FY26: School Library Media Specialist, Westland MS, 1.0 FTE

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a School Library Media Specialist for Westland MS. This role involves managing the library media program, collaborating with teachers, and providing instructional technology training. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in School Library Media and strong communication skills. Join a dedicated team to enhance students' information literacy skills and support the school community.

Qualifications

• Two years of successful teaching or media-related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers the school's library media program.
• Collaborates with teachers to provide instruction on information literacy skills.
• Manages library media center materials and facilities.

Skills

Instructional Practices

Communication

Human Relations

Education

Master's degree in School Library Media

Job description

Job Description - FY26: School Library Media Specialist, Westland MS, 1.0 FTE (25003C5)

Job Specific Information: The wage range for this position is a salary between $62,558 and $127,334 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below: Benefits Information

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:

Under the direction of the principal, plans and administers the school's library media program. Collaborates with teachers to plan and provide instruction on students' information literacy skills integrated into content areas. Provides instructional technology training to staff. Manages library media center materials, facilities, and equipment. Communicates the vision and mission of the school library media program 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, and 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 curriculum.
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, staff, students, and the community.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Education, Training, and Experience:

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in school library media, with 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.