K-8 Teacher- School Librarian

Jefferson Parish Schools • Harvey, LA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The K-8 Teacher-School Librarian is responsible for selecting and organizing library materials (print and non-print) to enrich and support the curriculum, making these resources available to students and staff. This role involves providing instruction in library skills, assisting students with research, and maintaining the library as a central learning hub within the school. The librarian also manages the library's collection, coordinates audio-visual equipment, and promotes lifelong reading habits.

Requirements

• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
• School Librarian Certification
• Must be able to communicate in standard English both orally and in writing.
• Communication must be commensurate with age and skill of listener.
• Must have ability to accurately give and receive information via tele-communication system.
• Must be able to communicate successfully and pleasantly with the public.
• Must be able to accurately compile and access data, summarize information and provide written report to supervisor.
• Must have ability to represent school system at various public functions.
• Must be able to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students.
• Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.
• Must keep accurate, up-to-date library records.
• Must be able to comply with state and parish regulations.
• Must be able to utilize effective classroom management techniques.
• Must be able to work compatibly in group settings.
• Must serve as a resource to administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents and community.
• Must be able to respond positively to supervision and to accept suggestions for improvement.
• Ability to provide own transportation to school, work location(s) and meeting sites.
• Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations.

Nice To Haves

• Input from teachers for material selection.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction in library skills.
• Provides individual assistance to students doing research work.
• Selects materials for the library with input from teachers.
• Possesses and catalogues materials (print and non-print) for circulation.
• Maintains card catalog.
• Keeps students and teachers informed concerning the arrival of new materials.
• Develops a library use schedule with the approval of the principal.
• Does minor book repairs and sends books in need of major repairs to bindery.
• Coordinates the maintenance of audio-visual equipment within the budgetary limit.
• Coordinates the use of audio-visual equipment.
• Inventories library materials periodically (yearly if necessary).
• Acts as a resource in the development of bibliographies.
• Encourages positive life time reading habits in students.
• Maintains the library as a center of learning activities in the school.
• Participates in staff development.
• Prepares reports as required.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the principal.

Benefits

• Competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
• Competitive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED