ES Librarian

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Massachusetts Teachers RetirementSys (

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

403(b) & Roth403(b) with Match

YMCA Discounts

PFML

Sick Time / Personal Days

HRA & FSA

Job summary

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA is seeking an Elementary School Librarian. The role supports literacy across grades, maintains a well-organized library, and collaborates with teachers to integrate research skills into the curriculum.

This 10-month, full-time position is governed by the school year instructional salary scale, with benefits including health, retirement, and leave programs.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE library license or equivalent.
• SEI Endorsement required for compliance.
• Completion of teacher preparation program or degree.
• Master’s in Library Science or related field.
• At least three years’ elementary library experience.
• Experience with online resources, databases, and digital literacy tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with students, staff and families.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Commitment to an inclusive and equitable library space.

Responsibilities

• Model the mission and character virtues of the school.
• Promote a love of reading and lifelong learning.
• Exhibit knowledge of literature and current trends in children’s reading.
• Manage the library media center, including organization and daily operations.
• Circulate books to students using the district’s library system.
• Collaborate with teachers to recommend materials and databases.
• Align library lessons with grade-level curriculum and units of study.
• Develop and manage the library budget.
• Train and oversee volunteers as needed.
• Participate in faculty meetings and professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Massachusetts DESE Library Media License

Master’s Degree in Library Science

SEI Endorsement

Job description

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ES Librarian

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Abby Kelley Foster Charter Elementary School - Worcester, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5920892

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Elementary School Librarian

Location: Elementary School

Reports To: Building Principal

Subordinates: None

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt, Academic Calendar Year Schedule

School Year: 2026-2027

Salary: School Year Instructional Salary Scale

POSITION SUMMARY

The Elementary School Librarian will foster a love of reading, support curriculum development, and maintain a well-organized and resource-rich library environment. The librarian will work collaboratively with educators to integrate literacy and research skills into the classroom, ensuring that students develop strong information literacy competencies.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Model the mission and character virtues of the school.
• Promote a love of reading and lifelong learning.
• Exhibit a strong knowledge of literature and current trends in children’s reading and publishing.
• Manage the library media center, including organization of materials, daily operations, and resource maintenance.
• Circulate books to students, including checkouts and returns using the district’s library automation system.
• Maintain the organization of bookshelves and ensure proper order periodically.
• Learn and apply various functions of the library automation system as needed.
• Generate and disseminate overdue notices for books; collect books and/or replacements.
• Fulfill teacher requests for materials and maintain a list of unfulfilled requests.
• Collaborate with teachers to recommend print and web-based materials, including databases.
• Align library lessons with grade-level curriculum and units of study.
• Evaluate and develop the library collection, ensuring diversity and relevance through new acquisitions.
• Weed outdated or irrelevant materials and perform book repairs as necessary.
• Develop and manage the library budget effectively.
• Process orders for library materials and classroom sets of books.
• Participate in faculty meetings, curriculum planning, and professional development opportunities.
• Train and oversee volunteers as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS

• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) License as Library Media Specialist, Unified Media Specialist, or Library Teacher.
• Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement (required for compliance with state regulations).
• Completion of a teacher preparation program and/or an educational degree.
• Master’s Degree in Library Science or a related field.
• At least three years of experience working with elementary-aged children.
• Experience with online resources, databases, and digital literacy tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and families.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable library space.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Background check and fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts state regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to lift, move, or assist students when necessary.
• Completion of any required professional development or certifications as mandated by the District.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is typically inside a school or classroom setting.

Noise levels may vary, but are generally moderate, with occasional higher noise levels due to student activities or group work.

Some travel between classrooms and school buildings may be required.

The role may require lifting, carrying, or moving educational materials or students, as well as the ability to monitor and engage in physical activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift (up to 50 lbs.), and perform repetitive motions.
• Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, and stretching.
• Standing or walking for the entirety of an 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and attention to detail.

Important Note

Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Compensation and Benefits

Full-Time, Exempt Position with compensation based on the School Year’s Instructional Salary Scale. The schedule for this role is based on the school year academic calendar. This is a 10-month position with compensation paid out over 12-months. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

• Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS): Eligible
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) & ROTH403(b) with Match
• Dash Pass (DoorDash)
• YMCA Discounts
• Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML)
• Sick Time with Sick Bank
• Personal Days
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Mission

The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist families in their role as primary educators of their students by providing a liberal arts education representative of diverse works and global perspectives and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $56,079 to $105,077 Per Year

Job Categories: Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist

Welcome to Abby Kelley Foster Charter Elementary School

OUR HISTORYLocated in Worcester, Massachusetts and founded in 1998, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women’s rights movements.Charter schools are independent public schools that operate under five-year charters granted by the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and governed by a Board of Directors/Trustees. Abby Kelley has had its Charter renewed consistently, without conditions, since 2003. Currently, the school is in the second year of its most recent five-year Charter term.Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women’s rights movements.OUR MISSIONThe mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence and character formation.In support of this mission Abby Kelley each month (September -June) emphasizes a Character Virtue all students are encouraged to keep in mind in their day to day lives. The Abby Kelley Character Virtues are; Responsibility, Truth, Citizenship, Fairness, Respect, True Friendship, Kindness, Perseverance, Self Discipline and Courage.OUR PARENTSAbby Kelley views parents as the primary educators of their children and encourages them to actively participate in our school’s community. To foster positive parental relationships, Abby Kelley offers frequent information sessions and encourages participation through parent/teacher groups, classroom volunteer opportunities and other school activities. Abby Kelley faculty develops positive relationships and communication with parents, as strong parent communication ensures progress toward academic and behavioral standards.OUR STUDENTSAbby Kelley is a K-12 district with 1,424 and 250 staff. The AKFCS students body is reflective of the diverse population in Worcester as 92% of our students are Worcester residents. Our students body is 86% BiPOC with 55% identifying as African American, 22% identifying as Hispanic, 14% identifying as White and 8.7% identifying as other ethnicities. At AKFCS 71% of our students are High Needs and 18% are English Language Learners (ELL).Currently, in our eleventh year of offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) for our High School students, the IB Programme develops inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better world through intercultural understanding and respect. The IB Programme encourages students across the world to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners.Students have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities, team sports, clubs, and musical activities ranging from electives to full orchestra.Abby Kelley’s graduation rate is consistently at or above 96% and since 2019 the High School has consistently been ranked among the top 10% in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Yolanda Gutierrez , ES Assistant Principal
• 10 New Bond Street
• Worcester, Massachusetts 01606
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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