Middle School Librarian

MSAD #17; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district seeks a Middle School Librarian to join a dedicated team. The role involves library instruction, collaboration with staff, and fostering a supportive learning environment for students. Applicants must hold or be able to obtain a valid Maine teaching certificate.

Qualifications

• Passionate about library instruction and student achievement.
• Skilled at managing all aspects of maintaining a school library.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues and parents.
• Develop real-world learning experiences and community partnerships.
• Model a strong work ethic and motivate students.

Skills

Library Instruction

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Valid Maine Teaching Certificate

Job description

Middle School Librarian

We are seeking a Librarian at Oxford Hills Middle School. This person will join a team of two other librarians and several library techs who work across the district. Oxford Hills Middle School serves approximately 500 students in grades 7-8 at campuses located about 2 miles apart. The successful candidate will be passionate about library instruction and partnering with colleagues, and will be skilled at managing all aspects of maintaining a school library.

Oxford Hills Middle School serves approximately 500 students in grades 7-8. OHMS has two campuses located about 2 miles apart, one in South Paris and one in Oxford. The successful candidate will be passionate about instruction, student achievement, and best practices.

As a district, we are committed to our four Strategic Pillars: Healthy and Resilient Students, Maximizing Our Facilities to Support Learning, Recruiting and Growing Talent, and Rigorous, Relevant and Responsive Learning. We are invested in the well-being of our students and staff, and our classrooms—both indoors and outdoors—are evolving spaces designed to optimize learning. Our district maintains close partnerships with community organizations and has recently launched an Employee Life Navigator program to support staff wellbeing.

Our Mission

The Oxford Hills School District, in partnership with families and communities, engages and supports all students in diverse and challenging learning opportunities to prepare them to graduate as healthy, responsible, and productive citizens, ready to succeed in our global society.

Core Beliefs

In collaboration with parents and communities, the district aims to:

• Meet students where they are, motivating and helping them develop their individual learning paths.
• Hold students to high expectations and provide support to achieve them.
• Develop students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Foster high aspirations, self-determination, self-control, and self-advocacy.
• Encourage curiosity and ethical leadership, adaptable to changing times.
• Provide a safe, caring, and welcoming learning environment.

Oxford Hills Region

The district includes the towns of Norway, South Paris, West Paris, Oxford, Waterford, Harrison, Hebron, and Otisfield. It shares vocational resources and accepts students from neighboring districts into its technical and adult education programs. The region offers outdoor recreation opportunities, strong community support for athletics and extracurriculars, and a commitment to student success.

Job Description

Candidates must hold a valid Maine teaching certificate or be able to obtain one with appropriate endorsements.

Reports to: Building Principal and Curriculum Director

Work Schedule: 180 Day Contract

Expectations of Staff:

• Model a strong work ethic, responsibility, respect, perseverance, and grit.
• Use best practices to motivate students in a safe, supportive environment.
• Develop real-world learning experiences and community partnerships.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and the community.

Instructional practices should focus on:

1. Problem-solving and critical thinking as essential skills.
2. Strong literacy instruction across content areas.
3. Skills for interpreting and evaluating information.
4. Effective lesson design tailored to student needs, including technology integration.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the online application, submit a cover letter, résumé, certification copy, transcripts, and three current references with complete contact information.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Oxford Hills School District is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.