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Library Media Specialist

Duties:

Areas of information literacy, Acceptable Use Policy, ethical use of information, intellectual property and copyright and use of educational technologies
Promotes the integrated use of technology as a teaching and learning tool; models instructional strategies and coaches staff members in the integration of technology and information literacy skills
Communicates and collaborates with the district’s technology department and district curriculum committees as assigned
Participates as a learner and teacher in district wide meetings, in-service, and committees; participates in educational and professional activities and associations
Run various Library clubs including: Fiction Addiction Book Club; Graphic, Anime, Comic, and Manga Enthusiast Book Club; HubsREAD Podcast, Lego Club

*The above description covers the most significant duties performed, but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the skills and responsibility levels appropriate for this position

Qualifications

Meets current library information specialist endorsement requirements for the Illinois State Board of Education
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
One or more years of experience as a Media Specialist (except in the case of a new college graduate)
Preference includes a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with specialist qualifications as prescribed by the state of Illinois including coursework and/or background of work experience with hours that include library and information science, instructional technology, cataloging and reference work
Applicants having classroom teaching experience are preferred

Salary/Benefits:

Competitive Salary (base salary for 25-26 Masters $49,255 $89,953), full paid TRS, full single health insurance and dental, and $20,000 Term Life Insurance. . There will also be additional stipends available for extracurriculars.

How to Apply:

Send resume, letter of interest, and references to Dr. Christopher R. Lewis, Principal, via email at clewis@rthsd212.org

Email Address: clewis@rthsd212.org

School District: https://www.rochelleschools.org/o/rths

Position Website: https://www.rochelleschools.org/o/rths

ILearn Link: ILearn

Report Card Link: District Report Card

Job Posting Date: 10/3/2024

Start Date: 8/1/2025