Overview
Category:support
Median Salary:$52,000
Education Required:masters
Growth Outlook:stable
Student Interaction:direct student
Key Responsibilities
- Manage library collection and resources
- Teach information literacy and research skills
- Collaborate with teachers on curriculum projects
- Promote reading through programs and activities
- Maintain library technology and digital resources
- Order and catalog new materials
A Day in the Life
- Teaching library classes to different grade levels
- Book checkout and returns
- Reading stories to younger students
- Helping students with research projects
- Managing library volunteers
- Planning literacy events and book fairs
- Updating library displays and bulletin boards
Education & Certification Path
1
Bachelor's degree in Education or Library Science
2
Master's degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS)
3
Teaching experience preferred
4
State library media specialist endorsement
Required Certifications
- State library media specialist license
- Teaching certificate (in some states)
- Technology integration certifications
Career Progression
Library Assistant → School Librarian→
Head Librarian or Department Chair→
District Library Coordinator→
Library Services Director
Work Environment
School library with reading areas, computer stations, and instructional space
Typical Schedule
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM during school hours