Librarian

Bethel School District 403•Spanaway, WA

About The Position

The Bethel School District is seeking teacher applicants who have the potential to be leaders and innovative educators. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to deliver instruction based upon best available research and practices in teaching and learning. If you are a current Bethel School District employee, you must complete an INTERNAL application. All other applicants, including current substitutes, must complete the standard application.

Requirements

Valid and appropriate certificate and endorsements for Washington State required with an Endorsement in Library Science.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective library media services and classroom management.
Demonstrated ability to successfully employ effective teaching methods.
Demonstrated desire and ability to work and communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous successful library supervisory experience and teaching experience preferred.
Understanding of library technology, literary genres, research and reference tools to support instruction.
Knowledge and/or background in books and literature with an ability to promote reading.
Ability to assist teachers in the location and choice of print and non-print materials that meet curriculum needs and promote student achievement.
Maintain an inviting physical environment that allows for intellectual growth.
Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively and plan with other staff members, exercising leadership when appropriate.
Desire and willingness to continue to learn and pursue professional development.
Manage and develop special activities to promote literacy within the school community such as Battle of the Books, Read Across America, and Book Fairs.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain effective library media services
Classroom management
Employ effective teaching methods
Work and communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds
Assist teachers in the location and choice of print and non-print materials that meet curriculum needs and promote student achievement.
Maintain an inviting physical environment that allows for intellectual growth.
Work collaboratively and plan with other staff members, exercising leadership when appropriate.
Continue to learn and pursue professional development.
Manage and develop special activities to promote literacy within the school community such as Battle of the Books, Read Across America, and Book Fairs.