Media Specialist

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Media Specialist

Date Posted: 5/13/2026

Location: Westside Elementary School

JOB TITLE/ASSIGNMENT

Position:
Media Specialist

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Certified by the state of Florida as an Educational Media Specialist.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable.

To facilitate the teaching/learning process by providing an environment in which a variety of media is effectively utilized in an atmosphere which promotes inquiry, creativity, self‑direction and communication of information and ideas.

Principal or Assigned Supervisor

• Identify, select, or develop long and short‑range goals and objectives for the media program based on student, faculty, and curriculum needs.
• Plan with teachers and instructional leaders to develop curriculum and integrate media and information skills into the school program.
• Develop schedules and organize resources to allow easy access to information and services.
• Select library and other instructional support materials to enhance learning consistent with the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio‑economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Review School Improvement Plan and plan for the acquisition of materials necessary to support the media needs of students and staff.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures necessary for the efficient and effective operation of the media center.
• Administer media center budget based on program goals and objectives.
• Create an inviting, attractive, safe atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Maintain complete and accurate records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Instruct, assign, and supervise support staff and volunteers.
• Coordinate the selection and acquisition process for media resources and equipment.
• Provide for the use, maintenance, repair, and inventory of all media center materials and equipment.
• Ensure accessibility to resources.
• Provide for use of current technologies.
• Manage student conduct in a positive manner.
• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the media program.
• Use evaluation results to improve media services.
• Assist with responsibilities for the school testing program by proctoring and scheduling space and by handling all test materials in a confidential and secure manner.
• Solicit on‑going feedback from members of the school staff regarding the availability, use, and impact of media materials.
• Develop a system or records which will provide an appropriate database for evaluating the use and distribution of the media collection and supporting materials.
• Teach library media skills in collaboration with teachers to support classroom instruction.
• Provide instruction in use of resources, services, and equipment.
• Encourage and train faculty to incorporate library media resources into curriculum.
• Provide reference assistance.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a broad curriculum base.
• Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs.
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities.
• Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet the learning needs of all students.
• Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions.
• Collaborate with teachers to support instructional goals and objectives.
• Participate in overall school curriculum planning and development.
• Develop an effective public relations program to promote media resources and programs.
• Maintain contact with other libraries, education, and information agencies.
• Develop, maintain, and promote a collection of current professional resources for administrators and teachers.
• Provide faculty training on the use of media resources…