Library Media Specialist Jobs in Illinois

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.

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Instructor (Library Media Specialist), Box BAT-529/00128

  • Batavia, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Batavia, IL
  • 4 days ago

Title Instructor (Library Media Specialist), Box BAT-529/00128 The job title for the vacancy. Occupational Category No Preference The salary grade for this vacancy....

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Library Information Specialist

  • Crete, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Crete, IL
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Instructional Specialist Date Posted: 8/12/2025 Location: Crete-Monee High School Date Available: Immediately Closing Date: Until filled    Teacher...

Librarian, Academic (Hourly)

  • Highland, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Highland, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Librarian, Academic (Hourly) Austin Community College District, United States about 20 hours ago Location: Highland, ILLINOIS Job Type: PartTime Job Posting Closing Times: Job postings are removed...

School Librarian

  • Kankakee, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kankakee, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Openings as of 6/22/2025 Kankakee School District 111 School Librarian JobID: 5304 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 6/18/2025 Location: District Wide Date Available: August...

Librarian - 1.0 FTE

  • Champaign, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Elementary and PreK-8 School Teaching (Licensed)/ Library/Media Specialist Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: Garden Hills Academy Date Available: August 2025 District:   Champaign...

Library Media Specialist - 2025-2026SY

  • East Saint Louis, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Library Media Specialist - 2025-2026SY JobID: 4048 Position Type: District and School Support Positions - Non-Cert/Library Media Assistant Date Posted: 5/16/2025 Location: Vivian D....

School Library Media Specialist

  • Columbia, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Duties Oversee all four school libraries; maintain the high school library; assist students and staff members with identifying appropriate resources; assist in the integration of the technology...

Associate Librarian

  • Moline, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Moline, IL
  • 90+ days ago

About Western Illinois University: Recognized as a "Best Midwestern College" by the Princeton Review. Western Illinois University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, serves nearly 6,300...

Associate Librarian for Research and Digital Scholarship

  • Moline, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Moline, IL
  • 90+ days ago

About Western Illinois University: Recognized as a "Best Midwestern College" by the Princeton Review. Western Illinois University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, serves nearly 6,300...

Library Media Specialist

  • Homer Glen, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Homer Glen, IL
  • 90+ days ago

The Library Media Specialist collaborates with teaching staff in the development of student literacy through the administration of the library media program, provides specialized instruction to students...

Link HERE: Attachment(s): Library Media Specialist 3.65 (1).pdf...

Librarian

  • Elgin, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teacher/ Librarian Date Posted: 4/26/2025 Location: Larsen Middle School Date Available: 08/06/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    Position / Title: Certified...

Primary Level Librarian

  • Northbrook, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Duties Instructional Responsibilities: Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate library lessons that support early literacy, information literacy, and digital citizenship. Introduce...

Library Media Specialist

  • Waukegan, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Waukegan, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Library Media Specialist will be directly responsible to the building Principal....

HS Library Media Specialist

  • Rockton, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rockton, IL
  • 90+ days ago

: High School Library Media Specialist Job Description: Develops and administers a program which reflects the individual needs of the school....

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Salary for Library Media Specialist Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Library Media Specialists in Illinois offer the following education background
Master's Degree
42.9%
Bachelor's Degree
27.7%
High School or GED
9.9%
Doctorate Degree
8.2%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
Some High School
1.2%
Some College
0.8%



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