Media Specialist (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

School District of Indian River County seeks an Instructional/Media Specialist at Liberty Magnet School to enhance student access to information and resources. You will design and deliver instruction, integrate library media into the curriculum, and supervise library/media staff and volunteers.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, Florida Educational Media Specialist certification, ESOL inservice within 12 months, and at least three years of teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Valid Florida certification as Educational Media Specialist.
• ESOL inservice (18 points) within one year of employment.
• Three years teaching experience.
• Must meet No Child Left Behind Act regulations and requirements.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to foster competence in ideas and information.
• Collaborate with educators to design learning strategies for individual needs.

Skills

Communication

Oral & written comms

Curriculum design

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Florida Educational Media Specialist Certification

ESOL inservice within 12 months

Three years teaching experience

Job description

• Position Type: Instructional/ Media Specialist
• Date Posted: 8/4/2026
• Location: Liberty Magnet School

Description: Proficient in the use of computers, educational software, library management software and electronic information resources. Ability to read, interpret and follow State Board of Education rules, School Board policies and appropriate state and federal statutes. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to use skills necessary in curriculum design and alignment, planning, organizing and analyzing data, supervision, problem-solving and public relations. Ability to select, organize, administer and utilize instructional media, equipment and technology. Ability to integrate the resources and services of the library media program with the ongoing instructional program. Ability to assist students and school personnel in the effective use of media. Ability to use group dynamic skills in the context of cultural diversity. Knowledge of subject content, teaching theories, methods and practice, current research and trends. Knowledge of the unique needs, growth patterns and characteristics of students served. Ability to plan, establish priorities and implement activities for maximum effectiveness. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment. Ability to train and coordinate the work of library - media assistants and volunteers. Knowledge of Florida Educator Accomplished Practices and Teacher Competencies.

Job Summary: To ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information by providing instruction to foster competence and by working with other educators to design learning strategies to meet the needs of individual students.

Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution. 2. Valid Florida certification as Educational Media Specialist. 3. ESOL inservice (18 points) within one (1) year of employment. 4. Three (3) years teaching experience. 5. Must meet the No Child Left Behind Act regulations and requirements. 6. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Salary Information: Instructional. One hundred ninety-six days worked per year (10 months). FLSA Exempt.