School Library Leader & Resource Specialist

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking a qualified school librarian to supervise the district library and support teachers with instructional materials.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and state licensure as a School Librarian or Unified Media Specialist, with enrollment in a licensure program acceptable. The successful candidate will collaborate with principals, teachers and students to enhance curriculum and foster information literacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree preferred.
• Massachusetts Department of Education licensure as School Librarian or Unified Media Specialist, or in the licensure process.
• Candidates with licensure in Elementary Education and knowledge of library operations may be considered but must enroll in licensure as Unified Media Specialist soon.
• Recent preparation, or coursework, in contemporary methods and materials in library science.
• Ability to work with principals, classroom teachers, parents and students.
• Willingness to do professional reading 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 materials to supplement instruction.
• Informs staff about new library materials.
• Maintains cataloging system and teaches use to staff and students.
• Arranges interlibrary loan of materials.
• Works with teachers on assignments to extend library use.
• Promotes appropriate conduct of students in library.
• Helps students develop independent reference skills.
• Presents materials to classes on invitation of teachers.
• Participates in curriculum meetings.
• Arranges book displays and exhibits for patrons.
• Prepares and administers the library budget.
• Supervises library aides.
• Participates in professional associations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional development

Research literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Massachusetts licensure

Enrollment in licensure program

Recent library science coursework

Job description

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking a qualified school librarian to supervise the district library and support teachers with instructional materials.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and state licensure as a School Librarian or Unified Media Specialist, with enrollment in a licensure program acceptable. The successful candidate will collaborate with principals, teachers and students to enhance curriculum and foster information literacy.