Elementary Library Media Specialist Job at Monadnock Regional School District in

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Library Media Specialist

Date Posted:
8/12/2025

Location:
SAU #93

Date Available:
08/20/2025 Purpose: The Elementary Library Media Specialist is responsible for developing and managing a vibrant school library program that supports the district curriculum, fosters a love of reading, and promotes information literacy. The specialist collaborates with classroom teachers, administrators, and staff to ensure equitable access to high-quality resources in various formats and helps students become effective users and creators of ideas and information.

Supervisor: Principal

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid NH license as a Library Media Specialist (or equivalent).
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Library Science or School Library Media preferred.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Knowledge of children's literature, current library technology tools, and information literacy standards.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records

Knowledge

• Instructional procedures and practices
• Stages of child development/behavior
• Program planning and development
• Appropriate students learning activities

Abilities

• Adapting to changing work priorities
• Communicating with diverse groups and individuals
• Understanding detailed information and data
• Collaborating and working as part of a team

Essential Functions:
1. Library Program & Collection Management

• Develop, organize, and maintain a diverse and inclusive collection of print and digital materials that support the curriculum and student interests.
• Use data (circulation, reading levels, curriculum needs) to guide purchasing and weeding decisions.
• Maintain an inviting, organized, and accessible library space.

2. Instructional Collaboration & Support

• Partner with teachers to integrate library resources into classroom instruction.
• Teach lessons in library skills, digital literacy, research strategies, and ethical use of information.
• Support literacy development by promoting reading for pleasure and academic growth.

3. Information & Digital Literacy

• Instruct students in locating, evaluating, and using information effectively.
• Promote safe, responsible, and ethical use of technology and online resources.
• Guide students in using a variety of tools for creating and sharing content.

4. Technology Integration & Support

• Assist students and staff in using educational technologies, databases, and online resources.
• Collaborate with the school technology staff to support instructional technology initiatives.

5. Program Administration & Advocacy

• Develop and implement a library program aligned with district goals and state/national standards (e.g., AASL, ISTE).
• Manage library budget and resources responsibly.
• Advocate for the library as a hub for learning, creativity, and community.

Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Working Environment:
The usual methods of performing the job of Library Media Specialist may require the following physical demands:

• Minimal amount(s) of: lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling
• Moderate amount(s) of: fine finger dexterity, repetitive motion(s), walking, bending/squatting
• Significant amount(s) of: mental attention/focus, speaking, listening

MRSD is an EOE