Media Specialist

BROKEN ARROW PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BROKEN ARROW PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking an experienced Media Specialist in the Instruction department to lead the elementary library media program and promote information literacy.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree with Oklahoma certification and have internship or teaching experience in library media, along with strong reading, writing, and collaboration skills to support curriculum goals. The role requires compliance with district policies and a focus on student achievement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and Oklahoma certification required.
• Successful internship or teaching experience in library media.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret information; strong written and oral communication; ability to apply math concepts.

Responsibilities

• Embraces district goals to improve student achievement through the school media center.
• Teaches information literacy and administers reading management.
• Evaluates the library program, sets goals, and manages the library budget.
• Maintains a library environment with effective procedures, following legal guidelines and standards.
• Develops and maintains a library collection aligned with curriculum and district policy.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers to support curriculum and district goals.
• Maintains accurate records as required by law and district policies.
• Ensures safety and appropriate behavior in the library.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with district curriculum.
• Participates in PLC processes and communicates with parents and staff.

Skills

Reading & analysis

Written reports

Oral communication

Mathematical concepts

Collaboration with staff

Education

Master's degree with Oklahoma certification

Job description

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Openings as of 8/24/2026

Media Specialist JobID: 1692

• Position Type: Elementary/ Media Specialist
• Date Posted: 8/13/2026

JOB TITLE

Media Specialist

DEPARTMENT

Instruction

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

SUPERVISOR

Media Aide

JOB GOAL

Complies with local, state and federal mandates.Instructs students in curricular activities designed to promote social physical and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible adults.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education: Master's degree and valid Oklahoma certification required

Experience: Successful internship or teaching experience in the area of library media

Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret written information; skill in writing required reports/correspondence; ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from others, work with mathematical concepts and apply to practical situations; ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

these statements are intended to describe the responsibilities assigned to this position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Embraces the goals of continuous school improvement and increasing student achievement through management of the school media center. Teaches information literacy skills to students and administers the reading management program.

Evaluates the library program, establishes goals, and administers the library budget.

Creates and sustains a library environment with effective and well communicated library operating procedures. Follows library practices that reflect legal guidelines and professional standards.

Develops and maintains a library collection that supports the total instructional program and integrates library services with the district educational program. Selects materials that appeal to a wide variety of library users in accordance with BOE policy.

Participates in the learning process towards the achievement of district curriculum and district goals by contributing as a member of the instructional team in curriculum development. Collaborates with classroom teachers.

Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

Creates a library environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students; establishes clear standards of pupil behavior and provides a pleasant, safe and orderly climate conducive to learning.

Develops and maintains lesson plans and instructional material appropriate to district curriculum which may be adapted to the needs of each student.

Participates in the schools PLC process when appropriate.

Establishes effective rapport with students and develops positive and effective relationships with parents and other staff members. Communicates regularly with parents both inside and outside the normal contract day.

Observes all rules, regulations, policies and practices of the District and administration.

Applies knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.

Accepts and performs teaching and any other duties, including co-curricular and extracurricular duties, as assigned by the superintendent and principal as may be needed to maintain the educational programs offered by the District.

Attends all meetings as required by the superintendent and principal.

• Complies with the assigned duty times of the teacher contract day and with the standards of performance and conduct for teachers as set forth by the state department of education.

ESSENTIAL BEHAVIOR

Ability to use sound judgment in any situation. Must be able to respond rapidly and appropriately to needs of students. Must build harmonious rapport and work cooperatively with administrators, site staff, students and parents.

ATTENDANCE STATEMENT

Able to be in attendance as contracted and for extra duties as assigned per district policy.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Primarily inside working conditions; some exposure to environmental conditions during outside duty.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS

• Sitting at a desk for extended periods, as well as stooping, kneeling, crouching and bending.
• Talking and hearing in order to communicate with other employees and public on the phone and in person concerning job-related duties
• Manual dexterity required to operate a keyboard with proficiency, calculator, telephone, and other office equipment
• Ability to lift and manipulate library equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Walking as required to access equipment and perform responsibilities
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Postings current as of 8/24/2026 11:50:11 PM CST.

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