Library Media Specialist Jobs in New York

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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Health Education Media Specialist III (Temporary)

  • Albany, NY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 10 hours ago

Applications to be submitted by June 18, 2025 Compensation Grade: P23 Compensation Details: Minimum: $86,019.00 - Maximum: $86,019.00 Annually Department (OPH) CCH - Division of Family Health Job...

Library Media Specialist

  • Hancock, NY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hancock, NY
  • 20 hours ago

Library Media Specialist Required Application Type Teacher / Admin Salary/Pay Scale Per HTA Contract Job Description The Hancock Central School District is seeking an Library Media Specialist....

Overview The Kew-Forest School, a co-educational day school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, founded in 1918 in Forest Hills, NY, seeks a Part-Time Librarian for the Lower...

Library Media Specialist K-8

  • Mount Vernon, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY
  • 7 days ago

Certification/License: Library Media Specialist Job Description: The Mount Vernon City School District is looking to a hire a Library Media Specialist for grades K-8....

Chief Librarian CUNY School of Medicine

  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago

Chief Librarian POSITION DETAILS The CUNY School of Medicine (SoM), located in the heart of Harlem, New York, is the only medical school in the City University of New York system and the only...

Middle School Librarian

  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago

Convent of the Sacred Heart is New York City's oldest independent school for girls. As an independent, Catholic school, educating students in Pre-K through 12, we are part of an international...

Library Media Specialist - 1.0 Probationary

  • Webster, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Webster, NY
  • 9 days ago

Openings as of 612025 Library Media Specialist - 1.0 Probationary JobID: 3380 Position Type: Teaching Date Posted: 5292025 Location: Dewitt Road Elementary School Date Available: 08262025 Closing Date...

Library Media Specialist - Department of Special Education

  • Garden City, NY
  • 17 days ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 17 days ago

REQUIREMENTS: Valid New York State certification as a School Library Media Specialist (Library Science - All Grades). Master's degree in library and information science from an accredited program....

Media Specialist Technology Teacher Teacher of the Visually Impaired Reading Teacher Speech Therapist Teaching Assistant Teacher Aide Food Service Helper Bus Driver Bus Attendant Candidates can apply...

Student Services Librarian, Law Library University at Buffalo

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 20 days ago

Student Services Librarian, Law Library Position Information Position Title: Student Services Librarian, Law Library Department: Posting Link: Posting Detail Information Position Summary The...

Library Media Specialist- Anticipated (2024-2025)

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 20 days ago

Job Description View Attachment Endorsements Library Media Specialist - 7020...

Upper School Librarian

  • Mamaroneck, NY
  • 21 days ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY
  • 21 days ago

Participate in professional learning communities and contribute to the broader life of the school....

School Librarian (Prof. Documentaliste)

  • New York, NY
  • 21 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 21 days ago

School Librarian (Professeur Documentaliste) at Lyceum Kennedy French School. Administer and maintain library. Responsible for library documentary collection. Ensure access to library material for...

Student Services Librarian, Law Library

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 24 days ago

Student Services Librarian, Law Library University at Buffalo - 4.2 Buffalo, NY Job Details Full-time | Tenure track $80,000 - $85,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Adobe Photoshop Applied...

Student Services Librarian, Law Library University at Buffalo (SUNY)

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 25 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 25 days ago

Position Title: Student Services Librarian, Law Library Posting Number: F250049 Employer: State FTE: 1.00 Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

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Salary for Library Media Specialist Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Library Media Specialists in New York offer the following education background
Master's Degree
42.7%
Bachelor's Degree
27.8%
High School or GED
10.0%
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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