High School Librarian

Nottoway County Public Schools; Crewe (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as a High School Librarian dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment. You will manage diverse print and digital collections, work collaboratively to align resources with curriculum goals, and support students' information literacy needs. This rewarding role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on students' educational experiences while contributing to a strong school community.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge and experience in teaching, media programs, management.
• Hold professional license in Library Media K-12.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for organizing and managing the school’s collection of materials.
• Collaborate with teachers on lessons to support instructional objectives.

Skills

Library management systems

Cataloging

Digital databases

Information literacy

Effective communication

Instructional delivery

Education

Professional license with endorsement in Library Media K-12

Job description

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Base pay range

$50,583.00/yr - $83,996.00/yr

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Position: Librarian - High School

Location: Nottoway County Public Schools, Southside Virginia

Employment Type: 11 Months / 220 Days

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Principal or Designee

About Us

Nottoway County Public Schools is a K–12 public school division located in the scenic, rural setting of Southside Virginia. We are committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our students to thrive—academically, socially, and personally. Our mission is to help students enjoy life, contribute to the well-being of others, and become responsible, productive citizens in a global society.

We take pride in our strong sense of community, where exceptional students, dedicated staff, supportive administrators, caring educators, and engaged families work together to create a welcoming and enriching learning environment.

General Description:

Responsible for the organization and management of the school’s collections of various print and digital materials, as well as leading and/or collaborating on lessons and other activities that support the instructional objectives of the individual school.

Education and Experience:

Hold professional license with a specific endorsement in Library Media K-12.Broad knowledge and experience in teaching, media programs, management, and administration of library/media services.

Essential Job Functions:

• To select and acquire materials to reinforce the curriculum and meet the individual interest, ability and maturity levels of students through research, selection aids, reviews, recommendations, teacher requests, SOL’s, etc.
• To organize and distribute all media and audio-visual equipment for effective use.
• To participate in curriculum planning and program development and implementation to develop a close professional relationship among Teachers, Principals, and other Media Librarians.
• To create an attractive environment and atmosphere that encourages students and teachers to use the media center.
• To stimulate and guide students in all phases of their reading, viewing, and listening, so that they may effectively assimilate information.
• To provide instruction, in cooperation with the staff, in media and resource skills.
• To provide media center experiences to help students develop personal relationships, social attitudes, and vocational interests.
• To conduct with teachers and volunteer personnel (adult and student) in-service and other staff development activities in the use of multimedia equipment and materials.
• To acquaint the staff and students with the media collection and with new materials.
• To assist the Principal in ensuring that instructional materials and equipment are used to provide learning experiences compatible with the educational needs of students.
• To trouble-shoot technology and computer problems.
• To supervise Librarian Assistant.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to use a telephone to enter data into a computer terminal; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; to hear, understand speech, and speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly at normal levels indoors and on the telephone. Physical agility to drive, bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, crawl, walk, push, pull, and reach overhead. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in library management systems, cataloging (e.g., Dewey Decimal), and digital databases.
• Strong IT and research skills, with the ability to teach students effective information literacy.
• Experienced in delivering engaging instruction, integrating library resources into curriculum, and promoting reading.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills to manage the library and collaborate with students, staff, and faculty.

Requirements

• Transcripts - Applicants must provide both undergraduate and graduate transcripts; unofficial transcripts are acceptable with the application.
• References - Applicants must submit two (2) written references; references should be from a current or previous supervisor. References from a supervising teacher or professor are acceptable when there is no relevant prior work history. Applicants may use the Nottoway County Public Schools reference form that is incorporated in the online application or a signed, dated letter of reference.
• Teacher Assessment Scores (e.g., Praxis II, etc.)
• Copy of Teaching License
• Complete Application Package - Applications for teaching positions will not be evaluated until complete packets (contains the following: transcripts, teaching licenses, teacher assessment scores, and references) are received. Applicants applying online may upload these documents into the on-line application. Completed applications not submitted online may be hand- delivered to the Nottoway County School Board Office, located at 10321 East Colonial Trail Hwy, Crewe VA or mailed to the care of Melissa Chamberlain, PO Box 47, Nottoway VA 23955.
• Successful outcomes of the following background investigations/tests are required before any offer of employment can be finalized:

oFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation

oState Police Criminal History Investigation

oChild Protective Services (CPS) Investigation

oTuberculosis Screening/Test

Nottoway County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements; however, the administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.

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