Media Specialist (K-5th Grade) | Part-Time
Trinity Catholic School, a K-8 school located in Tallahassee, FL, is seeking a highly qualified Media Specialist to lead our elementary library and media program for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a part-time position (three days per week) focused on fostering a love of reading, information literacy, and digital citizenship in students from Kindergarten through 5th Grade. NOTE: There is a possibility this could be a full-time position.
Trinity hires educators who believe in and strive to fulfill the mission of Catholic education. We seek a specialist who is passionate, engaging, and capable of transforming the media center into a vibrant hub of discovery for students with diverse learning styles.
Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Faith Leadership: Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Library Management: Manage the elementary media center collection, including the selection, organization, and maintenance of print and digital resources that align with Catholic values and curriculum standards.
- Instructional Excellence: Develop and implement engaging weekly lessons for K-5 students that focus on literacy, research skills, and the ethical use of technology.
- Literacy Advocacy: Promote a school-wide culture of reading through book fairs, reading incentive programs, and collaborative storytelling.
- Technology Integration: Serve as a resource for K-5 students and staff in integrating iPads, Chromebooks, and digital tools effectively into a 21st-century learning environment.
- Student Supervision: Maintain responsibility for the safety and active supervision of students during media rotations and assigned duties (e.g., arrival/dismissal, recess, or lunch).
- Collaboration: Work closely with classroom teachers to provide resources that support grade-level curriculum and diverse learning needs.
- Professionalism: Maintain high professional standards, participate in faculty meetings and retreats, and communicate effectively and empathetically with parents.
- Administrative Tasks: Update electronic records, manage the media budget, and participate in ongoing professional development and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Qualifications
- Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Certification: Current State of Florida certification in Educational Media Specialist (PreK-12) or Elementary Education (K-6) with a strong background in library science.
- Experience: Previous experience working with elementary-aged students in a library or classroom setting.
- Technical Proficiency: Must be highly proficient with library management software, Google Workspace for Education, iPads, and interactive whiteboards.
- Faith Commitment: A demonstrated commitment to the mission of Catholic education and a willingness to participate in the faith life of the school.
Job Details
- Job Type: Part-time (3 days per week) - with a possibility for a full-time position
- Salary: Commensurate with experience and prorated to part-time status.
- Requirement: All Employment at all Catholic Schools within the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee requires a screening through the Clearinghouse. More info on the Clearinghouse can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com. Additional information will be provided to you during the onboarding process in VIRTUS.
- Remote Work: No.
Pay: From $24,750.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person