Position Announcement--Kirkland, WA

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Lake Washington Schools
Open until filled

LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALISTS 
(1997-98 School Year)

PERSONNEL OFFICE
P.O. BOX 2909
KIRKLAND, WA 98083

POSITION

The district is seeking qualified applicants for the position of library
media specialist for the Lake Washington School District.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Must possess or be eligible for an appropriate Washington teaching
certificate 
* Successful training as a librarian at the level for which the
application is being submitted is preferred
* Demonstrate the ability to provide the leadership and/or participation
necessary to ensure that the library media computer program is fully
integrated into the school's curriculum goals 
* Demonstrate the ability to provide the instruction which results in the
effective use of the library media center 
* Demonstrate an enthusiasm for the enjoyment of literature, story
telling, and poetry appropriate to the age level 
* Demonstrate the ability to organize and supervise clerical, student
aides, and parent volunteer program 
* Knowledge of and ability to use and maintain all forms of audio visual
equipment Possess the management and organizational skills necessary to
set up and maintain a school library 
*  Ability to assist teachers develop and assign lessons using support
materials Ability to use a computerized circulation system, catalog, and
information-retrieval technology (i.e., CD ROM, Mac Computers) 
* Possess human relation skills in relating to students, staff members,
parents and demonstrate ability to generate enthusiasm among students and 
staff for the library program 
* Experience initiating library/literature enrichment programs for
students Ability to schedule and manage library schedule and program to
meet classroom and student needs
* Willingness to offer staff learning opportunities related to new
technologies, use and production of a variety of media 
* Provide access to information and ideas by assisting students and staff
in identifying information resources outside the school 
* Ability to systematically develop a collection of resources within the
school and access resources outside the school 
* Demonstrate system to inform students, staff, and parents of new
materials and equipment