Elementary Librarian

Ascension Parish School Board

Job Description

I. JOB TITLE: Librarian JOB TYPE: 206 / 208 POSITION REPORTS TO: Principal PAY GRADE: T-2 FLSA STATUS: Exempt ASSIGNMENT PERIOD 192 Days

II. SUMMARY OF POSITION'S PURPOSE

Maintains the library and/or media center with a wide variety of library materials and media resources.

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION - Bachelor's degree. Type A, B, C or Level 1, 2, or 3. Louisiana teaching certificate. State certification as Librarian and/or Media Specialist. Additional criteria as established by the School Board.

IV. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

• Align library services to support the school's reading and instructional programs and literacy activities.

• Supervises students in use of library and materials.

• Provides guidance for independent reading endeavors.

• Prepares book talks and exhibits.

• Presents group discussions on use of the library.

• Schedules the use of the library with the principal's approval.

• Assists in the implementation of school improvement initiatives.

• Provides supplemental materials to teachers for units of work.

B. INFORMATION ACCESS

• Selects and maintains a balanced collection of literacy materials, both fiction and nonfiction, print and non-print, for students and teachers.

• Prepares and submits orders for State Department of Education.

• Receives parish monies and orders supplies through established procedures.

• Orders materials from resource agencies on a free or loan basis, at the request of teachers (excluding vendor previews).

• Provides reserve materials at teacher's request.

• Assists faculty in selection of materials.

• Utilizes current technological resources as they relate to instruction and library management.

C. PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR

• Assists in the inventory of textbooks as directed by the principal.

• Issues equipment to teachers and, at the librarian's discretion and principal's approval, to students.

• Establishes procedures for inventory.

• Coordinates the repair of audio-visual equipment.

• Collects and processes fines for lost or damaged materials through established office procedures.

• Processes materials for library use.

• Maintains database.

• Establishes circulation procedures.

• Notifies students and teachers of new materials.

• Prepares reports as needed for Southern Association, State Department of Education and federal agencies such as Title V funding sources.

• Assists teachers in equipment operation and use.

D. FACILITIES

• Arranges library to encourage simultaneous use by groups and individuals.

• Ensures that the library is maintained and cleaned.

E. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Opens the library and/or media center during the school day.

• Participates in faculty meetings, extra-curricular activities, and school functions.

• Participates in special programs and activities.

• Implements emergency procedures established by the school.

• Ensures that the confidentiality of student and employee records is maintained.

• Attends professional meetings.

• Maintains a professional demeanor and provides courteous and prompt service to all patrons including students, parents, co-workers, etc. Schedules and/or attends conferences with parents. Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional manner to develop cooperative relationships and to ensure that student and employee records confidentiality is assured.

• Identifies opportunities and recommends methods to improve instruction, service, work processes and financial performance, e.g. expense management. Assists in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.

• Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service. Orients new co-workers and actively supports teamwork to support and enhance the curriculum.

• Performs other duties as required

NOTE: This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to

be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The Ascension Parish School Board reserves the right to

change this description at its discretion.

V. SIGNATURES:

Supervisor

Date Employee

Date

This job description was approved by the Ascension Parish School Board on: June 21, 2011.