Media Specialist (Sunset) (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; Sebastian (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

School District of Indian River County seeks a Media Specialist for Sebastian River Middle School in Sebastian, Florida. The role focuses on providing instructional media, integrating library resources with the classroom, and guiding students and staff in using educational technology and information resources.

Responsibilities include planning and coordinating media services, supervising library media assistants and volunteers, ensuring compliance with state rules, and maintaining safe, orderly

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to foster competence in information literacy.
• Work with educators to design learning strategies to meet individual student needs.
• Assist students and staff in the effective use of media and technology.
• Coordinate library media assistants and volunteers to support library services.

Skills

Communication skills

Curriculum design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Florida Educational Media Specialist certification

ESOL inservice

Three years teaching experience

Tools

Library management software

Job description

Media Specialist (Sunset) (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County Sebastian River Middle School - Sebastian, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

• Job ID: 5986830


• Application Deadline: Posted until filled


• Posted: Nov 09, 2026 5:08 PM (UTC)

Job Description

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:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.


• Valid Florida certification as Educational Media Specialist.


• ESOL inservice (18 points) within one (1) year of employment.


• Three (3) years teaching experience.


• Must meet the No Child Left Behind Act regulations and requirements.


• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

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

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist

Contact Information

• Takeisha Harris


• 6500 57th Street


• Vero Beach, Florida 32967


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• Email: [e-mail]