Library/Media Specialist (K-12) – Pool Position

About the role

The Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is creating a pool of qualified Library/Media Specialists to support K‑12 students. Candidates will work under the direction of a principal to plan, administer, and promote the school library media program.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver direct instruction to students and training to staff on media resources.
• Manage library media center materials, facilities, and equipment.
• Communicate the library media program to administrators, staff, students, parents, and the broader community.

Required profile

• Master's degree in school library media (media generalist specialization) with coursework in curriculum and special education.
• Completion of a practicum or two years of successful teaching or media‑related experience.
• Meets Maryland state certification requirements for Educational Media (audiovisual/library) Generalist (Level II).

Required skills

• Thorough knowledge of MCPS policies and regulations for school library media programs.
• Understanding of effective instructional practices and ability to integrate current instructional and research technologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication and ability to work collaboratively with administrators, staff, students, and the community.