FY27 Media Specialist William B Gibbs Jr ES 1 0 FTE

Summary Description

Under direction of the principal, plans and administers the school^s library media program. In collaboration with teachers, plans and provides for students information literacy skills instruction integrated into the content areas. Provides instructional technology training to staff. Manages library media center material, facilities, and equipment. Communicates the school library media program vision and mission to administrators, staff, students, parents, and the broader community. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Job Specific Information

K-5 The wage range for this position is a salary between $64,591 and $131,472 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Job

Media Specialist

Organization

William B. Gibbs, Jr. Elementary School

Primary Location

Germantown

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Apr 15, 2026, 9:45:51 AM

Knowledge Skills Abilities

Thorough knowledge of MCPS Policies and Procedures for school library media programs and MCPS Administrative Regulation ITA-RA: School Library Media Program. Knowledge of effective instructional practices and understanding of the teaching/learning process. Knowledge of current instructional and research technologies and the ability to integrate these into the library media program and throughout the curriculum. Ability to work effectively with administrators, staff, students and community. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Education Training Experience

Master^s degree from an accredited college or university in school library media and course work in curriculum and special education. Completion of a practicum or two years of successful teaching or two years of successful media-related experience.Certificate License:Meets Maryland state certification requirements for School Library Media Specialist.