Newark Public Schools
School Library Media Specialist SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Public Schools, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
Position Type: Instructional – Other Titles/Librarian
Date Posted: 11/26/2025
Location: Various Newark Board of Education Locations
NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT
SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST
Various Locations
(Pending Availability of Funds and Board of Education Approval)
School Library Media Specialist - Various Locations The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of School Library Media Specialist - Various Locations.
Qualifications And Requirements
An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate or eligible for an Emergency certificate as deemed necessary by https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/certsandtitles/
Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.
New Jersey Department of Education School Library Media Specialist Certificate.
Definition To select, order and organize print and non-print materials for the library media center that will reinforce the curriculum, instruct students in the use of the library as a source of knowledge, enjoyment and inspiration, and work with teachers in the development of library media programs to satisfy their classroom needs.
Basic Functions And Responsibilities
Instruct students in using the library media center and help them select print and non-print materials related to their interests and the curriculum.
Plan, schedule, manage and evaluate the library media center operations.
Select, order and organize the library media center's print and non-print materials.
Maintain and report at required intervals accurate statistical data; generate library media orders and professional reports as required.
Provide reference service, prepare bibliographies and develop curriculum support materials for teaching and administrative staff.
Encourage and motivate students and teachers to appreciate books and reading through storytelling, book talks, and reading guidance.
Assist with staff development through in-service workshops or other techniques to familiarize the teaching staff with the materials in the media center.
Involve the teaching staff in continued utilization of the media center so that it becomes an integral part of the regular school program.
Develop a program for students and teachers of operational skills for the audiovisual equipment in the school.
Coordinate and cooperate with the Audiovisual Center and community resources such as the Newark Public Library, the Newark Museum, the New Jersey Historical Society, etc.
Reports to: Principal
Salary and Employment Period
Salary Range: $72,250 - $114,750
Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
Union affiliation: Newark Teacher's Union (NTU)
Benefits Newark Board of Education offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/
How To Apply Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
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Date Posted: 11/26/2025
Location: Various Newark Board of Education Locations
NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT
SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST
Various Locations
(Pending Availability of Funds and Board of Education Approval)
School Library Media Specialist - Various Locations The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of School Library Media Specialist - Various Locations.
Qualifications And Requirements
An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate or eligible for an Emergency certificate as deemed necessary by https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/certsandtitles/
Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.
New Jersey Department of Education School Library Media Specialist Certificate.
Definition To select, order and organize print and non-print materials for the library media center that will reinforce the curriculum, instruct students in the use of the library as a source of knowledge, enjoyment and inspiration, and work with teachers in the development of library media programs to satisfy their classroom needs.
Basic Functions And Responsibilities
Instruct students in using the library media center and help them select print and non-print materials related to their interests and the curriculum.
Plan, schedule, manage and evaluate the library media center operations.
Select, order and organize the library media center's print and non-print materials.
Maintain and report at required intervals accurate statistical data; generate library media orders and professional reports as required.
Provide reference service, prepare bibliographies and develop curriculum support materials for teaching and administrative staff.
Encourage and motivate students and teachers to appreciate books and reading through storytelling, book talks, and reading guidance.
Assist with staff development through in-service workshops or other techniques to familiarize the teaching staff with the materials in the media center.
Involve the teaching staff in continued utilization of the media center so that it becomes an integral part of the regular school program.
Develop a program for students and teachers of operational skills for the audiovisual equipment in the school.
Coordinate and cooperate with the Audiovisual Center and community resources such as the Newark Public Library, the Newark Museum, the New Jersey Historical Society, etc.
Reports to: Principal
Salary and Employment Period
Salary Range: $72,250 - $114,750
Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
Union affiliation: Newark Teacher's Union (NTU)
Benefits Newark Board of Education offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/
How To Apply Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
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