FY26: School Library Media Specialist, Georgian Forest ES, 1.0 FTE

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated School Library Media Specialist to enhance students' information literacy skills and manage the library media program. This role involves collaborating with educators to integrate technology into learning, ensuring effective communication with the school community, and maintaining the library's resources. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in school library media, excellent communication skills, and a passion for fostering a love of learning. Join a team committed to educational excellence and innovation in a supportive environment that values collaboration and growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in school library media required.
• Knowledge of current instructional technologies essential.

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers the school's library media program.
• Provides instructional technology training to staff.

Skills

Information literacy skills instruction

Instructional technology training

Communication skills

Knowledge of MCPS Policies and Procedures

Human relations skills

Education

Master's degree in school library media

Coursework in curriculum and special education

Tools

Library media center management

Research technologies

Job description

Job Description - FY26: School Library Media Specialist, Georgian Forest ES, 1.0 FTE (25002BO)

Job Specific Information:
The wage range for this position is a salary between $62,558 and $127,334 based on education & experience. For information about benefits, please follow this link: Benefits Information. This job includes required summer days for which you will be compensated at your regular rate of pay.

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:
Under the direction of the principal, plans and administers the school's library media program. In collaboration with teachers, plans and provides for students' information literacy skills instruction integrated into the content areas. Provides instructional technology training to staff. Manages library media center material, facilities, and equipment. Communicates the school library media program vision and mission to administrators, staff, students, parents, and the broader community.

Physical Demands:
As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Special Requirements:
Required to attend school meetings, programs, and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of MCPS Policies and Procedures for school library media programs and MCPS Administrative Regulation ITA-RA: School Library Media Program. Knowledge of effective instructional practices and understanding of the teaching/learning process. Knowledge of current instructional and research technologies and the ability to integrate these into the library media program and throughout the curriculum. Ability to work effectively with administrators, staff, students, and the community. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Education, Training, Experience:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in school library media and coursework in curriculum and special education. Completion of a practicum or two years of successful teaching or two years of successful media-related experience.

Certificate License:
Meets Maryland state certification requirements for School Library Media Specialist.