Position : Librarian
Responsibilities :
- Demonstrate a love for God and His children.
- Incorporate a Biblical worldview into every part of the day.
- Create a library culture and environment that is Christ-centered, welcoming, friendly, filled with joy, curiosity, and care.
- Curate, organize, and maintain a developmentally appropriate library collection, including books, periodicals, and digital resources.
- Ensure materials reflect diverse cultures and perspectives, and align with the school’s Christian principles.
- Maintain accurate records of circulation and inventory.
- Teach library and research skills to students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
- Collaborate with teachers to integrate library resources into the classroom curriculum.
- Encourage a love of reading through engaging read-alouds, book talks, and reading challenges.
- Teach and promote digital citizenship, guiding students to use media and information responsibly.
- Assist students in developing research and critical thinking skills using print and online sources.
- Plan and promote literacy events such as book fairs, author visits, and reading nights.
- Communicate regularly with staff about library programs and resources. Communicate regularly with families about library programming and how to support reading at home.
- Actively participate as a member of the school community by attending events, staff meetings, discipleship, and other opportunities.
- Establish clear expectations and procedures to maintain a welcoming library environment, ensuring everyone feels safe while safeguarding the library space.
- Demonstrate a commitment to personal, professional, and spiritual growth.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the principal.
Qualifications and Attributes :
A professing Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and is committed to Christ- centered education.Cultural competence and dedication to urban Christian education.Bachelor’s degree or higherTeacher or librarian certification is preferred.Previous experience in a school library and PK-8 setting.Must be physically and mentally able to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.Have a track record of holding high expectations for every student and faithfully working to foster students’ love for reading, development, and achievement.To apply, please complete the faculty application on the school’s website or click the following link : Faculty Application
Tagged as : Elementary
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