SWBN0317794-0000
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2024-08-28T00:00:00
The Southern Westchester BOCES Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support is seeking a School Library-Media Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate is an experienced School Library Media Specialist who embraces Southern Westchester BOCES’ mission, is passionate about professional learning, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. The School Library Media Specialist will bring an open and innovative mindset, a deep belief that all children can learn, and excellent organization, communication, and project management skills to coach and provide professional learning and strategic support to librarians and teachers throughout the Southern Westchester region. PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the Supervisor of School Library System in:Implementing the NYSED approved Five Year Plan of Service and other systems and Center goals.Realizing SLS CoSER programs including:Arts in educationOnline Information Services (Databases)Media Resource ServicesAutomated Library Systems & Digital Library CollectionsPlanning and facilitating user group meetings, SLS Library Council, Communication Coordinators, and SLS Conferences.Launching and expanding the Arts in Education (AIE) program by developing relationships with AIE vendors and assisting schools and districts in matching AIE programming with school/district goals.Assisting school librarians in creating inclusive learning environments and addressing equity gaps in library, media, and arts education.Identifying and developing new capacity building library services and programs in response to the unique needs of schools and school districts.Developing and leading innovative professional learning across formats (in person, hybrid, synchronous, and asynchronous) for PK-12 librarians and educators with an emphasis on inquiry, selecting high-quality, culturally responsive curriculum resources and building partnerships between librarians and classroom teachers.Co-constructing library curriculum that promotes interdisciplinary learning where librarians work side-by-side with classroom teachers and students.Use data to inform program planning, implementation, and evaluation.Participate in state-wide and Center-wide meetings (usually 6-8 meetings per year) throughout the year and in Board of Education presentations as requested (usually 2-3 meetings per year.Foster consistent SLS-focused communication to a wide audience by growing our existing digital presence (SLS website, Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn) to include blogs, webinars, podcasts, etc.Work closely with colleagues from across the Center for Professional Learning & Curriculum Support (PLCS) and with our larger SWBOCES to collaborate in Center -wide and program specific teaching and learning opportunities. QUALIFICATIONS: New York State Certification as a School Library Media Specialist or eligible for Supplemental School Library certification (12 content credits and CST completed.3+ years of work experience as a School Library Media Specialist with experience leading professional learning and/or peer coaching preferred.Working knowledge of the latest information and communications technologies.Strong knowledge of AASL standards, NYSED learning standards, and curriculums.Excellent teaching, coaching, communication, and leadership skills.Ability to travel to schools and districts throughout the region and occasional state-wide meetings.Strong organizational, writing, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively on a team.Experience with inquiry-based teaching and technology integration.Proficiency in engaging adult learners in a variety of instructional strategies.Strong technology skills. The above functions and duties are subject to additions, revisions, and approval by the Senior Director, Center of Professional Learning & Curriculum Support.
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Southern Westchester BOCES
Lower Hudson Valley
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