Library Media Coordinator - NC Connections

**School Summary** North Carolina Connections Academy is a public remote charter academy serving students across the state. The school delivers a personalized learning experience through the Connections Academy model, emphasizing strong family partnerships, academic rigor, and equitable access to student support services. The virtual environment allows students to learn flexibly while receiving the guidance and support needed to succeed academically and personally. **Position Summary** Working remotely or from the Durham office, the North Carolina licensed and certified School Library Media Coordinator leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive media program aligned to state and national standards and the school improvement plan. This role extends beyond traditional library management to serve as a school\-wide resource for digital literacy, instruction, and systems development. The coordinator ensures equitable access to high\-quality digital resources, supports instructional practices across content areas, and develops practical tools and processes that improve teaching, learning, and data visibility. The ideal candidate operates as a school\-wide resource leader, combining literacy expertise, technology integration, and practical problem\-solving to support instruction and drive outcomes for both students and staff. The School Library Media Coordinator supports and motivates students and instructional staff through high\-quality virtual instruction using Pearson Online Classroom. Through the use of the telephone, internet, and various curriculum and communication tools, they will consult frequently with instructional staff, learning coaches, and students to ensure that each child successfully completes their instructional program. **Key Responsibilities** * Lead the development and continuous improvement of a virtual media program aligned to state and national standards and the school improvement plan; * Design and maintain a standards\-aligned virtual library space that supports the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and provides accessible, inclusive, and engaging resources for all students and staff; * Manage digital resources to ensure equitable, school\-wide access to high\-quality instructional materials; * Design and implement practical digital systems and tools (e.g., trackers, dashboards, resource hubs) that improve instruction, communication, and data visibility; * Provide training and support to staff on digital tools, instructional technology, and literacy practices; * Deliver digital literacy and/or introductory computer science instruction as assigned; * Support students in research, digital citizenship, and responsible technology use; * Collaborate with teachers to integrate digital literacy across content areas; * Provide targeted literacy support when necessary, partnering with teachers to identify and support struggling readers; * Support instruction through whole gro