to implement and use information literacy skills. This position will also support the integration of school library media programs and initiatives with highly effective teaching and learning practices in all core content areas to accelerate student achievement.
The School Library Media Specialist participates in collaborative opportunities with LEAs and school library media professionals to build capacity for successful implementation of state and federal school library media standards. The School Library Media Specialist provides evidence-based professional learning and technical assistance for Maryland school library media initiatives in alignment with state Pre-K-12 and national standards. This position will also support programs and initiatives to ensure the successful implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and the Maryland Department of Education’s Multi-Year Strategic Plan initiatives.
Duties of the position
Provides best-in-class professional learning and technical assistance for Maryland school library media initiatives by supporting implementation of statewide PreK-12 and national standards.
- Communicates and guides on the vision, mission, and short- and long-term plans related to expanding high-quality school library media practices in alignment with the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and MSDE Multi-Year Strategic Plan initiatives.
- Publish and disseminate Maryland School Library Media Learning Standards to students and teachers.
- Continuously develops, maintains and improves MSDE’s school library media resources.
- Provides technical assistance and professional learning to LEAs as they implement school library media programs and initiatives to accelerate student achievement.
- Participates in on-site school visits and meets with LEA staff in collaborative meetings to communicate and advise on best practices.
- Identifies, pursues, manages, and monitors grant funding opportunities in collaboration with MSDE’s Office of Grants Management and Compliance.
- Researches and promotes emerging technologies to improve engagement and information literacy of students.
- Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to integrate Maryland College Supportive Library Media Standards, Career Readiness Standards, and initiatives related to media integration and accessible information resources.
- Design and provide professional development opportunities related to school library media standards.
- Develop and implement initiatives to demonstrate the connection of school library media programs to student achievement and to ensure the integration of information literacy skills and digital resources into all curriculum areas.
- Collect and report accurate and timely data related to school library media practices, programs, and initiatives and apply best-in-class practices.
- Conduct research on current, evidence-based library media practices in schools designed to accelerate student achievement and apply lessons learned to state programs and initiatives.
Minimum qualifications
expertise: Four years of administrative or teaching experience (at the school or district level) in an educational program involving school library media, library science, or a related or affiliated field.
Notes:
- Candidates can substitute a bachelor’s degree with 6 years’ experience in the specified content to meet the minimum qualifications listed above.
- Candidates may substitute possession of a doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the position option for one year of the required experience.
- The required area of ​​education and experience is unique to each option and is determined by the MSDE in accordance with Education Material, Maryland Code Annotated Section 2-104. The specific education and experience qualifications for each position are recorded in the Human Resources Management Branch of the Business Services Department.
- Candidates may substitute military service experience for the United States Armed Forces as a commissioned officer in the education program classifications or education program specialty codes in the educational work field on an annual basis for the required experience and education.
Selective qualifications
One year of teaching experience in a school library media program.
Required or preferred qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Please include clear and specific information in your application regarding your qualifications.
- Pre-K knowledge through 12 school library informational programs and curricula.
- Knowledge of the National and Maryland School Libraries media standards for learners, librarians, and bookstores.
- Knowledge of trends, regulations, and policies that affect school library media programs and information literacy skills.
- Skilled in implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and providing high-quality, service-level support and technical assistance for office media programs.
- Skilled in supporting the integration of school library media programs and initiatives with highly effective teaching and learning practices across core content areas to accelerate student achievement.
- The skill of collaborating with diverse communities and organizations for the purpose of implementing programs and strategies.
- Skill in developing and delivering research-based, best-in-class professional development programs.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and time-sensitive deadlines.
- Ability to interpret and apply learning standards, policies and regulations.
- Ability to work as a team member and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Special requirements
Applicants must agree to a State and FBI background check (CJIS) as a routine procedure for all employees.
Selection process
Please ensure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the necessary qualifications for this hiring. All information regarding your qualifications must be submitted by the deadline. We will not take into account information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be rated as Best Qualified, Best Qualified, or Qualified. The resulting list of qualified candidates will be placed on the eligible (hiring) list for one year.
For education obtained outside the United States, a transcript of equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation will be required prior to employment. The approved qualified list generated for this recruitment may be used to fill similar positions in this agency or other state agencies.
The evaluation may consist of an evaluation of your education, training, and experience related to the job requirements. You must provide complete and accurate information about your application. Please report all experience and education related to this position.
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More instructions
Applicants must complete the MD State Government’s online application for employment and Submit their professional CV. The application and resume must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications must be complete to be considered, including all relevant job duties, even if also listed on the attached resume. Additional materials required with the online application can be downloaded, sent to the fax number, or mailed to the address provided.
If you are unable to apply online, paper applications may be obtained from the link below and faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If there is a supplemental questionnaire, it must be completed and sent with your application Paper. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Inquiries can be made at 410-767-0012, TDD 410-333-3045. Appropriate accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. If you are experiencing difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the Department of Health’s Budget and Management Division, Employment and Examinations Division at 410-767-4850. TTY users: Connect via Maryland Relay.
Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act is required. Any misrepresentation of academic requirements or experience for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.
As an equal opportunity employer, the State of Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who reflect the diversity of the state. Individuals with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our veterans for their service to our country.
All application materials must be received in our office by the deadline.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.
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