Library Media Specialist

Professional Dates: TBD

Program Dates: July 7, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Location: Dorothy Hamm MS & Washington-Liberty HS

Model: IN-PERSON

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides instruction in locating, analyzing, and effectively using information resources for all curriculum needs.

• Collaborates and partners with teaching staff to deliver ongoing instruction in the acquisition of information literacy skills tied to the APS curriculum.

• Encourages students and teachers to maximize the use of information in various formats, electronic as well as print, and promotes the ethical use of information technology.

• Customizes instruction to serve diverse learning populations through varying instructional activities.

• Integrates fiction and nonfiction works into lesson design.

• Is knowledgeable about literature for children and young adults.

• Motivates students to appreciate reading as a lifelong activity.

• Provides orientation and training to all students and staff concerning library services and resources, including the use of all features of the APS OPAC, Follett Destiny.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience with managing a library and working as a school librarian.

• Experience working with a diverse population of learners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters in Library Science or equivalent; school library teaching certificate.

• Familiarity with the Follett Destiny library software.

• Familiarity with the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs).

• Familiarity with the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) National School Library Standards.

• Familiarity with Dewey Decimal shelving order.

• Ability to develop literacy and media literacy lessons that support the Virginia SOLs.

• Strong interpersonal, collaboration and technology skills.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Candidates should contact Amy Hailey at [email protected] or at 703-228-6083 if interested in this position.

SALARY:

Hourly rate or $36.68/hr., whichever is higher. FY25 VRS Hourly Rate as of July 1, 2024.