Librarian

Hamilton County Schools•Chattanooga, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hamilton County Schools seeks a Librarian to administer the library media program and collaborate with teaching staff to develop student literacy. The position provides specialized instruction to students and staff and oversees the selection, organization, use, and maintenance of library, information, and curriculum resources. The role serves Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences (CSAS), a K–12 Paideia school focused on Character, Leadership, Academics, Seminar, and Service, critical thinking, collaboration, and a love of learning. The Librarian supports the school's mission through student engagement and rigorous academic inquiry. The Librarian supports instructional needs, promotes literacy and digital literacy, and helps students and staff access, select, and use library resources. The position also plans and manages library operations, maintains the collection and its records, and creates an inviting, safe, inclusive learning environment. The Librarian works collaboratively with teachers, students, families, and the community, participates in required professional development, and may perform related duties such as sponsoring student activities or supervising school events.

Requirements

Current valid Tennessee license required; applicants licensed in another state must apply for a Tennessee license.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with students, educators, parents, and community members.
Excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the instructional needs of staff and students and promote literacy throughout the school, including access to leisure reading materials.
Develop learning activities and experiences that support state standards and reflect the school’s mission and goals; may teach self-contained classes.
Assist teachers and students in navigating online resources.
Recommend instructional strategies, media, cross-curricular connections, and digital resources that complement teachers’ curricula.
Provide resources for varying abilities and needs, including materials reflecting the local community and other cultures.
Promote digital literacy and safety through classroom lessons and demonstrations of best practices.
Establish a library climate that stimulates achievement of educational objectives and use of library resources.
Assist students and staff in selecting and using library materials.
Plan and implement library program procedures for staff, students, and the community.
Maintain a comprehensive system for cataloging and classifying library resources.
Create an effective learning environment through displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
Inventory library resources and weed obsolete or worn materials as needed.
Evaluate, select, and requisition new library materials in accordance with Board policies and district procedures.
Use sound fiscal planning and management and ensure prudent use of financial resources.
Maintain accurate, current records and submit required reports promptly.
Organize library operations for effective use of time and resources.
Manage an inviting and safe library space.
Participate in required Hamilton County Schools professional development and pursue opportunities for professional growth.
Collaborate with teachers, students, and community stakeholders.
Report on time and perform other duties as assigned.
Promote inclusion and respect for diversity in the library collection.
Maintain confidentiality and follow procedures to ensure assigned areas are safe.
Adhere to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee law.
Perform related duties, such as sponsoring a student organization or activity, and attend and/or supervise school-sponsored events as required.
Use computers and other technology to enter and access information related to essential job functions.