Librarian - Reed & Mock Elementary

Librarian

Reports To

Principal

Department

Campus

Pay Grade

Teacher Salary @ 193 days

Qualifications

Funding Source:

Primary Purpose

Supervise and manage the school library/media center. Provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems. Serve as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to ensure that library/media center is involved in instructional programs of the school

Education/Certification

Master’s degree from accredited college or university

(for individuals certified after January 23, 2001)

Valid Texas librarian or learning resources specialist certificate or endorsement

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of library science

Ability to instruct and manage student behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

Experience in library/media center in public school setting (preferred)

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable

PSJA Leadership Skills And Expectations

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody the Spirit of PSJA and demonstrate these characteristics as they lead others.

Positive Engagement

Welcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district table

Builds relationships – Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholders

Exhibits professionalism– Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growth

Models ethics – Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholders

Communicates effectively- Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district vision



Student-centered Excellence

Holds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staff

Demonstrates expertise – Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competence

Establishes shared vision – Articulates the school’s mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a reality

Implements plans- Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resources

Expects results – Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvement



Joint Empowerment

Develops and empowers individuals and teams for effective action

Promotes collaboration – Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the district

Inspires Action – Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goals

Builds capacity – Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goals

Develops leaders – Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignments



Adaptive Innovation

Maintains district at the forefront of educational service providers

Scans Environment – Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district’s future advancement

Manages change – Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared vision

Champions solutions – Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing things

Acknowledges outcomes – Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failure

Technical Skills, Responsibilities And Duties

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead others

Instruction

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide group instruction and individual guidance to students and other library users to help them locate resources and use research techniques. Serve as an information resource for users of print and digital library/media center
• Work with teachers to convey appropriate use of materials and help schedule materials for classroom instructional use. Encourage the appropriate use of video programing and other print and digital media for educational purposes.
• Design, develop, and present staff development for teachers on the availability and use of campus and district learning
  
  

Library Programs

• Plan and implement an effective school library program that meets identified needs and create a library/media center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interests of
• Make recommendations for acquisitions and manage the processing, organizing, distribution, maintenance, and inventory of library/media resources.
• Assist teachers in preparation of curriculum guides, lesson plans, and
• Develop and maintain up-to-date resource files including instructional program schedules and other community resources.
• Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the library/media center program and make changes based on the findings.
  
  

Student Management

• Carry out student discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative
  
  

Administration

• Compile, budget and cost estimates based on documented program
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents
• Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of clerical aide(s), student aides, and volunteers.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard library equipment including imaging equipment; standard instruction equipment

Posture: Regular sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular overhead reaching; climbing ladders

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15– 44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside; work alone; exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as mold and dust

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruption; maintain emotional control under stress