Teacher - Media Specialist 2025-26

Columbia Public Schools; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dynamic Media Specialist to lead and inspire students and faculty in digital literacy and information management. This role involves teaching vital skills, developing innovative programs, and managing library resources to enhance learning experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, demonstrating a commitment to fostering creativity and collaboration within the school environment. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to educational excellence and make a significant impact on the future of students in the community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and Missouri teacher certificate required.
• Experience with technology and instructional methods is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach information and communication literacy skills to students.
• Oversee library budget and coordinate with public libraries.
• Promote library programs within the school and community.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Missouri Teacher Certificate

Missouri Library Media Certification

MLS in Library Information Science

MEd in Educational Technology

Tools

iPads

Windows Laptops

Mac Laptops

District Software

Job description

(Using a computer is suggested to complete application. Phones are not always compatible.)

POSITION PROPERTIES

Position Title: Teacher – Media Specialist

Schedule / Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule / I-III

Job Code: ##TEACH

FLSA: Exempt

Calendar: TEACH

Benefits: Eligible

Contract Type: TEACH + 2 extra days

Bargaining Unit: TCHR-NEA

Revised Date: 02/24/2025

PURPOSE

The Columbia Public School District seeks a Media Specialist. The Media Specialist is an instructional leader who routinely collaborates with faculty and staff and provides information and digital literacy instruction to students and faculty. The Media Specialist demonstrates competency in selection, acquisition, circulation, and maintenance of materials, technology, and equipment that support the district curriculum and educational philosophy.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Teaching information and communication literacy skills, as defined by CPS Library Media standards.
• Teaching digital and technology literacy skills, as defined by CPS Instructional Technology standards.
• Developing and integrating place-based, Agriculture-focused activities building-wide and in the Makerspace.
• Supporting teacher, student, and administration innovation and creativity guided by the ISTE standards.
• Ordering of instructional materials needed for student circulation and curricular resources.
• Developing the library media center programs and procedures, including leadership of the district Digital Equity Initiative.
• Tracking all library media center records, completing inventories and reports as required.
• Overseeing library budget expenditures and keeping records of disbursements.
• Coordinating and working with the public and other school libraries.
• Promoting the library media center and its programs within the school, the district, and the community.
• Serving on district and building instructional committees.
• Lead and/or support professional learning in the building.
• Promoting the development of reading skills and reading appreciation.
• Adapting circulation procedures to student and teacher needs.
• Recommending needs, outlines qualifications, and participates in selection of library support staff in addition to directing their daily work.
• Incorporating district, state, regional, and national guidelines in library media center operations.
• Promoting the programs of library media center to teachers and administrators.
• Understands and adheres to the board policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on policies, regulations and values, visit http://www.cpsk12.org.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports To: Building Principal, Assistant Principal and Library Media Coordinator

Supervises: Supports the work of the Media Clerk with building administration

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree; Missouri teacher certificate in K-12 education; Missouri Library Media certification required.

Preferred: MLS in Library Information Science or MEd in Educational Technology preferred. Other advanced degrees considered.

Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. Proficient in working with various forms of technology.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Language

• Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, BOE policy, administrative procedures and forms and governmental regulations and guidance.
• Read, analyze, and implement curriculum and assessment data to plan instruction.
• Complete forms, write reports and engage in written correspondence with parents.
• Present information effectively and respond to questions.
• Write clear and complete lesson plans.

Computation

• Work with mathematical concepts, such as probability and statistical inference, and analyze data for instruction.
• Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning

• Solve a variety of problems in many different situations.
• Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students.
• Demonstrate executive functions such as planning, organizing, remembering, and regulating information and behavior as they pertain to student performance and achievement.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Identify needs and abilities of individual students and to adapt instructional methods accordingly.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents.
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

Technology

• Advanced technology skills required as well as the ability to learn.
• The ability to teach with technology tools and assist teachers in the integration of the ISTE Student and Educator standards.
• Use district software for recording grades and finding student information.
• Utilize and train others how to use iPads, Windows and Mac laptops and other instructional technology provided by the district.

Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer