2026-2027 School Library Media Specialist - JENKINS ELEM SCHOOL
Newport News Public Schools JENKINS ES - ADMIN - Newport News, Virginia Open in Google Maps
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Job Details
Job ID:
5953164 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Job Description
Job Summary:
Position is responsible for providing all students with an enriched library environment containing a wide variety of materials that will invite intellectual growth and research and to aid all students in acquiring the skills needed to take full advantage of media center resources.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or a related field and meet the Virginia Department of Education licensure eligibility requirements for a Media Specialist. Must be eligible for, or in possession or an appropriate Virginia license. Must possess ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public.
Essential Duties: Operates and supervises the media center to which assigned.
Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials, and makes media center materials available to supplement the instructional program.
Informs teachers and other staff members concerning new materials the media center acquires.
Maintains a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all media center materials and instructs teachers and students on the use of the system.
Works with teachers in planning those assignments likely to lead to extended use of media center resources.
Helps students to develop habits of independent reference work and to develop skill in the use of reference materials in relation to planned assignments.
Helps teachers and students conduct research using the internet and other technological means.
Arranges frequently changing displays and exhibits likely to interest the students.
Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve learning, health and attitude problems.
Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
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For further information regarding the position's compensation, please visit this link: NNPS COMPENSATION.
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist
Job Requirements: Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Human Resources
12507 Warwick Blvd
Newport News, Virginia 23606
Phone: 757-881-5061
Email: ask.hr@nn.k12.va.us
