SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Selects and organizes materials (print and non-print) to enrich and support the curriculwn by making these materials available to students and staff.

 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides instruction in library skills.


• Provides individual assistance to students doing research work.


• Selects materials for the library with input from teachers.


• Possesses and catalogues materials (print and non-print) for circulation.


• Maintains card catalog.


• Keeps students and teachers informed concerning the arrival of new materials.


• Develops a library use schedule with the approval of the principal.


• Does minor book repairs and sends books in need of major repairs to bindery.


• Coordinates the maintenance of audio-visual equipment within the budgetary limit.


• Coordinates the use of audio-visual equipment.


• Inventories library materials periodically (yearly if necessary).


• Acts as a resource in the development of bibliographies.


• Encourages positive life time reading habits in students.


• Maintains the library as a center of learning activities in the school.


• Participates in staff development.


• Prepares reports as required.


• Performs all other duties as assigned by the principal.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED:

• The teacher will work in a school setting, climate controlled environment adhering to School Board energy policy and in the outside areas which are subject to climate extremes.


• Work day consists of hours at assigned school site according to bargaining unit agreement.

 

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• A certified librarian must be able to communicate in standard English both orally and in writing.


• Communication must be commensurate with age and skill of listener.


• Must have ability to accurately give and receive information via tele-communication system.


• Must be able to communicate successfully and pleasantly with the public.


• Must be able to accurately compile and access data, summarize information and provide written report to supervisor.


• Must have ability to represent school system at various public functions.

 

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Telephone, typewriter, micro computer, facsimile machine, calculator, copy machine, printers, folding machines, intercom and P.A. systems, audio-visual equipment and distance learning equipment.

 

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, running, observing and monitoring student behavior in all facets of the school environment is required during the work day.


• Must be able to operate all library equipment.


• Reaching, bending, lifting 10 pounds is sometimes required as well as the physical restraint of another person or persons.


• Ability to provide own transportation to school, work location(s) and meeting sites.


• Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Must be able to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students.


• Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.


• Must keep accurate, up-to-date library records.


• Must be able to comply with state and parish regulations.


• Must be able to utilize effective classroom anagement techniques.

HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT:

• Must be able to work compatibly in group settings.


• Must serve as a resource to administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents and community.


• Must be able to respond positively to supervision and to accept suggestions for improvement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate


• School Librarian Certification

Compensation:

• JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.  


• JP Schools also offers a competitive benefits package.