Job Description
A Weld RE-4 Elementary District Librarian is responsible for managing school libraries and providing library and information services at multiple elementary buildings. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring that libraries are the welcoming heart of Weld RE-4 schools, where all come to learn, discover, create, and connect. An Elementary District Librarian collaborates with both school and district-level staff to integrate library resources, promote a love for reading, develop library systems, and foster literacy, research and information skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Provide leadership, structures, and expertise to ensure library programming and services support student learning and are aligned with the mission, vision, and goals of the school and the district.
- Oversee multiple elementary school libraries in partnership with building Library Aides, including organizing and maintaining the collection, managing circulation, and ensuring a welcoming and functional library environment.
- Demonstrate flexibility, creativity and responsiveness in meeting the needs of multiple buildings.
- Select and acquire library materials, including books, periodicals, and digital resources, based on the needs and interests of each school community.
- Stay current with children’s literature, literacy best practices, and library trends.
- Develop instruction, programs, and/or environments for students that support learning, discovery, creativity, and connection.
- Provide regular guidance and direction to building Library Aides, including setting goals & expectations, offering feedback, and training on library procedures and systems.
- Establish respectful, collaborative partnerships with school and district leaders, teachers, colleagues, students, families and community members.
- Strive to create library experiences that bring joy, inspiration and excitement.
- Exhibit curiosity and a growth mindset through participation in high-quality professional learning.
- Partner with district library services colleagues to ensure alignment and consistency districtwide.
- Manage library budgets and resources effectively.
- Attend work and arrive in a timely manner
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
Salary based on education and years of service. See salary schedule here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qU0DoUH3_HKTkSTnrDo_n-f553HoC1kT/view
Additional Info & Requirements
Bachelor's degree required, MLIS or Masters in related field preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of library or elementary education-related experience. Valid teaching license from the Colorado Department of Education OR MLIS required.
The Community
Our school district serves the Colorado communities of Windsor, Severance and parts of west Greeley, CO. Learn more about our school district here: https://weldre4.org/en-US/about-us-b838dbae
Links
External Job Ad
https://www.applitrack.com/weldre4/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=4580
Website
https://weldre4.org/
Human Resources / Job Listings
https://www.applitrack.com/weldre4/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1
HR Info
Please contact District Librarian Mollie Amundson with questions: mollie.amundson@weldre4.org