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School Librarian - Westfield, MA

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Posted by GSLIS, August 25, 2008
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SCHOOL LIBRARIAN (Grades 6 - 8)

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Certified as Library Media Specialist, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Education.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Commensurate with Unit A contract.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of authorized administrators shall:

  1. Be responsible (with involvement of faculty in recommendations) for the selection and processing of all print and non-print materials, computer software, and updating the collection as well as telecommunication needs
  2. Provide each student with an enriched library environment containing a wide variety and range of materials that will incite intellectual probing, growth, and to aid all students in acquiring the skills needed to take full advantage of library resources
  3. Assist faculty in the selection and location of materials and operation of technology as well as training staff who shall assist in this objective
  4. Advise the school administration concerning the effective supervision, utilization, and maintenance of the library, and developing necessary budgets.
  5. Work with teachers in planning those assignments likely to lead to extended use of the technology and library resources
  6. Help students to develop habits of independent reference work and to develop skill in use of reference materials along with the technology in relation to planned assignments
  7. Inform teachers and other staff members concerning new materials the library acquires
  8. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the building principal or the Superintendent of Schools

SALARY: The salary will be in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield Public Schools Unit A salary schedule.

EVALUATION: Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Westfield School Committee’s policy on evaluation.

EFFECTIVE DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: As soon as possible after appointment.

APPLICATIONS:

  1. Will be in the form of a letter and/or resume.
  2. Will include a copy of certification, transcript or placement folder and three (3)current letters of reference.
  3. All applications and credentials should be submitted to:
    Mr. Stephen A. Hagen
    Director of Human Resources
    22 Ashley Street
    Westfield, MA 01085
    up to and including Friday, August 29, 2008 at 4:00 p.m.

Westfield Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer