Teacher - Librarian

Douglas County School District RE-1

Highlands Ranch, CO - Acres Green Elementary

Application Deadline

Apply By Aug 13th, 2014

Wages

$38,000.00 to $62,000.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Castle Rock, CO

Hours

37.50

MLS

Preferred

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

School (K-12)

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Job Description

Promotes and coordinates the use of instructional resources, technology, and equipment which will enrich
the curriculum, stimulate growth, and challenge students in their research, study, and lifelong learning.
Ensures the effective use of information, and empowers students to be critical thinkers, readers, skillful
researchers, effective communicators, and ethical users of information. Collaborates with classroom and
content teachers to design and implement lessons and units of instruction and assesses student learning
and instructional effectiveness to ensure World Class Outcomes and Targets, the 4C’s, and 21st century
skills integration. Provides the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school library
program is aligned with the mission, goals, and objectives of the school and the school district, and is an
integral component of the learning/instructional program.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school library program supports student
learning and is aligned with the mission, goals, and World Class outcomes of the school and the school
district
Assume an active, responsible leadership role in departmental, faculty, curriculum, differentiation, 21st
century learning, content standards, and other decision-making teams in the school
Create learning opportunities at the building and district level collaboratively to ensure that the full
range of literacy skills (information, media, visual, digital, global, and technology literacy) are included
to meet content standards and develop World Class learners
Systematically integrate information literacy, 21st century learning skills, and technology that
incorporate multiple literacies into content areas through collaborative planning and co-teaching with
classroom teachers
Collaborate with classroom teachers to support the design and implementation of formative, interim,
and summative assessments to analyze and evaluate World Class outcomes and students’ 21st century
skills to differentiate and improve instruction
Collaboratively plan World Class learning experiences by providing group and individual instruction
that fosters critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity
Promote and provide literacy support and advocate reading for World Class learning
Provide and plan professional development opportunities within the school and district in collaboration
with leadership and staff on new resource information, copyright and fair use updates, and district
Licensed Teacher – Librarian 1library media policies
Research, identify, evaluate and incorporate new information-based technologies as appropriate in the
teaching and learning environment to supplement school resources, connect the school with the global
learning community, communicate with students and teachers, and provide access to library services
Integrate and promote instructional technology, print resources, electronic databases, and online
resources to meet teacher and student needs and improve learning
Instruct students in the ethical use of information and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining
intellectual freedom
Understand copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property in order to promote and encourage
the ethical use of information by students and staff
Instruct students in the ethical use of social media and plan educationally meaningful ways to
incorporate social networking into learning
Research and network with global experts to provide real time web-conferencing opportunities for
learning
Instruct students in processes for evaluation of resources
Create a digital learning commons and maintain frequent and timely communication to stakeholders
through this learning commons website, newsletters, e-mail, and other formats providing ubiquitous
24/7 access to information and resources
Maintain and develop a library collection in accordance with district policy that is up-to-date, and
aligned to the DCSD World Class learning outcomes, learners’ needs, teaching styles, and instructional
strategies used within the school community by acquiring current print and electronic resources
Train and supervise technology assistants, classified librarians, clerks, volunteers, and student staff in
the performance of their duties; provide input to their evaluators.
Create a learning commons environment that is inviting, flexible, accessible, stimulating, and
conducive to individual and collaborative learning
Plan and coordinate school-wide special programs and initiatives for literacy, 21st Century Skills, and
technology
Prepare and administer the library budget, including general and categorical funds to support specific
program goals; select, purchase, process, distribute and inventory print, electronic resources, and other
media-related resources to support the school’s instructional program
Develop and implement policies and procedures for the organization of the Library Media
Center/Learning Commons resources and equipment to assure resources are available when needed
Licensed Teacher – Librarian 2Conduct ongoing research and evaluation to compile, maintain, and analyze essential records, data, and
statistics of the learning commons operations for continuous program improvement
Manage a computer-based circulation system
Research and implement guiding principles for a learning commons environment through professional
associations, study, and research
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested


POSITION REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING
● Masters degree in field of Library Science with at least 1 year of classroom experience.
● Masters degree in related field such as Information and Learning Technology with School Library
or Teacher Librarian Endorsement is also accepted with at least 1 year of classroom experience.
● Masters degree in related field such as Curriculum and Instruction, or English with School
Library or Teacher Librarian Endorsement is also accepted with at least 1 year of classroom
experience.


MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of classroom experience preferred
One (1) to three (3) years working in a school library preferred


SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and
comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
Familiarity with technology and software
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS


Is flexible
Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers
Has the ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision
Has the ability to effectively communicate with the school district community
Has the ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the
essential functions of the job
Maintains a generally positive attitude
Observes all District policies and procedures


LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION
Licensed Teacher – Librarian 3Valid Colorado Teaching License with School Librarian or Teacher Librarian Endorsement required or
working towards acquiring endorsement.


ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Mostly clean and comfortable


ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
● Ability to walk, kneel, stoop, reach on a frequent basis
● Ability to carry burdens up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis
● Requires prolonged standing or sitting
● Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity
● Requires ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols
● Requires ability to file alphabetically, chronologically, and numerically
● Requires use of office equipment, including computers, telephones, and photocopiers
● Requires normal vision range


SUPERVISORY DUTIES - None

HR Info

All interested applicants should apply online at:  https://www.dcsdk12.org/careers

Posted Aug 7, 2014