School Media Specialist Jobs

A School Media Specialist, also known as a school librarian, plays a pivotal role in school administration. Their primary responsibility is to manage, organize, and disseminate various forms of educational media to enhance learning and teaching. They work closely with teachers to develop curricula, provide information literacy instruction, assist students with research, and encourage the use of technology in learning. Additionally, they are responsible for maintaining the library's collection, including books, digital resources, and multimedia materials, and ensuring it aligns with the school's curriculum and the diverse learning needs of students.

Essential skills for a School Media Specialist include strong communication, organization, and technology skills. It is also crucial for them to have the ability to evaluate and select appropriate learning materials. They should hold a Master's in Library Science (MLS) or a Master's in Library and Information Science (MLIS). Some states in the U.S. also require certification or licensure for this role. Before becoming a School Media Specialist, one might work as a Classroom Teacher, a School Library Assistant, or an Instructional Coordinator.

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Librarian-Media Specialist 25/26

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 4 hours ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 4 hours ago

This Job Posting is for the 2025 - 2026 School Year 190 Day Contract Martin Luther King Elementary School Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or...

Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Clinton, CT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Clinton, CT
  • 7 hours ago

Library Media Specialist LOCATION Lewin G. Joel, Jr. Elementary START DATE August 19 August 22, 2025 New Teacher Orientation/Professional Development First Day of Classes: August 26, 2025...

Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Saint Clair, MO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Saint Clair, MO
  • 7 hours ago

Please apply on our district website, www.stcmo.org. St. Clair R-XIII School District is a one to one school. The library media specialist handles not only the duties of the library, he/she also...

Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Saint Clair, MI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Saint Clair, MI
  • 17 hours ago

Job Description: Please apply on our district website, www.stcmo.org. St. Clair R-XIII School District is a one to one school. The library media specialist handles not only the duties of the...

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 4/22/2025 Location: Belle Aire Elementary School Date Available: 08/27/2025 District:   Downers Grove Grade School District 58   ...

ACMS Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Lawrenceburg, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrenceburg, KY
  • 2 days ago

Organization Information Anderson County Schools, located in the heart of the Bluegrass in Lawrenceburg, KY, is dedicated to ensuring that all students are safe, reach high academic standards, and...

Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Winfield, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Winfield, MO
  • 2 days ago

Position: The Winfield R-IV School District is accepting applications for a Middle School Library Media Specialist for the 2025-2026 School Year. Requirements: Missouri Teaching Certificate;...

Part-time Digital Learning Teacher Librarian - East Elementary

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 2 days ago

The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) is renowned for its excellence across academics, athletics, the arts, and various activities. Situated in central Iowa, just 6 miles from Des Moines,...

Information Literacy Specialist

  • TX
  • 2 days ago
  • TX
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Teacher/Information Literacy Specialist (Librarian) - Elementary Date Posted: 4/17/2024 To view the job description please click on the attachment Attachment(s): Information...

Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Raytown, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Raytown, MO
  • 2 days ago

Library Media Specialist (Elementary) Purpose Statement The job of Library Media Specialist (Elementary) is done for the purpose/s of instructing students on the proper use of library resources;...

Librarian Media Specialist Class Code: 1060

  • Flemingsburg, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Flemingsburg, KY
  • 3 days ago

Organization Information Fleming County Schools is a rural school district situated on the cusp of the Appalachian foothills and the Knobs region of the state. The school district serves...

Librarian and Media Specialist

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago

Tandem Friends School, an all-gender, Quaker, 5th-12th grade independent day school in Charlottesville, Virginia, seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic Librarian and Media Specialist. This is an...

K-12 Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Dubois, WY
  • 8 days ago
  • Dubois, WY
  • 8 days ago

"FREMONT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #2is accepting applications for the following positionK-12 Librarian/Media Specialist 2025-2026 School Year QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must hold, or be eligible to...

Teacher - Librarian (Highlands High School PC#100197)

  • McClellan, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • McClellan, CA
  • 10 days ago

All candidates will be receiving a link to complete a digital interview upon completing the application. Please be on the lookout for an email from EDJOIN to complete the next step. Must submit...

Teacher Librarian - 1.0 Fte

  • Davenport, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Intermediate School Teaching/ Media Specialist Date Posted: 4/10/2025 Location: Williams Jr High    The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer. Duties &...

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Salary for School Media Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

School Media Specialists offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.4%
Bachelor's Degree
29.9%
Doctorate Degree
11.9%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by School Media Specialists
4-6 years
37.5%
1-2 years
20.8%
2-4 years
16.7%
6-8 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
8.3%
8-10 years
4.2%



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