School Librarian

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Selects and organizes materials (print and non-print) to enrich and support the curriculwn by making these materials available to students and staff.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED:

• The teacher will work in a school setting, climate controlled environment adhering to School Board energy policy and in the outside areas which are subject to climate extremes.
• Work day consists of hours at assigned school site according to bargaining unit agreement.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• A certified librarian 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.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Telephone, typewriter, micro computer, facsimile machine, calculator, copy machine, printers, folding machines, intercom and P.A. systems, audio-visual equipment and distance learning equipment.

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, running, observing and monitoring student behavior in all facets of the school environment is required during the work day.
• Must be able to operate all library equipment.
• Reaching, bending, lifting 10 pounds is sometimes required as well as the physical restraint of another person or persons.
• Ability to provide own transportation to school, work location(s) and meeting sites.
• Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT:

• 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 anagement techniques.

HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT:

• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
• School Librarian Certification

Compensation:

• JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.  
• JP Schools also offers a competitive benefits package.