Elementary Library Teacher | Structured Literacy Advocate

Providence Public Schools; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Public Schools in Rhode Island seeks an exceptional Elementary Library Teacher to join our community of teachers, students and stakeholders. This one-year position supports literacy and learning in the library media program.

Education requirements include a Bachelor's degree and RIDE Library Media PK-12 certification; ESL certification is preferred. The role emphasizes planning, instruction, assessment, and collaboration with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• RIDE PK-12 Library Media Certification.
• Structured Literacy Awareness level within one year of hire.
• ESL Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Instruct and monitor students using relevant technology to support differentiated instruction.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities and provide feedback on assignments.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom with a welcoming, culturally relevant environment.
• Regularly use data to observe and evaluate student performance and adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain and update records of students' progress and development.
• Communicate progress and needs to students, colleagues and families.
• Provide learning materials and resources to support all students.
• Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings and professional development.
• Assign and grade work according to state standards.

Skills

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Data-driven instruction

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

RIDE PK-12 Library Media Certification

ESL Certification preferred

Job description

Providence Public Schools in Rhode Island seeks an exceptional Elementary Library Teacher to join our community of teachers, students and stakeholders. This one-year position supports literacy and learning in the library media program.

Education requirements include a Bachelor's degree and RIDE Library Media PK-12 certification; ESL certification is preferred. The role emphasizes planning, instruction, assessment, and collaboration with staff and families.