DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: This position carries the responsibility for the administration and supervision of the school library media center program. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans and implements a program for the evaluation, selection, acquisition, and arrangement of materials and equipment for maximum use. Supervises the organization and ensures the accessibility of the collection of print and non-print media through cataloging, classification, and processing of the materials. Develops a climate that encourages students and teachers to make optimum use of the school library media center and its resources. Plans cooperatively with faculty members to coordinate materials and library activities with curriculum programs, units, and textbooks. Assists curriculum committees in selection of appropriate materials for resource units and curriculum guides. Instructs students in research techniques and learning skills. Guides users in reading, listening, and viewing. Keeps accurate records of amounts spent in library media center budget accounts. Develops, proposes, and justifies budget requests for the school library media program. Participates in the selection and evaluation of personnel for the school library media program. Provides staff development programs for teachers in the evaluation, selection, production, and use of print and non-print materials and equipment in implementing curriculum. Supervises the organization and maintenance of the school’s textbook collection. Other duties as assigned. CREDENTIAL: Valid California teaching credential with a specialization in Librarianship. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Library Science. Course work in audio-visual education or instructional technology. EXPERIENCE: T hree years of successful teaching or school library experience desirable. Preferably with a multi-ethnic student population. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to work well with people, skills in organization, ability to supervise, interest toward innovation, outgoing and optimistic temperament. SUPERVISION: Responsible to: Principal (or appropriate school administrator). Responsible for: Assigned certificated, classified, and/or student staff.