Elementary Library Media Specialist - Fueling Young Readers

Erie 1 BOCES; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

REACH Academy Charter School is seeking an Elementary Library Media Specialist for Grades K-4 in Buffalo, NY. The role focuses on nurturing a love of reading, teaching library skills, and guiding digital citizenship within a collaborative school environment.

Salary placement aligns with certification and prior teaching experience; begins around $45,000 with progression to $65,830. Start date 10/01/2026; full-time, in-school position with strong benefits and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• New York State certification as a School Library Media Specialist or equivalent.
• Experience with elementary-aged learners and school libraries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, organized library/media center for K-4 students.
• Deliver age-appropriate library, research, and information literacy instruction.
• Promote reading and ensure access to diverse, age-appropriate materials.
• Collaborate with teachers to connect library instruction to curriculum.
• Manage circulation, cataloging, and inventory of library resources.
• Plan literacy events, book fairs, and reading challenges.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organization

Technology use

Reading/literacy instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

New York State Library Media Specialist certification

Teaching certification or eligibility under NY charter requirements

Tools

Educational technology tools

Job description

REACH Academy Charter School is seeking an Elementary Library Media Specialist for Grades K-4 in Buffalo, NY. The role focuses on nurturing a love of reading, teaching library skills, and guiding digital citizenship within a collaborative school environment.

Salary placement aligns with certification and prior teaching experience; begins around $45,000 with progression to $65,830. Start date 10/01/2026; full-time, in-school position with strong benefits and retirement options.