Summer School: Library Media Specialist - $49.0 An Hour

Position Information

Position Type: Summer School / Library Media Specialist

Date Posted: 2/15/2026

Location: Districtwide

Closing Date: 04/07/2026

Title Summer School: Library Media Specialist

Qualifications

Illinois Teaching Certificate – Type 03 or 10 with Library Information Specialist or Media Endorsement (K-5)

Illinois Teaching Certificate – Type 03, 09, or 10 for Middle School with Middle School Endorsement

Library Information Specialist or Media Endorsement

Performance Responsibilities

Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI)

Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students

Adheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff Handbook

Contributes to a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) program

Orders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraints

Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs

Meets and instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times assigned

Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property;

keeps supplies ingood working condition, is responsible for all materials as well as manages repair of equipment

Collaborates as needed with appropriate school personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions

Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly productive environment

Oversees media center assistants and provides direction as needed

Plans, directs, implements and evaluates the library program

Assists students in becoming effective and discriminating users of library resources

Organizes library material, equipment, and facilities for effective and efficient utilization and circulation of print and electronic resources

Keeps the collection current within the constraints of the annual budget by purchasing quality print and non-print materials

Through a working knowledge of books and authors in the collection, assists students with reading selections

Effectively utilizes clerical, volunteer, student and/or other personnel to provide quality library service to users

Assists students and teachers in locating and using information resources

Actively plans with teachers and groups or teachers to integrate library services and multimedia materials with the instructional program

Promotes reading for enjoyment and personal growth

Provides equitable access to resources and information for both students and staff

Follows and models established policies, laws, (including copyright laws), principles of intellectual freedom, and ethical behavior

Communicates the Learning Resource Center's (LRC) role in teaching and learning to the school community

Provides professional development opportunities for staff

Prepares and oversees the LRC's media program budget that reflects the priorities of the entire school community

Maintains an accurate catalog to facilitate access to the LRC's resources and conducts an inventory on a regular basis

Attends and participates in team, department, faculty meetings, and professional development

Maintains attractive and inviting physical and online spaces that promote participatory learning experiences and intellectual growth

Adheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality

Performs other such duties and assumes other responsibilities as may be assigned by the School Principal or Assistant Principal

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Planning and Preparation

– Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students learning.

Classroom Environment

– Creates an environment of respect and report, establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages students behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space.

Instruction

– Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.

Professional Responsibility

– Reflects on teaching, maintains accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism.

Technical Competent in digital environments;

iPads, databases,spreadsheets, publishing software, Microsoft Office, Google applications etc.

Interpersonal Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and parents. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Empathetic, humanistic and open-minded. Strong sense of teamwork. Strategic thinker. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people.

District Core Competencies

Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community.

Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity.

Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students.

Understanding that your identity may be different than students, parents, and staff, you are willing to put those differences aside for the success of all students.

Regardless of the identities of students, staff, or parents, works collaboratively to build a successful relationship with them.

Willingly anticipate, identify and adopt change.

Engage in all job-related interactions and activities, with contacts from within and outside the District, in a courteous and professional manner.

Communicate with styles that are approachable and respectful.

Participate in professional development and training to become more effective and efficient.

Take initiative to manage multiple tasks.

Effectively organize work to be as productive as possible.

Physical Demands

Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance.

Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.

Working Conditions: Some exposure to definitely disagreeable elements may exist.

Terms of Employment June 8, 2026 - July 2, 2026;

Monday thru Friday;

8:30 a.M. - 3:00 p.M.

Salary Range Minimum of $48.96 per hour. (Current D50 employees in this position will be paid their current rate of pay.)

How to Apply Internal applicants should apply online at. External applicants should apply online at and attach three letters of recommendations, resume and transcript(s) to the online application. All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Contact Person Tia MartinezDirector of Educational Supports & Innovation

Application Deadline April 7, 2026

Equal Opportunity Employer Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories. The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services ) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the District's Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources ) answers questions concerning employment discrimination.

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