Media Specialist - Elementary (K-5) - Erin Elementary School (EES)

Location: Erin, Tennessee (Houston County)

Reports To: Building Principal

Start Date: July 1, 2026

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Job Description

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Erin Elementary School has an opening for an Elementary Library Media Specialist to lead a welcoming, student-centered library program. The ideal candidate will be committed to building reading and literacy skills in students, supporting classroom teachers' classwide and differentiated instruction. This candidate will encourage students to become researchers who can identify reliable, truthful information as they become responsible digital citizens. In this role, you will serve as a teacher, instructional partner, information specialist, and program coordinator. You will collaborate with classroom teachers and school staff to strengthen learning across content areas by providing support for high-quality resources, inquiry-based instruction, and thoughtful technology integration.

Why Work in Houston County, Tennessee

Houston County, TN, is a small school district with approximately 1,200 students attending four campuses, resulting in a low student-to-staff ratio. A county population of roughly 8,400 and one high school generates the sense of community that is part of Americana and American lore. Join us and teach where smaller classes, tighter teams, opportunities for advancement, and a safe, spirited campus culture come standard, so you can focus on what matters most: helping every student succeed.

About Erin Elementary School

Erin Elementary School is a public school serving approximately 375 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade in Erin, Tennessee. As one of two elementary campuses in Houston County Schools, it provides a personalized learning environment highlighted by a low student-teacher ratio. The school's mission aligns with Houston County Schools' commitment to providing a quality, progressive education and a positive learning environment for all students. Erin Elementary utilizes digital tools through the district's Google for Education initiative, leveraging platforms like Clever and Skyward to enhance instruction, data tracking, and parent communication.

About Houston County, Tennessee

Tucked amid the Highland Rim's rolling hills, Houston County is a rural county of 8,283 residents, offering small-town warmth and elbow room in equal measure. The county seat of Erin bursts with Irish pride each March during the annual Irish Day Celebration that fills Main Street with parades, live music, and more than 150 vendors. Kentucky Lake and the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area are just minutes away, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, and camping. Despite a wealth of recreation, the cost of living here sits comfortably below the U.S. average. Residents enjoy quick access to big-city amenities, too - Nashville is only about 54 miles away, with its international airport, professional sports, and world-class arts. Families appreciate Houston County School District's small classes and community-focused culture. As part of the Tennessee Department of Education's Mid-Cumberland CORE Region, HCSD staff benefit from robust regional professional learning networks.

In Houston County, you can trade traffic for tranquility without giving up opportunity--a place where porch sunsets, supportive neighbors, and career growth come standard.

It is the policy of the Houston County School System not to discriminate on the basis of sex, race, national origin, creed, age, religion, marital status, or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies as required by Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Salary : $50,000