Librarian

Shelby County Schools; Memphis, Vollentine (TN, NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis-Shelby County Schools seeks dynamic educational leaders committed to transforming education for over 110,000 students. Candidates must demonstrate innovative thinking and the ability to mobilize teams to achieve ambitious outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Tennessee certificate.
• Requires physical and mental capability for responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional instruction for student development.
• Prepare students for success in the 21st century.

Skills

Courageous Thinking

Solutions-Oriented

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Purpose and Scope

OVERVIEW

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is seeking dynamic educational champions ready to position our district as a national exemplar of education transformation. We need leaders with a fierce commitment to actualizing a bold vision that yields ambitious outcomes for more than 110,000 students and families across the Memphis-Shelby County area. The most successful candidates believe that more is possible for Memphis and are:

• Courageous Thinkers & Doers: Prepared to navigate and thrive in a complex and ambiguous environment on day one, present innovative ideas to address systemwide issues, and execute sustainable plans toward transformation.
• Solutions-Oriented: See the possibilities, demonstrate the capacity to synthesize information and adjust short and long-term goals, and consistently find a window when doors close to deliver measurable results for kids and families.
• High-Performing Gamechangers: Leaders of leaders with the capacity to mobilize and empower an outstanding team, make people-centered data-informed decisions, and operate with a relentless hyperfocus on removing stubborn barriers that hinder the hopes and dreams of many students.

Summary Description

This position is responsible for providing professional instruction designed to promote academic, social, physical, and skills development for students in specific grades or subject areas, preparing them to be successful citizens and workers in the 21st century.

Essential Job Functions

Requires a Bachelor's degree and endorsement in the grade/subject taught with a valid Tennessee certificate. Governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Code Annotated and the collective bargaining agreement. Must be physically and mentally capable of performing the responsibilities and duties of the position. (PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED)

Degree Equivalency Formula:

Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years plus required years of experience.

Master’s Degree = 6 years plus required years of experience.