School Library Media Specialist (Education Program Specialist I) Job at Maryland

Overview

School Library Media Specialist (Education Program Specialist I)

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland.

Location

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building, 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The Specialist for School Library Media provides best-in-class leadership, professional learning, and technical assistance to local education agencies (LEA) and other stakeholders for the implementation and use of information literacy skills. This position supports the integration of school library media programs and initiatives with effective teaching and learning practices across core content areas to accelerate student achievement. It engages in collaborative opportunities with LEAs and school library media professionals to build capacity for implementing State and federal standards. It provides evidence-based professional learning and technical assistance for Maryland’s school library media initiatives aligned with prekindergarten through grade 12 standards. It also supports programs and initiatives to ensure the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and the MSDE multiyear Strategic Plan initiatives are implemented successfully.

Position Duties

• Provides professional learning and technical assistance for Maryland’s school library media initiatives by supporting implementation of PK-12 State and national standards.
• Communicates the vision, mission, and plans related to scaling high-quality school library media practices in alignment with the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and MSDE’s Strategic Plan.
• Disseminates and publicizes the Maryland School Library Media Learning Standards for students and educators.
• Develops, maintains, and refines MSDE’s school library media resources.
• Supports LEAs as they implement school library media programs to accelerate student achievement.
• Conducts onsite visits and collaborates with LEA staff to communicate best practices.
• Identifies, pursues, manages, and monitors grant funding opportunities in collaboration with MSDE’s Office of Grants Administration and Compliance.
• Researches and promotes emerging technologies to improve engagement and information literacy.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to integrate Library Media Standards into Maryland College and Career Ready Standards and related initiatives.
• Designs and provides professional development related to school library media standards.
• Develops initiatives to connect school library media programs to student achievement and integrate information literacy skills and digital resources across curricular areas.
• Collects and reports data related to School Library Media practices and programs.
• Conducts research on current evidence-based practices and applies lessons learned to state programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education : A Master’s degree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate coursework in Library Media, Library Sciences, or a related field.

Experience : Four years of administrative or teaching experience in, or affiliated with, an education program involving School Library Media, Library Science, or a related field.

Notes

Selective Qualifications

One year of teaching experience in a school-based library media program.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements

Applicants must consent to a State and FBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure for all employees.

Selection Process

Submit complete information on your application to show you meet the qualifications by the closing date. Candidates are ranked Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified. The list is eligible for one year. If education is obtained outside the U.S., an evaluated credential is required prior to hire. The assessment may include rating education, training, and experience related to the position.

Benefits

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Further Instructions

Applicants must complete the MD State Government online application and submit their professional resume. Include all related duties even if listed on a resume. If applying by paper, follow the instructions to submit materials by fax or mail. Inquiries : 410-767-0012. Appropriate accommodations available. Proof of eligibility to work is required. Maryland is an equal opportunity employer; Veterans and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Postings Snapshot

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level; Employment type : Full-time; Job function : Education and Training

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