Library/Media Specialist

Granby-Public-Schools; Granby (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Granby Public Schools is hiring a Library/Media Specialist for Granby Jr. Sr. High School in Granby, MA. The role focuses on empowering students to be critical thinkers, readers, researchers, and ethical digital citizens.

The candidate will promote equitable access, collaborate with staff, and support a wide range of educational technology tools, while maintaining a robust library program aligned with MA frameworks.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Library Media Specialist license or equivalent.
• Experience with DLCS standards preferred.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and parents.
• Equity and culturally responsive teaching emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Implement the established curriculum aligned with MA DLCS standards.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate library media and technology skills.
• Maintain a positive, safe learning environment and professional communications with staff and families.
• Provide instructional support on technology usage, software, and digital resources.
• Promote reading, information literacy, and responsible use of information resources.
• Maintain organized instructional materials and ensure continuity for the returning teacher.

Skills

Collaboration

Digital literacy

Technology integration

Reading encouragement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Department of Education License as Library Media Specialist

SEI Endorsement

MA DESE CORI/SORI/DH (fingerprint) report

Job description

Library/Media Specialist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5951716
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026

Job Description

The ideal candidate will ensure that students are effective users of technology and information, and will empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical digital citizens. In addition, the ideal candidate will:
- Ensure equitable access to learning opportunities
- Have a strong content knowledge of the DLCS curriculum frameworks
- Establish a positive and focused classroom learning environment for all students
- Work collaboratively toward program and district goals
- Understand culturally responsive pedagogy and the importance of diverse representation in instructional and library materials
- Have strong technology skills, including but not limited to Google
- Workspace and interest in teaching learning how to use a range of educational technology tools

Education, Work Experience, and Licensure:

• Required
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Department of Education License as a Library Media Specialist or Digital Literacy/Computer Science teacher
• SEI Endorsement
• MA DESE Certified Acceptable CORI, SORI, DCF, and fingerprint report as determined by the Superintendent
• Preferred
• Prior work experience as a Library/Digital Literacy/Computer Teacher Additional DESE certification in another content area.

Supervision: Reports to the Building Principal

Job Responsibilities

• Implement the established curriculum and instructional plans in alignment with the Massachusetts Digital Literacy & Computer Science Standards and school expectations.
• Follow existing programs of study and instructional plans while responding appropriately to the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and supportive classroom environment consistent with School Committee policies, school expectations, and established classroom procedures.
• Utilize and maintain existing instructional resources appropriate to the curriculum, learners, and instructional strategies.
• Provide learning experiences that promote critical thinking, research skills, problem-solving, and the ability to synthesize and evaluate information.
• Support the social and emotional needs of students through positive relationship building, appropriate classroom support, and engaging instruction.
• Maintain established procedures for the use, organization, circulation, and sharing of instructional resources and technology.
• Promote the responsible and ethical use of digital information, technology, and online resources.
• Maintain timely and professional communication with classroom teachers, staff, administrators, and parents/guardians regarding student progress, classroom expectations, curriculum, and learning opportunities, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure continuity of instruction, student support, and classroom expectations throughout the long-term assignment.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and other required school activities as directed by the administration.
• Deliver established courses and instructional activities involving computers, digital literacy, computer science, and related technologies.
• Provide appropriate instructional support to classroom teachers regarding the use of technology, software applications, hardware, and digital tools, within the scope of the long-term substitute assignment.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, assignments, grades, and other instructional information in accordance with school procedures.
• Communicate regular with the supervising administrator regarding instructional progress, student needs, and any concerns that arise during the assignment.
• Maintain continuity of the program and leave organized instructional materials, records, and relevant information for the returning teacher or successor.

Library/Media Center

• Foster a creative, flexible environment so that the school library is an essential part of the learning community
• Provides library services and resources that meet the needs of all students and staff and support the MA Curriculum Frameworks
• Cooperate and network with other libraries/agencies
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to develop curricular content that integrates library media and technology skills
• Assist students, faculty, and staff in locating library resources
• Plan, create, and update library/technology displays
• Take initiative and work independently/collaboratively
• Actively promote reading, information literacy skills, and information resource use through activities including book clubs, reading programs, reading initiatives, DLCS projects, and other special events
• Model and promote effective uses of technology for learning and teaching
• Stay current in professional practices and educational research; maintain active professional memberships

Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $47,331 to $62,525 Per Year
Job Categories:

Career and Technical Education > Computer Science

Classroom Teacher > Computer Science

Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist

Job Requirements

• Special Knowledge/Ability Required for the Position:
  Must be able to work collaboratively with faculty and parents/guardians to promote the educational development of students. Has the ability to interact respectfully with teachers, parents, students and community members to promote a positive view of the school. Ability to respond appropriately to criticism from parents/guardians. Ability to work as a member of a team to promote the mission and goals of the school.
  The Granby Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Granby Public Schools District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability in its educational policies as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and Chapter 622.Chapter 622 is a state law and Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 are federal laws.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Alison Jordan , Principal
• 385 East State Street
• Granby, Massachusetts 01033
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]