Long Term Substitute: Library Media Specialist

Josiah Bartlett Elementary School; Bartlett (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Josiah Bartlett Elementary School in Bartlett, NH is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Library Media Specialist to oversee the school library and related services. The role reports to the Principal and requires NH Library Media Specialist certification or eligibility, with experience serving K-8 students.

The position involves budgeting, collection development, staff training, and cross-district collaboration to upgrade library services and align with state standards.

Qualifications

• NH Certification in Library Media Specialist #0036 or eligible.
• Familiarity with library services and programs.
• Experience providing library services at K-8 levels.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a functional school library program and standardized library procedures.
• Advises on selection and acquisition of books and materials.
• Reviews the collection to balance it with school needs.
• Stays current on educational materials and trends.
• Plans and conducts in-service sessions for teachers.
• Maintains library equipment and AV materials.
• Collaborates with SAU librarians to plan long-range library improvements.
• Participates in professional library organizations.
• Prepares annual reports on collections, budgets, and progress.
• Manages library budget with the principal and promotes print and digital resources.

Skills

NH Certification

Library Services

K-8 experience

Job description

Long Term Substitute: Library Media Specialist

School Administrative Unit #9 Josiah Bartlett Elementary School - Bartlett, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5955816

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Long-Term Substitute - Library Media Specialist

QUALIFICATIONS:

• NH Certification, in Library Media Specialist #0036 or proof of eligibility for NH certificaiton
• Familiarity with services and programs
• Experience in providing library services at the grade K-8 levels

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL: To provide a full spectrum of educational materials so each student in the district will find available instructional and enrichment materials appropriate to their interests, abilities and level of maturity.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Maintains a functional school library program in the school.
• Maintains common library procedures that will standardize the operation of libraries throughout the district.
• Consults on the selection and acquisition of books and materials for the school’s basic collection.
• Conducts on-going reviews of the collection in the school and attempts to balance it according to the school needs.
• Keeps current on all types of educational materials in electronic as well as print media, and remains up-to-date on trends and practices regarding their use.
• Plans and conducts in-service education sessions for teachers.
• Aids in the care and operation of equipment as well as in the production of audio/visual materials.
• Works with other library/media specialists in the SAU to recommend to the superintendent specific long-range plans for up-grading library services in the schools.
• Participates in professional library and educational organizations.
• Prepares a detailed annual report for the superintendent covering the growth of the collection and programs offered, circulation data patterns, plans for development and comparisons of the school’s library and library services with state and national norms and standards.
• Prepares and administers the library budget in conjunction with the building principal.
• Promotes the use of print, electronic and other non-print resources throughout the school.
• Organizes the storage and handling of the materials for convenience, availability and effective use.
• Keeps administrator informed of the needs and services related to the library program.
• Serves as the resource person in matters concerning educational equipment, instructional materials and library materials and their use in the school instructional programs.
• Shares with teachers the indices and bibliographies of educational materials and assists them in selecting appropriate materials.
• Conducts yearly inventory of equipment and materials.

ANTICIPATED DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: October 2026 through February 2027

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jackie Dziedzic , Human Resources Manager
• 176A Main Street
• Conway , New Hampshire 03818
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]