• School Media Specialist (Library)

    Orange-Ulster BOCES (Goshen, NY)


    Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose.

     

    We are seeking a School Media Specialist who will be responsible for the planning and managing of a library media center and for the BOCES media services for school districts in accordance with district and state guidelines.

     

    Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences.

    You’ll do this by:

    + Instructing staff on a formal and informal basis on skills related to research, production of materials and the use of information technologies

    + Making resources available to teachers through an organized collection of materials, assisting users in identifying, locating and interpreting information

    + Integrating information skills throughout the school's instructional program, teaching and reinforcing instruction designed to make staff effective users of information

    + Promoting student reading experiences and the teaching of the library curriculum

    + Coordinating the selection, ordering, circulation and inventory of all library/media materials, with the responsibility for the budgetary aspects of the library/media program

    + Promoting lifelong learning by fostering positive attitudes toward libraries

    + Providing consultant service to teachers and administrators

    + Assisting in the in-service training of staff on matters relating to instructional materials and the use of library facilities

    Why this is a great job:

    You will make a difference!

     

    As a School Media Specialist, you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students.

    Along with making a difference, you will receive:

    Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities

     

    + Benefits include paid holidays, sick & personal time

    + NYS retirement and health & dental insurance

    + Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth

    What you bring to our team:

    + A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills

    Job Qualifications

    Valid NYS Certification as School Media Specialist (Library)

     

    Background in educational technology preferred

     

    Position Start Date:09/02/2025

     

    Application Deadline:06/06/2025