Media Specialist

Miamiarch; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Miamiarch in Pompano Beach, Florida, is seeking a qualified full-time Media Specialist for the 2026-27 school year. The Media Specialist will instruct on media literacy, work closely with teachers, and manage library resources effectively.

The ideal candidate should hold a BS/BA Degree in Library Science or related field, possess a Teaching Certificate, and have excellent communication skills. The role supports the mission of the Archdiocese of Miami and requires a background screening.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience preferred.
• Experience in Roman Catholic environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Catholic Church tenets.

Responsibilities

• Design authentic learning tasks and assessments.
• Evaluate information resources in various formats.
• Advocate for the library media program.

Skills

Instruct on media literacy

Excellent presentation skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Oral and written communication skills

Education

BS / BA Degree in Library Science, Education, or related field

Teaching Certificate in Elementary education

Job description

School Faculty - Other - St. Coleman Catholic School

St. Coleman Catholic School in Pompano Beach, Florida, has an opening for the upcoming 2026-27 school year for a qualified full-time Media Specialist. This candidate will be expected to instruct on media literacy and search for information sources to find data. The Media Specialist performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.

Functions and Tasks:

• Work closely with teachers to design authentic learning tasks and assessments and integrate information and communication abilities required to meet content standards.
• Provide leadership and expertise in acquiring and evaluating information resources in all formats.
• Bring awareness of information issues into collaborative relationships with teachers, administrators, students, and others.
• Demonstrate strategies for locating, accessing, and evaluating information within and beyond the library media center.
• Master sophisticated electronic resources while maintaining a constant focus on the nature, quality, and ethical use of information available in these and other tools.
• Work collaboratively with members of the learning community to define the policies of the library media program and to guide and direct all the activities related to the program.
• Advocate for the library media program in support of the school improvement plan and provide appropriate knowledge, vision, and leadership for doing so.
• Manage staff, budgets, equipment and facilities, and orders materials.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate the program to ensure its quality both long-term and short-term.

Qualifications:

• BS / BA Degree in Library Science, Education, or related field.
• Must have Teaching Certificate in Elementary education, temporary or professional.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience preferred.
• Must be supportive and respectful of the mission and tenets of the Roman Catholic Church; experience in Roman Catholic environment preferred.
• Excellent presentation skills with use of instructional technologies.
• Must have knowledge of basic tenets of Catholic Church.
• Excellent oral and written English-language communication skills, including clear speaking voice.
• Good spelling and grammar are required.
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel; PowerPoint a plus.

Please note: In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults," the selected candidate must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit: http://info.flclearinghouse.com/ .