Elementary Media Specialist

DeKalb County School District is accepting applications for the following position: Elementary Media Specialist Location: Henderson Mill Elementary School School Year: 2026-2027 General Description: Under general supervision, facilitates, selects and maintains a collection of informational tools and instructional equipment that supports the instructional curriculum; assists teachers and students in accessing information relevant to the instructional curriculum; supervises students in the library/media center; and maintains and purchases instructional equipment. Education & Experience: A Master’s degree in Library Science, Education, or a closely related area from a Professional Standards Commission-approved accredited college or university in a relevant educational field is required.A minimum of one (1) year of professional-level library/media center or closely related experience is required.Valid Professional Standards Commission-approved in the field of media specialist at level S-5 or above is required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of curriculum guidelines for the school system and state requirements; standardized testing in accordance with school system policies and state laws; library and information tools and systems; copyright law; Dewey Decimal System; school system policies, programs and procedures pertinent to learning disabilities, child and substance abuse, and social adjustment.Skill in effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication; preparing assignments and tests for in-school preparation and homework; maintaining order in a classroom setting; administering the school system’s discipline policies; counseling students with academic difficulties and behavioral problems.Ability to plan and develop a course of study suitable for specific grade levels; develop lesson plans incorporating lectures, projects, group discussions, exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers and the internet; continue completion of professional courses according to school system and state guidelines.