Friday, April 10, 2026

Library Media Specialist - Berlin Public Schools

Location: Willard Elementary School
Date Available: 8/24/2026

The Library Media Specialist creates and sustains a vibrant learning community that promotes literacy, inquiry, and digital citizenship. As such, the library media specialist oversees all aspects of the school library media center (LMC) and serves as a teacher, instructional partner, information specialist, and program administrator.

Required Qualifications:

  • Connecticut teaching certification: School Library Media Specialist (062) or Librarian (048).
  • Extensive knowledge of children's literature and information resources for elementary learners.
  • Strong understanding of the social, emotional, and academic needs of elementary students.
  • Demonstrated expertise in educational technology integration across the curriculum.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution. Previous experience as a Library Media Specialist preferred.

Terms of Employment: Position to begin at the start of the 2026-2027 school year Salary and benefits per the negotiated agreement between the Berlin Board of Education and the Berlin Education Association (salary range: $54,797 BA, Step 1 - $114,617 Ph.D., Max), depending on education and experience).

Benefits of Working for the Berlin Public Schools: The Berlin Public Schools offers competitive health and dental insurance, retirement options, paid time off, wellness incentives, employee assistance programs, and a shared mission of empowering students to be enthusiastic, curious learners and kind, compassionate leaders in our community and the world. All of us play a role in accomplishing our mission. Please consider becoming a part of our team and making a difference in the lives of our students!

See the full position posting and apply HERE. Open until filled.