Library Media Leader & Literacy Advocate

Virginia Beach Schools; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid life insurance

Paid sick/personal leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Virginia Retirement System membership

Job summary

PowerSchool in Virginia Beach is seeking a Library Media Specialist to lead, teach, and partner with staff to advance literacy and information literacy across the curriculum. The LMS will oversee the media center, guide students in evaluating resources, and collaborate with teachers to integrate information literacy skills.

The role emphasizes instructional leadership, data-driven program management, and equitable access to diverse print and digital resources.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of teaching, learning, and library media practices.
• Ability to develop instructional goals for students and manage print, non-print and electronic collections.
• Prepare and monitor departmental budget and collaborate with instructional personnel.
• Communicate instructional goals effectively, orally and in writing.
• Decision making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, and planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead as Leader, Teacher and Instructional Partner, Program Manager, and Information Specialist to support curriculum.
• Collaborate with staff to develop assignments that foster critical thinking and literacy.
• Develop and maintain diverse print and non-print resources aligned to curriculum.
• Use data to improve instruction and demonstrate correlations with student achievement.
• Provide leadership and manage library staff and volunteers.

Education

Bachelor's Degree, eligibility for Virginia Collegiate Professional Licensure with endorsement in Library Media NK‑12

Job description

PowerSchool in Virginia Beach is seeking a Library Media Specialist to lead, teach, and partner with staff to advance literacy and information literacy across the curriculum. The LMS will oversee the media center, guide students in evaluating resources, and collaborate with teachers to integrate information literacy skills.

The role emphasizes instructional leadership, data-driven program management, and equitable access to diverse print and digital resources.