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Library Media Specialist

Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES

Buffalo, NYContract$43–81K/yrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$43–81K/yr
Location
Buffalo, NY
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NYS Elementary Education Or Library Media Specialist CertificationMaster's degree

Job overview

The Library Media Specialist cultivates, maintains, and catalogs print and electronic content and supports grade- and curriculum-appropriate use of the school library collection. The specialist teaches K–8 courses aligned with NYS and ISTE standards, collaborates with school leadership and faculty, and supports literacy programming and library enrichment activities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Research TechniquesLiteracy ProgrammingRecord KeepingCreating Welcoming EnvironmentsElectronic ResearchCommunication

Qualifications

Master's in English, Literature or Related AreaNYS Elementary Education or Library Media Specialist Certification1 Year Urban School Experience

Full job description

Library Media Specialist

King Center Charter School

156 Newburgh Avenue

Buffalo , NY 14211

Certified - Teaching - Librarian/School Media Spec {LIBR}

Job Number 3300057290

Start Date

Open Date 10/23/2026

Closing Date

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:The Library Media Specialist will be responsible for cultivating, maintaining and cataloguing print and electronic content as well as the grade and curriculum appropriate use of school's library collection. The LMS will teach K-8 courses aligned with NYS and ISTE standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Working closely with Principal, acquire materials to supplement and enhance school's curriculum in all subject areas.

  • Lead and teach classes in research techniques using all available media.

  • Assist teachers in literacy programming (interactive read alouds, echo reading, choral reading) as well as lead enrichment activities in the library.

  • Initiate new programs and acquire new tools and materials in collaboration with faculty and leadership team

  • Create library budget subsequent to approval by Board of Directors

  • Other duties as required

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in English, Literature or related area, with appreciation and knowledge of diversity and literature of World Cultures

  • NYS Certification in Elementary Education or Library Media Specialist

  • Minimum 1 year experience in urban school setting

  • Excellent record keeping skills

  • Proven ability to create in a warm and welcoming environment

  • Demonstrated electronic research skills

  • Excellent Communication Skills

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Salary: From 43000.00

Salary: To 80711.00

Salary Competitive Y

Appointment Status Annual Contract

Contact Person's Name Mariah Kramer

Contact Person's Title Principal

Contact Person's Phone 716-891-7912

Contact Person's Email [email protected]

How this job compares

Set against the 4,801 open Teacher jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$43–81K/yr
  • New York median$52–71K/yr258 salary ranges
  • US median$54–73K/yr683 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $62K, is close to the New York median midpoint ($62K) — in the middle half of Teacher salary ranges in New York.

Openings
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Teacher postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (832 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a master's degree; 236 of the 4,801 open Teacher jobs (5%) ask for a master's degree or higher.

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