Media Specialist, St. Matthew Catholic School, Philadelphia, PA, Philadelphia County North

Media Specialist – Permanent Full‑Time Position Job Title: Media Specialist Job Status: Permanent/Full Time Contact: Alissa DeVito, Vice Principal Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Position 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. This full‑time specialty position combines technology instruction, library/media center leadership, and basic technology support. The ideal candidate will teach technology classes (including STEM lessons, digital citizenship and computational skills), foster a love of reading and research, and maintain a dynamic, welcoming library space that supports all learners. The Media Specialist will also support school technology systems, including Chromebook management and assistance with the Google Workspace for Education administrative console, in collaboration with school leadership and IT partners. Key Responsibilities Pursue and promote a Christ‑centered environment, integrating Catholic teachings into digital citizenship lessons and modeling virtues such as prudence, justice, and responsibility in both in‑person and digital settings. Design and deliver engaging STEM and technology curriculum for PreK–8 students, teach digital citizenship and online safety, and provide opportunities for project‑based learning that fosters creativity, collaboration, and problem‑solving. Manage and maintain a student‑centered library/media space, support PreK‑5 students in book selection, research skills, and independent reading, maintain the collection, and promote literacy through displays and school‑wide initiatives. Provide basic troubleshooting and support for student and staff Chromebooks, assist with Chromebook management, and collaborate with school technology leaders and external IT partners to maintain efficient and secure systems. Establish clear expectations for student behavior in physical and digital learning environments, create an engaging classroom environment that promotes curiosity, responsibility, and innovation, and foster a positive, 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; and participate in faculty meetings and school initiatives. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Library Science, Educational Technology, or a 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. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Alissa DeVito, Vice Principal, at View email address on click.appcast.io. If the position is offered, the candidate will be required to complete the "Protecting God’s Children" training through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Full Time Permanent Teacher Archdiocese of Philadelphia Schools #J-18808-Ljbffr Archdiocese of Philadelphia Schools