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Amergis Library Media Specialist in Lake City, South Carolina
The Library Media Specialist demonstrates the ability tocreate a learning environment that encourages reading and informationtechnology literacy. The Library MediaSpecialist leads and models the effective use of the current information mediaof the day and uses effective techniques in communication and instructionaltechnology to foster active inquiry and collaboration. The Library MediaSpecialist is able to adapt to and implement educational change initiatives andcomply with applicable policies and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings
Establishes and communicates high academic expectations withregard to state and local curriculum objectives
Plans, designs, and arranges school library mediacenters
Evaluates, selects, and maintains materials for the generaland professional collections
Stays current with educational trends, current research, andtechnological advances
Collaborates with curriculum committees, leadership teams,assessment
Models for students, teachers, and educational support staffthe strategies for locating, accessing, and evaluating information within andoutside of the library media center
Demonstrates knowledge of educational research, trends, andbest practices
Communicates and interacts professionally with students,parents, staff, and community
Participates in district-wide and building committeesrelated to educational and employment matters, as applicable
Adheres to district and Amergis' policies and procedures
Minimum Requirements:
Possess a Bachelor’s Degree (Education) or relatedfield.
Understanding and experience with curriculum design,planning and instruction
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.