Elementary​/Middle School Librarian

Description

Holy Family Catholic School is seeking an Elementary/Middle School Librarian for the  school year. The Elementary/Middle School Librarian fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by planning, guiding, and evaluating the effectiveness of the school library and media center. The Librarian provides the appropriate learning atmosphere and activities designed to support the school’s instructional program. The Librarian has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with school policies.

The position is hired and evaluated by the Principal.

The principal is the visible foundation of the school which the Bishop has entrusted to the principal. The principal makes Christ’s mission present and enduring in the school. In order to fulfill this mission, the principal employs suitable, chosen collaborators. The principal shares with them Christ’s mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Positions employed in the school help to extend the ministry of the principal in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the principal in the performance of the principal’s ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Plans, develops, and implements a comprehensive K-8 library program aligned with school mission, curriculum standards, and educational best practices
• Establishes library operating hours and ensures appropriate staffing for all open hours
• Oversees circulation desk operations and ensures proper coverage during all library operating hours including mornings, recess periods, and after-school times
• Reviews and approves all charges and fees for lost or damaged materials
• Plans class lessons for students that are grade appropriate including information literacy, research skills, and digital citizenship for middle school grades.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers to integrate library resources and research skills into curriculum units
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and other professionals
• Oversees support staff and volunteers to ensure the effective implementation of the library programs including lessons, circulation of books and materials, and other special programs.
• Encourages the use of the library by faculty and students
• Follows school policies in selecting materials
• Organizes and supervises the circulation of library materials
• Provides library services and materials to meet the needs of teachers and students
• Establishes library policies and procedures
• Selects and orders books, periodicals, vertical file material, picture collections, audiovisual hardware and software, appropriate computer programs, materials for professional collection with approval of the principal
• Maintains library records, statistics, and database
• Weeds the materials collection
• Selects the materials for rebinding and repair
• Supervises shelf reading, takes inventory, and keeps the library in order
• Provides an opportunity for teacher and student participation in the selection of library materials
• Ensures volume number and references are in compliance with accreditation standards
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
• Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning
• Conferences with parents upon request and responds to messages in a timely manner
• Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs
• Prepares publicity, displays, and bulletin board materials
• Coordinates local book fair and other fundraising activities related to the library

• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
• Knowledge of child development, learning,…