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Schenectady City School District
Anticipated Elementary Librarian
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We are looking for a library media specialist who understands the needs of students at the elementary level (developmental and academic) and has a passionate and tireless commitment to ensuring that all students learn. We are looking for someone who understands that: Today's school libraries serve as the hub of the school therefore ability to develop, maintain, and sustain relationships and partnerships with colleagues and the community are essential. This position will be an essential part of the school community and will develop a strong library program for all students and staff in the building. Librarians serve as tech support in our buildings and are seen as innovators in the implementation of technology in our schools. Librarians must maintain the library for effective distribution/circulation of materials, coordination of services, and effective instruction for building staff and students. Knowledge of how the library supports/maintains growth in student achievement and tireless commitment to that effort. Knowledge of differentiating for a variety of learning needs (both adult learners and child learners). In depth knowledge of the learning standards, especially in the area of complex texts and close reading. Librarians teach essential skills such as: Microsoft office programs, database research, internet research skills, source evaluation tools, library catalog search and resource retrieval, keyboarding, reading skills, literature/non-fiction appreciation. Facilitate student (and adult) access to information-rich resources for research Encourage students to explore the world around them through print and online resources Serve as teacher resource through collaboration on Next Generation aligned curriculum. Knowledge of enrichment education research using the learning standards (Technology & Innovation in Education) The candidate should be: Intelligent Hard-working Lifelong learner Friendly and open-minded Enthusiastic and passionate Unwilling to give up on students Job Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelors or Masters Degree. Current New York State teaching license in required content area.