School Media Specialist: Information Literacy Coach

Applitrack; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Egg Harbor Township Board of Education seeks a Media Specialist to support the instructional program by evaluating, selecting, and utilizing print and non-print materials and equipment. You will collaborate with building principals and teachers to meet media needs.

The role requires a Master’s Degree and NJDOE Educational Media Specialist Certification, plus experience in a school setting and strong communication skills. 10-month position with competitive benefits and district resources.

Qualifications

• Masters degree from an accredited college/university.
• NJDOE Educational Media Specialist Certification.
• Experience working in a school environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with students, staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Consults with principals and teachers about media needs and instructional materials.
• Evaluates and places orders for books, periodicals, and media resources.
• Maintain and inventory media materials and equipment.
• Promote ethical information-seeking behaviors and research skills.
• Teach library science and information literacy to classes.

Skills

School environment experience

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Information literacy

Classroom instruction support

Adaptability

Education

Master's Degree

NJDOE Educational Media Specialist Certification

Job description

Egg Harbor Township Board of Education seeks a Media Specialist to support the instructional program by evaluating, selecting, and utilizing print and non-print materials and equipment. You will collaborate with building principals and teachers to meet media needs.

The role requires a Master’s Degree and NJDOE Educational Media Specialist Certification, plus experience in a school setting and strong communication skills. 10-month position with competitive benefits and district resources.