Media Teacher – A-Rated Charter School
Location: Palmetto, FL
School Type: A-Rated Charter School
Grade Levels: Elementary with some Middle School instruction
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Media Teacher to join an A-rated charter school in Palmetto, Florida. The Media program operates similarly to other special-area classes such as Spanish, PE, and STEM. The teacher will primarily work with elementary students, while also teaching select middle school classes.
The ideal candidate is passionate about literacy, literature, technology, research, and helping students become confident, responsible, and independent users of information.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging Media/Library instruction primarily for elementary students, with some middle school classes.
- Foster a love of reading, literature, learning, and inquiry.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop instructional units and lessons.
- Support students and teachers in the effective use of instructional materials and technology.
- Integrate information, research, media, visual, digital, and technological literacy skills.
- Teach students about research skills, digital citizenship, internet safety, and responsible technology use.
- Provide guidance regarding copyright, fair use, and intellectual property.
- Maintain an engaging and well-organized media center and library collection.
- Select and maintain library materials based on student and school needs.
- Establish and maintain effective library/media center procedures.
- Assist with the planning and management of the Media program budget.
- Support school curriculum and instructional technology initiatives.
- Participate as an active member of the school leadership and educational community.
- Stay current with literature, educational technology, and trends in library/media services.
- Participate in professional development and school activities.
- Supervise and coordinate staff assigned to the Media program.
- Perform other professional duties as assigned by the Principal.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Valid Florida Certification as a Media Specialist required.
- Master’s degree in Library Science, Educational Media, or a related field preferred.
- Knowledge of child growth and development, particularly at the elementary and middle school levels.
- Knowledge of curriculum standards and current educational practices.
- Strong understanding of educational technology and digital resources.
- Ability to use varied, standards-based instructional strategies to address different learning styles.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, administrators, students, and families.
- Strong classroom management and student supervision skills.
- Ability to assess student achievement and use data to support instructional improvement.
What We’re Looking For
- Passion for working with children and supporting student achievement.
- Strong interest in literacy, literature, technology, and research.
- Creative and engaging teaching approach.
- Ability to make the Media program an exciting and meaningful part of the student experience.
- Collaborative team player who enjoys working with teachers and school leadership.
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