2026-2027 Library Media Specialist

Montgomery County VA School District • Christiansburg, VA

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About The Position

Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia is now accepting applications for Library Media Specialist teaching positions that may become available within our division for the 2026 – 2027 school year. Please note this is a "continuous recruit posting" to build an applicant pool for all schools. As positions become available, all qualified applicants with complete application files will be considered. Should a specific location/job be posted, you may also be required to apply to that posting. The Library Media Specialist works with teachers and other school staff to provide skills and materials to supplement student learning. Responsibilities include maintaining an updated and efficiently functioning library; maintaining and upgrading library materials; supervising the circulation of library materials; instructing students on how to use the library; and performing management duties related to the library.

Requirements

• Hold or be eligible for a Virginia Teacher’s License with appropriate endorsement as a Library Media Specialist
• Have extensive knowledge of books and literature
• Apply technology in an educational setting
• Utilize Google Drive for instructional purposes, collaboration, and managing coursework
• Create and maintain an inclusive, supportive learning environment that respects the diverse backgrounds and needs of all students
• Communicate effectively with strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Engage and collaborate effectively with parents and families
• Collaborate with other teachers and contribute to a positive team environment
• Demonstrate dependability, punctuality, and reliability in fulfilling responsibilities

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the selection and utilization of library media materials and equipment, including the various technologies found in the media centers
• Experience with the organization, administration, and evaluation of a library media center, including ethical issues
• Familiarity with the role of the library media specialist as a resource person for students and professional staff in curriculum design and the integration of library media services in instruction

Responsibilities

• maintaining an updated and efficiently functioning library
• maintaining and upgrading library materials
• supervising the circulation of library materials
• instructing students on how to use the library
• performing management duties related to the library

Benefits

• Anthem Medical Plans - Multiple options available for comprehensive medical and prescription coverage
• Ameritas Vision Plan - Coverage includes eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses
• Delta Dental Plan - FREE Delta Dental coverage for employees, spouses, and families
• Carilion EAP - FREE Confidential Employee Assistance Program providing support for mental health, legal, financial concerns, and crisis support available to employees and their families
• Generous Employee Leave Benefits - MCPS offers leave benefits for PT and FT employees, including paid sick leave, personal leave, funeral leave, and annual leave. Employees can also join a sick leave bank for extended medical absences, and earn wellness leave.
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) - Full-time employees are eligible for the VRS and enrolled in Group Life Insurance at no cost. MCPS contributes a certain percentage to your individual retirement account.
• Employee Sick Leave Bank - Employees earning sick leave may elect to join our Sick Leave Bank which allows employees to access days in the event of a catastrophic or long term illness when the employee has exhausted all other leave available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees