2026-2027: Librarian Media Specialist

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

(502) 695-6700

JOB TITLE

Librarian / Media Center Specialist

REPORTS TO

Principal

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

Certified Salary Schedule

Increment/Extended Days

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

207

EXEMPT STATUS

Exempt

JOB CLASS CODE

1060

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Certified

DATE APPROVED

BASIC FUNCTION

To manage the operation of the Library/Media Center in a manner which assures that it complements the instructional program of the school and each faculty member.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Searches for, evaluates, selects, and requisitions library/media center materials.

Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials.

Informs teachers and other staff members concerning new books/materials the library/media center acquires.

Maintains a comprehensive system for cataloging all media.

Instructs segments in media skills.  Note:  Where instruction is given to students, the Librarian/Media Center Coordinator will be evaluated in his/her use of the Teaching/Learning Process.  The indicators for the classroom teacher will apply to instructional performance.

Works with teachers in planning assignments leading to extended use of library/media resources.

Helps students to develop independent reference skills, including use of reference materials, in relation to planned assignments.  Note:  The note following item “5” applies if instruction is given.

Participates with the faculty in curriculum planning.

Prepares and administers the Library/Media Center.

Supervises aides in the performance of their duties.

Prepares all required written reports and records related to the Library/Media Center.

Is responsible for annual inventory of the Library/Media Center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree and Kentucky certification for Library Media Specialist, and such alternatives to the above as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.