Library Media Specialist - Elementary

JobID: 6984

Position Type:
Certified - Teacher/Media Specialist - Elementary

Date Posted:
3/27/2026

Location:
Taylor Mill Elementary

Date Available:
08/13/2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Internal Transfer Deadline: April 11, 2026

TITLE: Media Specialist

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certificate endorsed for school librarian for appropriate position
Bachelors or Master's Degree in Library Science or equivalent
Library experience preferred

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL: To provide all students with an enriched library environment containing a wide variety and range of materials that will invite intellectual growth and to aid all students in acquiring the skills needed to take full advantage of library resources.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSBILITIES:

Operates and supervises the library to which assigned
Evaluates, selects, and requisitions new library materials
Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials
Informs teachers and other staff members concerning new materials the library acquires
Maintains a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all libraries materials and instructs teachers and students on use of the system
Arranges for interlibrary loan of materials of interest or use by teachers
Works with teachers in planning those assignments likely to lead to extended use of library resources.
Promotes appropriate conduct of students using library facilities
Helps students to develop habits of independent reference work and to develop skills in the use of library materials in relation to planned assignments
Presents and discusses materials with a class studying a particular topic, on the invitation of the teacher
Participates in curriculum meetings. Responsible for implementing library skills curriculum
Counsels with and gives guidance to students who have special reading problems or unusual intellectual interests
Arranges frequently-changed book-related displays and exhibits likely to interest library patrons.
Requisitions materials within the limits of the library budget
Supervises library aides in the performance of their duties
Participates actively in the library and other educational and professional associations on the local, regional, state, and national level
Weeds obsolete and worn materials from the collections
Supervises the clerical routines necessary for the smooth operation of the library
Collaborates with classroom teachers to assist in addressing assessed core content areas
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

192 Days
Salary Schedule: Certified Salary Schedule
FLSA Status: Exempt

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the principal

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