Md. Code Regs. 13A.12.05.06

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 13A.12.05.06 - Library Media Administrator

A. Definition.

(1) In this regulation, the following term has the meaning indicated.

(2) Term Defined. "Library media administrator" means an individual designated by the local superintendent of schools as having responsibility for the:

(a) Administration and supervision of the library media program, including the supervision of the library media program in the individual schools; and

(b) Development of policies, programs, budgets, and procedures for the library media services of the school system and its schools.

B. Education and Experience. To be licensed as library media administrator, the applicant shall:

(1) Meet the requirements for licensure as a library media specialist;

(2) Have a master's degree from an institution of higher education;

(3) Have 3 years of effective library media program experience;

(4) Complete 3 semester hours or State-approved CPD credits in special education coursework; and

(5) Complete one of the options listed under Regulation .05 of this chapter that would lead to certification as Administrator I.

C. Special Provision. An applicant seeking to satisfy the requirements of §B(3) of this regulation may, at the recommendation of the local school superintendent, substitute 2 years of related effective experience for 2 years of library media program experience.

Md. Code Regs. 13A.12.05.06

Regulations .06 adopted effective November 7, 1994 (21:22 Md. R. 1879); adopted effective 51:5 Md. R. 231, eff. 4/1/2024.