Media Specialist

Elk River Independent School District 728; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Elk River Independent School District 728 seeks a TEMPORARY Media Specialist at Salk Middle School. The position supports information and technology literacy, collaborates with classroom teachers, and oversees media center operations.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Media, Minnesota Library Media Specialist licensure, and 3–5 years of teaching experience with staff development preferred. Temporary assignment through 12/18/26 at Salk Middle School.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Media or related field required.
• Minnesota Teaching License: Library Media Specialist required.
• 3–5 years teaching experience; staff development experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops curricula and delivers instruction based on technology and media literacy standards.
• Collaborates with staff and provides professional development in media literacy and information technology.
• Manages access and utilization of information resources, ensuring ethical use and staying current with educational/tech advances.
• Leads development and integration of the media program aligned with educational goals.
• Administers the daily operation of the school media program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Staff development

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Bachelor of Science in Media

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Media Specialist; TEMPORARY position 9/28/26 - 12/18/26 JobID: 19188

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Media Generalist
• Date Posted: 8/11/2026
• Location: Salk Middle School
• Date Available: 09/28/2026

Please review complete job description attached to this posting for detailed Duties and Responsibilities.

Description: A media specialist is authorized to provide to students in kindergarten through grade 12 instruction that is designed to provide information and technology literacy skills instructions; to lead, collaborate, and consult with other classroom teachers for the purpose of integrating information and technology literacy skills with content teaching; and to administer media center operations, programming, and resources.

Job Summary:

• Develops curricula and delivers instruction based on technology and media literacy standards.
• Collaborates with staff and provides professional development in the areas of media literacy and information technology.
• Manages and optimizes the access and utilization of information resources, ensuring ethical use and staying abreast of educational and technological advancements.
• Leads the strategic development and integration of the media program, focusing on collaborative planning, technological integration, and alignment with educational goals.
• Administers the daily operation of the school media program.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Required Bachelor Science degree in Media or Related Field; Master's Degreepreferred.
• Minnesota Teaching License: Library Media Specialist
• Strong understanding of information media and library science.
• 3-5 years teaching experience. Demonstrated experience providing staff development preferred.

Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.