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.

1-15 of 48 Jobs

Teacher Librarian - Arrowhead Elementary

  • Englewood, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 2 days ago

Teacher Librarian - Arrowhead Elementary Employer Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Location Englewood, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Location...

Librarian/Media Specialist (Itinerant) - Jone #30967

  • Newark, DE
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 3 days ago

Librarian/Media Specialist (Itinerant) - Jone #30967 JobID: 30967 Position Type: Elementary School/Library Media Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Date Available:...

Teacher Librarian, 1.0 FTE - Deadline Extended

  • Gridley, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Gridley, CA
  • 3 days ago

leadership, technology staff and other teachersMinimum Qualifications:1....

Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Saint Ann, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Ann, MO
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: The primary responsibility of this position is to work directly with students. This is a specialized position that requires knowledge of the instructional processes, technology...

Librarian/Educational Media Specialist

  • Sicklerville, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Sicklerville, NJ
  • 3 days ago

LIBRARIAN/EDUCATIONAL MEDIA SPECIALIST QUALIFICATIONS : Holds or is eligible for a New Jersey Certificate for the position of School Librarian or Media Specialist. REPORTS TO: Principal JOB GOAL:...

Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago

Opening for the 2025-26 School Year - Library Media Specialist The Ladue School District seeks an enthusiastic and student- centered individual to fill this position for the 2025-26 school year....

Sallisaw Middle School- Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Sallisaw, OK
  • 5 days ago
  • Sallisaw, OK
  • 5 days ago

A library media specialist's job is to promote literacy, support the use of library resources, and help students learn how to use information effectively. Some of their responsibilities include:...

Teacher Librarian-Temporary

  • Gustine, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Gustine, CA
  • 7 days ago

Gustine Unified See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact the...

2025-2026 Anticipated Librarian/ Media Specialist at Calallen High School

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 8 days ago

Carry out student discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations. Administration Compile, budget and cost estimates based on documented program needs....

Davis Joint Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Requires: Multiple Subject and Teacher Library Services credential with CLAD Refer to the job posting for a list of...

School Librarian/Media Specialist (195 Days)

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Teacher - Regular Ed./ School Librarian/Media Specialist Date Posted: 4/3/2025 Location: Riverbank Elementary Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year Closing Date: Until Filled...

School Librarian (Media Specialist)

  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 10 days ago

School Librarian (Media Specialist) JobID: 1774 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Grades 1-6/Intermediate - Grades 5, 6 Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: James Cotten Intermediate School...

25-26 Irving Middle School Librarian/Media Specialist

  • Norman, OK
  • 16 days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 16 days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Librarian/Media Consult Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location: IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL    Norman Public Schools Secondary School Librarian Job Description Job...

2025-26 School Year - Orchard School Librarian/Media Specialist Grades K-5

  • Ridgewood, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Ridgewood, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/Library Media Specialist Date Posted: 3/25/2025 Location: Orchard Elementary School Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing Date: 04/06/2025   Additional...

2025/2026 - Teacher Librarian and Interns

  • Fremont, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 30+ days ago

About the Employer The Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) is made up of 44 schools serving preschool-12th grade with approximately 33,000 students in grades TK-12. The District Office hosts...

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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
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
Doctorate Degree
11.7%
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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