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Orange-Ulster BOCES School Media Specialist (Library) in Goshen, New York
Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose.
We are seeking a School Media Specialist who will be responsible for the planning and managing of a library media center and for the BOCES media services for school districts in accordance with district and state guidelines.
Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences.
You’ll do this by:
Instructing staff on a formal and informal basis on skills related to research, production of materials and the use of information technologies
Making resources available to teachers through an organized collection of materials, assisting users in identifying, locating and interpreting information
Integrating information skills throughout the school's instructional program, teaching and reinforcing instruction designed to make staff effective users of information
Promoting student reading experiences and the teaching of the library curriculum
Coordinating the selection, ordering, circulation and inventory of all library/media materials, with the responsibility for the budgetary aspects of the library/media program
Promoting lifelong learning by fostering positive attitudes toward libraries
Providing consultant service to teachers and administrators
Assisting in the in-service training of staff on matters relating to instructional materials and the use of library facilities
Why this is a great job:
You will make a difference!
As a School Media Specialist, you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students.
Along with making a difference, you will receive:
Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities
Benefits include paid holidays, sick & personal time
NYS retirement and health & dental insurance
Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth
What you bring to our team:
A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Valid NYS Certification as School Media Specialist (Library)
Background in educational technology preferred
Position Start Date:09/03/2024