25-26 Hiring: Library Media Specialist - Elementary

CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT; Chappaqua (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Library Media Specialist/AIS Math for its elementary school. This role focuses on inspiring students and teachers through inclusive collections and innovative teaching methods. The ideal candidate will lead the integration of digital resources, foster critical thinking, and create collaborative spaces that enhance learning experiences. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive environment, this position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Join a community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering young learners in their educational journeys.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mentor support

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and innovative teaching methods are essential.
• Ability to create inclusive collections and empower learners.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement evidence-based curricula and assessments.
• Integrate Makerspace activities to enhance classroom learning.

Skills

Digital resource integration

Curriculum design

Critical thinking

Information literacy

Creativity and innovation

Effective communication

Self-directed learning

Collaboration

Education

New York State Certification as a Librarian

New York State Certification as a Teacher of Elementary Education

Job description

25-26 Hiring: Library Media Specialist/AIS Math - Elementary JobID: 548

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Library Media Specialist
  
  
• Date Posted:
  4/23/2025
  
  
• Date Available:
  08/28/2025
  
  
• Closing Date:
  05/15/2025
  
  

The Chappaqua Central School District is a community of six schools serving approximately 3500 students in Westchester County. We are seeking excellent educators who can provide high-quality instruction and build authentic, supportive relationships with students. We are committed to hiring an inclusive teaching staff to create warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming schools.

Chappaqua CSD is looking for a dynamic, innovative and passionate educator with strong leadership skills to serve in the position of Elementary Library Media Specialist/AIS Math at Westorchard Elementary School beginning 8/28/25.

Note: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Inspires and supports the reading lives of both students and teachers by creating inclusive collections that acknowledge and celebrate diverse experiences and provide instructional opportunities to empower learners as effective users and creators of information and ideas.
• Leads in the selection, integration, organization, and sharing of digital resources and tools to support transformational teaching and learning and develops the digital curation skills of others.
• Builds instructional partnerships with educators to design and implement evidence-based curricula and assessments that integrate elements of deeper learning, critical thinking, information literacy, digital citizenship, creativity, innovation, and the active use of technology.
• Empowers students as creators by encouraging and facilitating students to become increasingly self-directed as they create digital products of their learning that engage them in critical thinking, collaboration, and authentic real-world problem solving.
• Partners with teachers to enhance classroom curriculum by integrating Makerspace activities within the library, providing hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences. Supports the design process and cross-curricular projects that foster creativity, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving.
• Maintains a learner's stance and continues to engage in professional learning opportunities though a PLN, conferences, readings, podcasts, etc.
• Designs collaborative spaces by providing flexible spaces that promote inquiry, creativity, collaboration, and community.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Participates in setting the school district’s vision and strategic plan for digital learning and fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation to empower teachers and learners.

Certification:

• New York State Certification as a Librarian or Library/Media Specialist or Teacher of Elementary Education (K-6 or 1-6)

This position includes a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional development and mentor support.

Application deadline: 5/15/25

Salary Range (as of 24/25 school year): $70,467 - $151,438