Teacher Librarian - WHS
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Elementary School, Special Education Teacher, Academic
Teacher Librarian - WHS
Waukee Community School District Waukee High School
- Waukee, Iowa Open in Google Maps
Job : 5801278
Final date to receive applications: Jul 03, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Jun 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Job DescriptionPosition Criteria:
- Valid Iowa Teaching License, required
- 5-12 Teacher Librarian endorsement OR K-12 Master’s in School Librarianship, required
- Experience working with high school level learners, preferred
Performance Criteria:
- Flexible, highly motivated, and enthusiastic about working with children
- Plan and facilitate lessons and experiences that promote reading, information literacy, and love for learning. This may include book clubs, reading challenges, author visits, and other engaging activities.
- Demonstrate effective classroom management in routines and procedures that lead to a positive learning environment that promotes student achievement
- Apply knowledge of a variety of developmentally appropriate instruction and formative assessment strategies to the growth of students of all ability levels
- Help students with book selections and foster a positive and inclusive library environment.
- Work closely with teachers and other educators, associates, and/or volunteers to support instruction, develop interdisciplinary projects, and promote a culture of reading and inquiry.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the elements of a PLC in order to contribute and engage with the PLC
- Demonstrate experience and proven ability in working with and growing diverse learners which include but are not limited to those served by Special Education, ELP, ESOL, and other programming
- Display a willingness to collaborate with instructional coaches and other district leaders
- Collaborate with teachers to integrate information literacy skills into the curriculum.
- Teach students how to find, evaluate, and use information effectively and responsibly
- Provide students with research assistance
- Incorporate technology into library services, such as digital resources, online catalogs, and educational apps that enhance learning experiences.
- Advocate for the importance of the library in the school community, highlighting its role in fostering literacy, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.
- Select and acquire books, digital resources, and other materials suitable for secondary students.
- Regularly purchase and weed books to ensure a diverse, up to date, and age-appropriate collection that aligns with the curriculum.
- Catalog new materials, maintain an organized and accessible library layout, and implement systems to help students and staff locate resources easily.
- Manage library budget, oversee circulation systems, process new materials, and handle administrative tasks related to the library's day-to-day operations.
- Conduct an inventory of the school library collection and equipment annually at the end of the academic school year to ensure an accurate catalog.
- Stay updated on new literature, educational technologies, and library trends through professional development opportunities.
- Articulate effectively in oral and written communications
- Commit to ongoing professional growth and development as described in the Iowa Professional Development Standards and support of the Iowa Teaching Standards as the foundation from which to build that ongoing growth plan.
- IPERS retirement account
- 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) -$50 per month contribution for certified staff
- Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost)
- Generous leave package including personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave
- Work shoe reimbursement, up to $175 (dependent on work shoe required and position)
- Employee use of District Facilities if a part of the Wellness program
- Wee Care
- Childcare available at a cost for 6mos - 5y for staff's children - Mileage is reimbursed for approved work-related travel in your personal vehicle completed during scheduled work hours
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $57,200 Per Year
Job Categories: Student Services >
Librarian/Media Specialist
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- Judi Roland , Principal
- Waukee High School
- Phone:
- Email: jlutherroland
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