Librarian

Librarian

Chelmsford Public Schools McCarthy Middle School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Job : 5726416
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: May 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $61,142 to $114,820 Per Year

• Teach students responsible research practices, project creation skills, digital literacy, and the effective and ethical use of technology.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate research and information literacy skills into the middle school curriculum.
• Partner with faculty to design inquiry-based lessons, units, and learning activities that support curriculum goals.
• Work with the Curriculum Coordinator to develop and refine the Middle School research scope and sequence.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and school improvement initiatives.
• Foster a culture of reading for both pleasure and academic growth through formal and informal programming.
• Help students navigate the digital landscape safely and thoughtfully by teaching website and generative AI evaluation strategies, media literacy, and critical thinking skills.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Curate, organize, and maintain a diverse and developmentally appropriate collection of print and digital resources, including books, e-books, audiovisual materials, and online databases.
• Assist students and faculty in locating, evaluating, and interpreting information resources.
• Inform teachers, students, and administrators about new materials, technologies, and services that support instructional and informational needs.
• Maintain efficient library organization and retrieval systems to ensure accessible and accurate resource management.
• Manage access to library collections and digital resources through the library catalog and website.
• Recommend age-appropriate literature and collaborate with teachers to strengthen classroom and independent reading collections.
• Serve at the library circulation and reference desk while fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for the school community.

• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree required; appropriate DESE licensure as a School Librarian required.
  • Demonstrated academic and/or school library experience, particularly with children and adolescents.
  • Experience designing and implementing library and information literacy curriculum for middle school learners.
  • Passion for working with children and contributing positively to school life.
  • Demonstrated cultural competency and the ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • Strong collaborative skills and a commitment to professional growth within a team environment.
  • Willingness to contribute to the broader school community beyond the classroom or library setting.
  • Strong interest in and aptitude for information technology and digital learning tools.
  • Knowledge of children’s and young adult literature.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with library automation systems, digital resource management platforms, and technologies that support library services.
  • Ability to approach work with optimism, professionalism, flexibility, kindness, energy, and a sense of humor.
  • Commitment to continuous professional learning and growth.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

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