Elementary Media Specialist Job Posting

Elementary Media Specialist JobID: 454

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary Media Specialist

Date Posted: 10/20/2026

Location: Lincoln Elementary School

Date Available: 08/06/2027

Closing Date: 11/03/2026

Elementary Media Specialist
Positions require Professional Educator Licensure (PEL) with an Elementary Education Endorsement(s) as well as a Media Specialist certification. Successful candidate must display an excellent understanding of State standards, differentiated instruction, and assessment strategies that ensure student grow th.

The Elementary Media Specialist serves as an instructional leader, information literacy expert, and media manager for the school, while also serving as the lead for all elementary media centers across the district. This position is responsible for creating an inviting, inclusive, and technology-rich library media center that fosters a love of reading, promotes digital citizenship, and supports the elementary curriculum through collaborative teaching and learni ng.

Marion Community Unit School District 2
Teacher Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary, middle school or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.
ASSIGNMENT & SALARY

The employee is a certified employee and would be compensated according to the Marion CUSD #2 Board of Education policy and Marion Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement

Employee assignment is made by District Administration and according to Marion CUSD #2 Board of Education Policy and Marion Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY REQUIRED:
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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field and/or holds an Illinois State licensure in teaching an appropriate subject area

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis

Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program

Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology & curriculum

Meet professional teacher education requirements of the school, district, and state

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS may include but are not limited to the following:

Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning & ensures student growth

Develops schemes of work, lesson plans, and tests that are in accordance with established procedures

Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment

Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction

Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures

Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school

Ensure student safety

Provide appropriate feedback on work

Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies

Maintain accurate, updated and complete records of students' progress and development

Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations

Handle confidential information according to District, State, and Federal guidelines/laws

Prepare required reports on students and activities

Ability to perform required work with accuracy and within established timelines

Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings

Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities

Prepare classroom for class activities

Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities

Observe and evaluate student's performance and development

Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignment

Knowledge of and ability to use English correctly and appropriately

Communicate with parents, teachers, and administrators

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS included but are not limited to the following:

Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds

Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails and/or other typical methods of communication

Participate in appropriate professional activities

Participate in the Individual Education Plan (IEP), 504 and/or RtI process as necessary

Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed

Perform other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, handheld learning devices, and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

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