ES Librarian

TrulyHired; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

403(b) & ROTH403(b) with Match

YMCA Discounts

HRA & FSA

Job summary

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA seeks an Elementary School Librarian to foster reading, support curriculum, and manage a resource-rich library. You will collaborate with staff to integrate literacy and information literacy across classrooms, aligning lessons to grade-level standards.

The role requires a DESE library license, SEI endorsement, and 3+ years’ experience with elementary students, along with a commitment to an inclusive learning space.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE License as Library Media Specialist or related.
• SEI Endorsement required for state compliance.
• Master's in Library Science or related field.
• At least three years with elementary-aged children.
• Experience with online resources, databases, and digital literacy tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with students, staff and families.
• 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 strong knowledge of literature and current trends.
• Manage the library media center operations and resources.
• Circulate books using the district's automation system.
• Maintain bookshelves and proper order.
• Learn and apply library automation functions as needed.
• Generate overdue notices and handle replacements.
• Fulfill teacher requests for materials and track unfulfilled requests.
• Collaborate with teachers on print and web materials.
• Align library lessons with grade-level curriculum.
• Evaluate and develop the library collection for diversity.
• Weed outdated materials and perform repairs as needed.
• Develop and manage the library budget.
• Process orders for materials and classroom sets.
• Participate in faculty meetings and professional development.
• Train and oversee volunteers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Digital literacy tools

Education

Master's Degree in Library Science

Teacher preparation program / educational degree

Tools

Library automation system

Job description

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 BankPersonal Days
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter 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.

Welcome to ATX Learning

OUR HISTORY

Located 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