What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Teacher position at Medford Public Schools?
Responsibilities:
Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the classroom teacher facilitates student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; addressing the specific educational needs of individual students, and by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, activities, and expectations.
School Librarian
The Medford Public School Librarian, in collaboration with a districtwide team of library and digital learning staff, is responsible for delivering library curriculum, services and support to the school community; developing and delivering curriculum, and working with students and staff in each school building.
Performance:
Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes an environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction, and student learning.
Plans lesson plans and instructional materials.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning.
Maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and attendance as required by the CBA agreement between the Medford Public Schools and the Medford Teachers Association.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation process with regard to performance and professional growth as required in the CBA agreement between the Medford Teachers Association and the Medford Public Schools
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree Required Masters Degree Preferred
Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a Library Teacher
In-depth knowledge of instructional strategies, information literacy and children’s literature
Familiarity with emerging trends in libraries and digital learning
Reports to: Building Principal and Director of Library, Media and Technology