K-8 Teacher- School Librarian

ST VILLE ELEMENTARY; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ST VILLE ELEMENTARY in Harvey, Louisiana seeks a K-8 Teacher-Library Media Specialist to enrich the curriculum with print and digital resources and to support students and staff in library skills and research.

The role includes selecting materials, cataloging, maintaining the card catalog, and coordinating audio-visual equipment, while encouraging lifelong reading habits and collaboration with faculty.

Qualifications

• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate.
• School Librarian Certification.
• Ability to communicate in standard English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction in library skills.
• Provides individual assistance to students doing research.
• Selects materials for the library with input from teachers.
• Maintains the library catalog and circulation records.
• Coordinates maintenance of audio-visual equipment within budget.

Skills

Library instruction

Research assistance

Cataloging

Public speaking

Education

Louisiana Teaching Certificate

School Librarian Certification

Tools

Telephone

Microcomputer

P.A. system

Video equipment

Job description

K-8 Teacher- School Librarian

Jefferson Parish Schools ST VILLE ELEMENTARY - Harvey, Louisiana Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5865690
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Description

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Selects and organizes materials (print and non-print) to enrich and support the curriculwn by making these materials available to students and staff.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides instruction in library skills.
• Provides individual assistance to students doing research work.
• Selects materials for the library with input from teachers.
• Possesses and catalogues materials (print and non-print) for circulation.
• Maintains card catalog.
• Keeps students and teachers informed concerning the arrival of new materials.
• Develops a library use schedule with the approval of the principal.
• Does minor book repairs and sends books in need of major repairs to bindery.
• Coordinates the maintenance of audio-visual equipment within the budgetary limit.
• Coordinates the use of audio-visual equipment.
• Inventories library materials periodically (yearly if necessary).
• Acts as a resource in the development of bibliographies.
• Encourages positive life time reading habits in students.
• Maintains the library as a center of learning activities in the school.
• Participates in staff development.
• Prepares reports as required.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the principal.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED:

• The teacher will work in a school setting, climate controlled environment adhering to School Board energy policy and in the outside areas which are subject to climate extremes.
• Work day consists of hours at assigned school site according to bargaining unit agreement.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• A certified librarian must be able to communicate in standard English both orally and in writing.
• Communication must be commensurate with age and skill of listener.
• Must have ability to accurately give and receive information via tele-communication system.
• Must be able to communicate successfully and pleasantly with the public.
• Must be able to accurately compile and access data, summarize information and provide written report to supervisor.
• Must have ability to represent school system at various public functions.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Telephone, typewriter, micro computer, facsimile machine, calculator, copy machine, printers, folding machines, intercom and P.A. systems, audio-visual equipment and distance learning equipment.

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, running, observing and monitoring student behavior in all facets of the school environment is required during the work day.
• Must be able to operate all library equipment.
• Reaching, bending, lifting 10 pounds is sometimes required as well as the physical restraint of another person or persons.
• Ability to provide own transportation to school, work location(s) and meeting sites.
• Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Must be able to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students.
• Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.
• Must keep accurate, up-to-date library records.
• Must be able to comply with state and parish regulations.
• Must be able to utilize effective classroom anagement techniques.

HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT:

• Must be able to work compatibly in group settings.
• Must serve as a resource to administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents and community.
• Must be able to respond positively to supervision and to accept suggestions for improvement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
• School Librarian Certification

Compensation:

• JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
• JPSchoolsalso offers a competitive benefits package.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• LEIGH ANN CHIASSON , __EXEC DIR SCHOOL SUPPORT ELEM
• ST VILLE ELEMENTARY
• Email: [e-mail]

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