Library Media Specialist Jobs
A Library Media Specialist in school administration functions as a vital link to the information and resources for students, teachers, and administrative staff. They manage and organize the library's media collection, which includes books, digital resources, multimedia materials, and educational software. They also engage in planning, promoting, and implementing a range of educational programs, literacy initiatives, and instructional technology integration. They ensure the library environment stimulates learning, fosters a culture of reading, and uses technology to enhance instruction.
Library Media Specialists must possess a Master's degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science. They should have earned a school library media certification or endorsement depending on the state requirements. Key skills include strong organizational abilities, excellent communication skills, adeptness at technology integration, and an understanding of educational content. Prior to becoming a Library Media Specialist, a person may have roles such as a Classroom Teacher, a School Librarian, or an Instructional Technology Coordinator.
District Librarian- Boothbay Schools
- Boothbay Harbor, ME
- 4 hours ago
- Boothbay Harbor, ME
- 4 hours ago
Qualifications: Valid Maine teaching and/or School Library Media Specialist certification (or eligible to obtain the certification upon hire) Strong knowledge of library principles, educational technology...
Position Type: School Teachers/Library Media Specialist Date Posted: 6/17/2025 Location: Eric S....
Middle School Librarian JobID: 1231 Position Type: Support Services/Librarian - Middle School Date Posted: 6/17/2025 Location: SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL Additional Information: Show/Hide Beaumont...
Panama Public Schools is currently accepting applications for the position of School Librarian for the 2025-2026 school year. Interested applicants please email the lower elementary principal Mark...
St. John's Episcopal School's Mission is to provide an enriched academic program that emphasizes the development of each child's potential within a caring and Christian environment. We are seeking...
We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management...
2025-2026 Library/Media Specialist at Northbrook Junior High (Anticipated)
- Northbrook, IL
- 18 hours ago
- Northbrook, IL
- 18 hours ago
/Media Specialist at Northbrook Junior High (Anticipated) Salary: Commensurate with experience Benefits Eligibility: Eligible for full-time benefits for certified personnel Work Year: 8/18/2025 - 6/...
School Information: Located in Taylor, MI, Taylor Exemplar Academy opened in 2006 and serves students Young 5-8. At Taylor Exemplar, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about...
To view the full job description click on the follwing link: Librarian Employment Term (days): 205 Pay Scale: Teacher Primary Purpose: Supervise and manage the school library/media center. Provide...
Overview Genesee Lake School is seeking a Library & Media Specialist to join their team in Oconomowoc!...
Media Specialist - Tenure Track Job Summary: Full Time Libary Media Specialist for Pre-K to Grade 8 Teach library, media and technology classes Qualifications: Proper Certification Required Commences...
Library / Media Specialist Leave Replacement - September Through October
- Demarest, NJ
- 1 day ago
- Demarest, NJ
- 1 day ago
/ MEDIA SPECIALIST LEAVE REPLACEMENT - SEPTEMBER THROUGH OCTOBER This role offers pay starting at $200 per day for the first 10 days, followed by a salary of $56,500....
Start Date: 2023-09-05T00:00:00 End Date: 2023-07-24T00:00:00 Description: TITLE: Library Media Specialist LOCATION: Van Cortlandtville Elementary EFFECTIVE: September 5, 2023 TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Probationary...
Job Summary Job Summary The school library/textbook/media coordinator is charged with the daily operation of the library, media program at the school level. They have the primary responsibility...
Library Information Specialist - Journalism Library evening supervisor
- Columbia, MO
- 2 days ago
- Columbia, MO
- 2 days ago
Library Information Specialist - Journalism Library evening supervisor University of Missouri-Columbia parental leave, paid time off United States, Missouri, Columbia 801 Conley Avenue (Show on...
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Library Media Specialists offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Library Media Specialist position
- Instructional Leadership
- School Improvement
- Instructional Strategies
- Student Discipline
- Professional Learning Communities
- Outreach Marketing
- Student Management
- Student Services
- Classroom Instruction
- Common Core State Standards
- Project Based Learning
- Gifted and Talented Education
- Athletics
- Curriculum Planning
- Secondary Education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Educational Technology
- Technology Integration
- Elementary Education
- Classroom Management
- Masters
- Keyboarding
- Community Relations
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- Lesson Planning
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- Masters In Education
- Media
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- Reading
- Closing
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- Military Background
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- Telephone Skills
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- Teaching
- Employee Development
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- Bachelor's Degree
- Filing
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- English
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Research Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
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