Librarian School Media - Cochran Elementary School (2026-2027) - Start Time 9:40

Jefferson County Public Schools; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, KY is seeking a Librarian transfer to join the school media program. The role emphasizes collaboration with administration to align library services with the curriculum and promote literacy across grades.

The position operates under a 194-day calendar with a salary schedule aligned to district rules. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Education or Library Science, a Kentucky Teaching Certificate with Library Media Specialist Endorsement, and

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Education or Library Science.
• Valid Kentucky Teaching Certificate and Library Media Specialist Endorsement.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide a well-balanced media center that supports curriculum and literacy initiatives.
• Collaborate with school administration and staff to develop and manage the library program.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Masters degree in Education or Library Science

Kentucky Teaching Certificate and Library Media Specialist Endorsement

Job description

26-27 Librarian Transfer Instructions:
Current JCPS Librarians who wish to transfer into this position
Transfer requests for this position WILL NOT be considered after 11/5/2026. For more information regarding the JCTA Teacher Transfer Process, please refer to Article 16 of the JCTA contract. At this time, current teachers applying for a transfer will be considered to fill the position in February of 2027.
Job Description: (Attached)
Salary Schedule: III (Attached)
As per Board-approved 2026-2027 salary placement rules/schedules.
Working Calendar: 194 Days/7 Hours
Salary Range: $58,253.43 - $102,278.41
As per board-approved salary placement rules.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides a well-balanced media center, containing materials in all formats, equipment, and a program of services which enhances and supports the schools educational goals and objectives by providing accessto information and ideas for students, faculty, and staff, under the supervision of the Principal. Provides leadership and expertise in maintaining a school library media program, serving as teacher and instructional partner, program manager, and information specialist. The librarian is responsible for working collaboratively with school administration and staff to develop a library program that supports the curriculum; provides instructional leadership for the promotion of literacy; develops and maintains a media center collection rich in both print and digital materials; and manages the media center as a flexible, dynamic learning environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree in Education or Library Science
• Valid Kentucky Teaching Certificate and Library Media Specialist Endorsement
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team situation
• Effective communication skills
• Information you enter in the Experience section of the online application will be used to verify your qualification for this position. Information should be entered accurately and completely Falsification of an employment application is grounds for exclusion from consideration and/or termination**