Library Assistant - Duxbury Middle School/Duxbury High School

Duxbury Public Schools•Duxbury, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Duxbury Public Schools is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Library Assistant at the Duxbury Middle School/Duxbury High School for the 26-27 school year. The library is a shared facility between the two schools and offers a variety of supports and resources to our entire grade 6-12 student population. Additionally, the role would require assisting teachers and their students who are utilizing the facility for research and instruction. Duxbury High School provides a dynamic education that prepares students to meet, both individually and collaboratively, the challenges and opportunities of a global society. All students will pursue academic excellence, become active learners, and develop personal, social, and civic responsibility. The Duxbury High School community is comprised of 1500 students and 160 dedicated staff members. We welcome applicants with a diverse background and experiences that can contribute to creating a positive learning environment for all students. Duxbury Public Schools believes that each student's unique identity must be affirmed in order to support a welcoming school-community that engages and empowers all learners. We are committed to the long term work of dismantling systems of inequity in our community to provide obstacle free access to education and to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree preferred, Associates Degree considered with relevant experience
Experience working in a library environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Willingness to collaborate with colleagues to meet the needs of every student.
Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

Responsibilities

Assist the DMS/DHS Librarian with cataloging, database updates, student monitoring, stocking of materials and other assigned duties.
Demonstrate a willingness to accept constructive feedback from the supervisor.
Demonstrate discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Assisting teachers and their students who are utilizing the facility for research and instruction.