Library Media Specialist-Middle Level

Library Media Specialist-Middle Level

Liberty School District 53, Liberty Middle School – Liberty, Missouri, Open in Google Maps

• Job : 5555058
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Feb 25, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Purpose Statement

The job of Library Media Specialist is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibilities for instructing students on the proper use of the library resources; developing and implementing a library program that provides equitable physical and intellectual access; integrating multiple literacies into instruction; supervising clerical functions related to collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, and inventory of library materials, documenting losses and monitoring procedures;

implementing age-appropriate programs for students utilizing library resources; and selecting appropriate items in support of classroom instruction.

This job reports to Principal.

• Assists teachers, students, and administrators for the purpose of identifying resource materials for use in classroom and/or class assignments.
• Collaborates with others (e.g. professional learning community, instructional staff, administrators, students, parents and a variety of community resources, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining and/or improving library services.
• Conducts lessons in a variety of formats (e.g. reading, lessons, story telling, contest, special events, etc.) for the purpose of promoting the use and enjoyment of literature.
• Consistent interaction with students for the purpose of educating students.
• Coordinates requests of individuals and/or sites (e.g. technical support, equipment requirements, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of technological equipment for instructional use.
• Evaluates media equipment (e.g. diagnosing malfunctions, recommending acquisitions, etc.) for the purpose of determining current technology needs.
• Instructs students and teachers on the library as a resource for the purpose of supporting the educational process and enriching student learning.
• Maintains materials inventory (e.g. library books, library hardware/software, media equipment, and related instructional materials, etc.) for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and ensuring the availability of materials when required.
• Monitors student activities for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment conducive to learning.
• Participates in department meetings, in-service training, workshops, committees (e.g. professional learning community, staff meetings, technology committees, curriculum teams, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Performs personnel functions (e.g. interviewing, selecting, training, supervising, evaluating, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing and ensuring that standards are achieved and performance is maximized.
• Performs operating checks on media equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability of equipment for school site use.
• Prepares manual and electronic documents and reports (e.g. budgets, collection statistics, scheduling reports/requests, renewal information, costs, newsletters, monthly and annual reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing documentation and information to others.
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff, parents (e.g. availability of books, finding appropriate reference documents, status of overdue fines, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as required.
• Schedules library availability (e.g. flexible access, regular class time, before and after school, etc.) for the purpose of fostering an accommodating environment and ensuring library usage for all students and faculty.
• Selects quality materials (e.g. digital, visual, textual, technological, etc.) for the purpose of supporting professional, curricular, and individual needs of students, teachers, and administrators.
• Serves as an instructional coach (e.g. the use of technology, principals of intellectual freedom, information retrieval skills, literature appreciation, etc.) for the purpose of supporting classroom teachers.
• Supervises clerical functions (e.g. collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, inventory, discarding, repairing, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring performances and delivering services in a timely fashion.
• Trains students and teachers in the effective use of technology for the purpose of promoting the use of technology as an information resource and enhancing the ability to use new and/or existing technologies.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Skills are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific…