Library Media Specialist (MS/HS)

Ipswich High School; Ipswich (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipswich Public Schools in Ipswich, MA seeks a Library Media Specialist to lead the shared Middle/High School Library Media Center for grades 6–12. You will partner with faculty to empower students as savvy information consumers and champions of inquiry.

The role emphasizes collaboration, digital literacy, and a curriculum that integrates critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork across disciplines within a 10‑month school year.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE School Library Teacher license (All Levels) is required.
• Master's degree in Library Science/Information Science strongly preferred.
• Experience with middle/high school libraries is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Middle/High School Library Media Center.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate 21st-century skills into curricula.
• Support student inquiry, digital literacy, and information literacy across grades 6–12.

Skills

Library management

Digital literacy

Educational platforms

Experience in MS/HS setting

Education

MLIS/MLS preferred

ALA-accredited program

Tools

Library management systems

Online databases

Educational platforms

Job description

Library Media Specialist (MS/HS)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5913908

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Library Media Specialist

School: Middle/High School

Reports To: Building Principals

FTE: 1.0

Work Year: School year, 10-month

Union: Ipswich Educators’ Association

Position Summary

Ipswich Public Schools is seeking a visionary and collaborative Library Media Specialist to lead our shared Middle/High School Library Media Center. Following the district's mission to empower students as "savvy consumers of information," the specialist will transform the library into a hub of inquiry, digital literacy, and academic excellence for students in grades 6–12.

The successful candidate will be a partner in the instructional process, working closely with faculty to integrate 21st-century skills—critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration—into a diverse and inclusive curriculum.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts DESE License as a School Library Teacher (All Levels).
• A Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited program (Library Science/Information Science) is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in library management systems, online databases, and educational platforms
• Previous experience in a middle or high school setting is highly desirable.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $66,684 to $111,308 Per Year

Job Categories: Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Peter Ginolfi , Principal
• Ipswich Middle School
• Email: [e-mail]