Librarian - All Levels (Anticipated Openings 2025-2026)

Springfield Public Schools MA; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking Librarian - All Levels for anticipated openings 2025-2026. The role reports to principals and involves supervising the school library, selecting materials, and supporting classrooms throughout the district.

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and Massachusetts licensure or in process. Strong collaboration with teachers and commitment to equity and student learning are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred.
• Licensed as a School Librarian or Unified Media Specialist (all grades) by the Massachusetts Department of Education, or in the process of licensure.
• Candidates with licensure in Elementary Education may be considered but must document enrollment for licensure as Unified Media Specialist.
• Recent preparation, or coursework, in contemporary methods and materials in the field of library science.
• Ability to work with principals, classroom teachers, parents and students.
• Willingness to do professional reading of research and attend meetings to stay current in library operations.

Responsibilities

• Be directly responsible to the Principals.
• Operates and supervises the school library.
• Evaluates, selects, and requisitions new library materials.
• Assists teachers in selecting books and instructional materials, and makes them available to supplement instruction.
• Informs teachers and staff about new library materials.
• Maintains a cataloging system and teaches its use to teachers and students.
• Arranges interlibrary loan of materials with focus on teacher needs.
• Plans assignments likely to extend use of library resources.
• Promotes appropriate conduct of students using library facilities.
• Helps students develop independent reference skills and use of reference materials.
• Presents and discusses materials with classes on invitation of teachers.
• Participates in curriculum meetings.
• Arranges book displays and exhibits to interest patrons.
• Prepares and administers the library budget.
• Supervises library aides in duties.
• Participates in library and educational associations at multiple levels.
• Supervises clerical routines for smooth operation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Massachusetts licensure or in progress

Unified Media Specialist licensure (all grades)

Knowledge of library operations

Contemporary methods in library science

Job description

Librarian - All Levels (Anticipated Openings 2025-2026)

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Job Details

Job ID: 4979310
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 10, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DUTIES:

• 1.Be directly responsible to the Principals.
• 2.Operates and supervises the school library.
• 3.Evaluates, selects, and requisitions new library materials.
• 4.Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials, and make library materials available to supplement the instructional program.
• 5.Informs teachers and other staff members concerning new materials the library acquires.
• 6.Maintains a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all library materials, and instructs teachers and students on use of the system.
• 7.Arranges for interlibrary loan of materials of interest or use to teachers.
• 8.Works with teachers in planning those assignments likely to lead to extended use of library resources.
• 9.Promotes appropriate conduct of students using library facilities.
• 10.Helps students to develop habits of independent reference work and to develop skill in the use of reference materials in relation to planned assignments.
• 11.Presents and discusses materials with a class studying a particular topic, on the invitation of the teacher.
• 12.Participates in curriculum meetings.
• 13.Arranges frequently changing book-related displays and exhibits likely to interest the library’s patrons.
• 14.Prepares and administers the library budget.
• 15.Supervises library aides in the performance of their duties.
• 16.Participants actively in library and other educational and professional associations on the local, regional, state, and national level.
• 17.Supervises the clerical routines necessary for the smooth operation of the library.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1.Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred.
• 2.Licensed as a School Librarian or Unified Media Specialist (all grades) by the Massachusetts Department of Education, or in the process of licensure.
• 3.Candidates with licensure by the Massachusetts Department of Education in Elementary Education and knowledgeable of library operations MAY be considered for the position but MUST document formal enrollment as soon as possible into an accredited program leading to licensure as a Unified Media Specialist by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• 4.Recent preparation, or coursework, in contemporary methods and materials in the field of library science.
• 5.Ability to work with principals, classroom teachers, parents and students.
• 6.A willingness to do professional reading of research and to attend meetings designed to keep up to date in library operations.

About our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3 rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Join a team that Empowers Educators

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in “Grow our Own” and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at [e-mail] .

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator,[e-mail] , the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights athttps://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr , or both.

Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel of Legal Services, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55325, [e-mail] .

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website,www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer [e-mail]

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Carmen Molina-Figueroa , Human Resource Analyst
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Phone: [phone] Ext. 553940
• Email: [e-mail]

Position Type: FT - School Year
Salary: $54,541 to $88,258 BU Salary Schedule
Job Categories:
Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist