Engaging Library Substitute - Inspire Reading & Research

Belmont Hills Elementary School; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 399,000 - 509,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont Hills Elementary School in Bensalem, PA is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Librarian to maintain a welcoming, well-resourced library that supports student learning, literacy, research, and intellectual growth. This assignment starts immediately at Belmont Hills Elementary and may extend depending on the district’s needs.

The librarian will select and order materials, collaborate with teachers, teach research and information-literacy skills, manage the catalog, coordinate interlibrary

Qualifications

• Appropriate Library Science certification for the level of assignment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively utilize technology and computerized library systems.

Responsibilities

• Selects, evaluates, and orders library materials that support student learning and curriculum needs.
• Collaborates with teachers in selecting books, instructional materials, and other library resources.
• Teaches students research, reference, information-literacy, and independent learning skills.
• Provides library instruction and lessons that promote student engagement and appreciation of library resources.
• Maintains an accurate and efficient computerized cataloging system and assists students and staff in its use.
• Coordinates interlibrary loans and other resource-sharing services.
• Collaborates with teachers to develop assignments and activities utilizing library resources.
• Assists students and staff in locating and effectively using print and digital resources.
• Maintains an orderly, welcoming, and productive library environment.
• Develops displays and exhibits that encourage student interest in reading and learning.
• Supervises and provides direction to library aides and other assigned personnel.
• Keeps current with library technology, information resources, and regulations affecting school libraries.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Building Principal.

Skills

Communication

Education

Library Science certification

Job description

Belmont Hills Elementary School in Bensalem, PA is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Librarian to maintain a welcoming, well-resourced library that supports student learning, literacy, research, and intellectual growth. This assignment starts immediately at Belmont Hills Elementary and may extend depending on the district’s needs.

The librarian will select and order materials, collaborate with teachers, teach research and information-literacy skills, manage the catalog, coordinate interlibrary