MEDIA SPECIALIST, ST. MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL, PHILADELPHIA, PA, PHILADELPHIA COUNTY NORTH

School Overview

St. Matthew School, a vibrant PreK–8 Catholic elementary school committed to academic excellence and faith-based education, is seeking an innovative, organized, and student-centered Media Specialist (Library & Technology Teacher) for the 2026–2027 school year.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a Christ-Centered Environment: Promote respect, responsibility, and ethical use of technology grounded in Catholic values.
• Integrate Catholic teachings into lessons on digital citizenship, emphasizing dignity, integrity, and responsible decision-making.
• Model and reinforce virtues such as prudence, justice, and responsibility in both in-person and digital environments.
• Participate in school liturgies and contribute to the spiritual life of the school community.
• Design and deliver engaging STEM and technology curriculum for students in PreK–8.
• Teach digital citizenship, online safety, and technology ethics, helping students become responsible digital learners.
• Introduce and support foundational technology skills, including typing, research, presentation tools, and appropriate use of educational platforms.
• Provide opportunities for hands-on, project-based learning that fosters creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners across grade levels.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate technology into core content areas.
• Manage and maintain a welcoming, organized, and student-centered library/media space.
• Support students in PreK-5 with book selection, research skills, and independent reading.
• Maintain and update the library collection, including cataloging, inventory, and acquisition of new materials.
• Promote literacy and a love of reading through displays, programs, and school-wide initiatives.
• Oversee library scheduling and ensure equitable access for all classes.
• Provide basic troubleshooting and support for student and staff Chromebooks.
• Assist with Chromebook management, including inventory, distribution, and upkeep.
• Support the administration of Google Workspace for Education, including user management and basic troubleshooting, in collaboration with school leadership and IT partners.
• Collaborate with school technology leaders and external IT partners to maintain efficient and secure systems.
• Establish clear expectations for student behavior in both physical and digital learning environments.
• Create an engaging and structured classroom environment that promotes curiosity, responsibility, and innovation.
• Support students in developing digital responsibility, organization, and independence.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages exploration and creativity.
• Collaborate with faculty to support technology integration and instructional innovation.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and staff regarding library resources and technology use.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school initiatives.
• Work closely with administration to support school-wide technology goals and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Library Science, Educational Technology, or related field required
• Teaching certification preferred (Elementary or Technology/Library Media)
• Experience in STEM instruction, educational technology, or library/media services preferred
• Familiarity with Google Workspace for Education and Chromebook environments strongly preferred
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and systems effectively
• Commitment to Catholic education and student-centered learning