Library Media Specialist

Berkeley County Schools (WV) MOUNTAIN RIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL - Gerrardstown, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job : 5570248

Final date to receive applications: Mar 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Who We Are

Located just 75 miles from Washington, D.C. in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, Berkeley County is the fastest growing county in the state of West Virginia. Our close proximity to D.C., Baltimore, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia makes Berkeley County an exciting place to live & learn.

Berkeley County Schools boasts a diverse population recognized statewide for great success in academics, the arts and athletics. With 4 high schools, 6 middle, 6 intermediate school, 16 elementary schools and a universal Pre‑K program, our 32 schools serve a student population of more than 19,250 strong and growing. Our more than 2,000+ employees ___ including teachers, principals, office assistants, paraprofessionals, custodians, nutrition services staff, technology staff and administrators ___ are committed to limitless learning opportunities and child‑centered excellence!

We are looking for individuals passionate in their commitment to maximizing individual student performance. Make the choice to join our team and become a part of a collaborative, responsive culture committed to multiple pathways to grow and shape your career.

Plans and establishes media program, goals and outcomes in accordance with building curriculum and district and state guidelines.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students.
• Evaluates, selects, orders learning resources, and recommends non‑print for curriculum usage
• Delivers media curriculum outcomes including equipment to students in partnerships with other teaching staff
• Assists teachers in the selection of instructional materials, and makes media center materials available to support and enrich the curriculum of the building
• Informs teachers and other staff members about new learning materials the media center acquires
• Plans and supervises the distribution and storage of all media materials and equipment
• Arranges for interlibrary loan of materials and equipment
• Works with teachers in planning those assignments likely to lead to extended use of media center resources.
• Helps students to develop habits of independent information access and use so as to develop the skills in the use of instructional materials in relation to learning outcomes.
• Counsels with and gives reading guidance to students including those who have special reading needs

• Evaluates, purchases, and maintains library hardware and software and all related library items.
• Oversees automation of library functions.
• Maintains current awareness of emerging technologies

• Supervises the operational routines of the media center.
• On an annual basis analyzes the media program to establish new policies and services as necessary and to determine needs to update technology.

Supervises students, parent volunteers and student helpers. Supervises and coordinates the interaction with staff/students.

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.

Master's Degree in School Library/Media Specialist preferred.

Valid WV Teaching Certificate in School Library Media Specialist.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

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