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.
Middle School Librarian - 24/25 SY Employer Spotsylvania County Public Schools Location Fredericksburg, VA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Spotsylvania County Public Schools Location...
Magnet School Library/Media Specialist - SY25/26
- Burlington, VT
- moments ago
- Burlington, VT
- moments ago
Burlington School District (BSD) is seeking a passionate and energetic Library/Media Specialist to join the District's dynamic team at Sustainability Academy....
25 26 Library Media Specialist JobID: 2091 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Library Media Specialist Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location: Central Office-Human Resources Date Available: 2025-2026...
Library Media Specialist - PCN 1205 JobID: 10867 Position Type: High School Certified/Librarian Date Posted: 4/10/2025 Location: KINGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Additional Information: Show/Hide Position for the...
Elementary School Librarian (Eagle River Elementary/Homestead)
- Anchorage, AK
- 4 hours ago
- Anchorage, AK
- 4 hours ago
Plans and prepares lessons following appropriate academic plans as well as student and teacher needs....
Elementary School Librarian (Williwaw / Wonder Park)
- Anchorage, AK
- 4 hours ago
- Anchorage, AK
- 4 hours ago
Plans and prepares lessons following appropriate academic plans as well as student and teacher needs....
Elementary School Librarian (Birchwood/Fire Lake)
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
Plans and prepares lessons following appropriate academic plans as well as student and teacher needs....
Elementary School Librarian (North Star /Gladys Wood)
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
Plans and prepares lessons following appropriate academic plans as well as student and teacher needs....
Elementary School Librarian (Spring Hill / Klatt)
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
Plans and prepares lessons following appropriate academic plans as well as student and teacher needs....
Elementary School Librarian (Chugach Optional/Willow Crest)
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
Plans and prepares lessons following appropriate academic plans as well as student and teacher needs....
Plans and prepares lessons following appropriate academic plans as well as student and teacher needs....
Elementary School Librarian (Alpenglow/URSA Minor)
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
- Anchorage, AK
- 5 hours ago
Plans and prepares lessons following appropriate academic plans as well as student and teacher needs....
Library Media Specialist JobID: 9338 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Library Media Specialist- Middle School Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Bryan Middle School Closing Date: 04/16/2025 ...
Location: South Ridge Elementary START DATE: 08/27/2025; TRI Days: 08/21, 08/22, 08/25, 08/26 Posting - Open until filled View the full job posting here Employment with Ridgefield School District...
Position Type: Librarian/Secondary Librarian Date Posted: 4/9/2025 Location: Alvin High School Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year Closing Date: Open Until Filled Additional Information:...
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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 Administration
- Student Discipline
- School Improvement
- Teacher Evaluation
- Professional Learning Communities
- Student Management
- Student Services
- Classroom Instruction
- Project Based Learning
- Teacher Training
- Curriculum Planning
- Secondary Education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational Technology
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Technology Integration
- Masters
- Classroom Management
- Keyboarding
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Planning
- Instructional Design
- Grammar
- Staff Development
- File Management
- Calendar Management
- Masters In Education
- Media
- Reading
- Educating
- Information Technology
- Computer Programming
- Closing
- Distribution
- Background Checks
- Military Background
- Implementation
- Investigation
- Telephone Skills
- Events
- Flexibility
- Employee Development
- Teaching
- Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Budgets
- Filing
- Regulations
- English
- Critical Thinking
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Research Skills
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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