Librarian

Walker • Needham, MA

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About The Position

Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs is a nonprofit organization serving more than 150 communities in Massachusetts through child welfare, children’s behavioral health, and special education programs. The Librarian maintains the Walker School library collection, including books and audiovisual materials; instructs students in using library materials; consults with teachers; and collaborates with education staff to develop and implement the library curriculum.

The Librarian works as part of a multidisciplinary team to support children’s emotional, behavioral, and educational development. The role maintains a learning-conducive library environment, manages student behavior, and helps provide a safe and therapeutic setting. The Librarian is directly responsible to and supervised by the Assistant Principal and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience as a children’s librarian or school media specialist.
• Ability to be flexible and work collaboratively.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and safely.
• Ability to work in a stressful, fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of child development and the impact of emotional, behavioral, and learning disabilities.
• Understanding of confidentiality issues.
• Receptiveness to supervision and professional development.
• Ability to work and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, and lift as required.
• Ability to perform therapeutic physical intervention as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Library Science.
• Experience with a similar population.
• Expertise in children’s literature.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the library collection, including books, audiovisual materials, and some computer software.
• Manage circulation and catalog library materials.
• Manage the library budget under the direction of the Principal.
• Instruct students in the use of library materials and assist teachers and students in accessing needed materials.
• Consult with teachers about the use of library materials.
• Collaborate with education staff to develop and implement the library curriculum.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to further children’s emotional, behavioral, and educational development.
• Maintain a library atmosphere conducive to learning and effectively manage student behavior in small and large groups.
• Meet children’s physical needs and provide a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Follow and implement Walker policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Discount programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and remission programs.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Free CPR/First Aid training.
• Free parking.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time