School Librarian

FLSA:Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

As set forth in Louisiana Standards for State Certification of School Personnel (Bulletin 746)

REPORTS TO: School Principal

SUPERVISES: Library Aide

JOB GOAL: To provide a school library media center that will offer a comprehensive

program of services and activities for those served by the school

TERM: Nine Months

SALARY: Nine Month Teacher Salary Schedule

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. To evaluate, select, and maintain an appropriate collection of media for the use of students, faculty, and staff

II. To maintain a collection of professional books and other instructional materials for faculty and staff

III. To assist teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials

IV. To inform students, teachers and other staff members concerning new materials the library media center acquires

V. To maintain a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all media materials and instructs teachers and students on the use of the system

VI. To work with teachers using planned assignments likely to lead to extended use of library

resources

VII. To cooperate with community librarians to encourage continued educational and cultural growth of students

VIII. To promote appropriate conduct of students using library facilities

IX. To teach basic library media skills to each grade so that the students will become independent in locating library materials

X. To help students to develop habits of independent reference work and to develop skills in the use of reference materials in relation to planned assignments

XI. To encourage the enjoyment of reading through the promotion of good literature

XII. To participate at curriculum meetings

XIII. To arrange frequently changed book-related displays and exhibits likely to interest the library's patron

XIV. To prepare and administer the library media budget

XV. To supervise library media aides and student assistants in the performance of their duties

XVI. To maintain the library, office and work areas in a neat, orderly condition

XVII. To routinely weed the library collection of books that are outdate, worn or otherwise considered unsatisfactory for the collection

XVIII. To establish and execute a professional growth and self-evaluation plan

XIX. To work effectively with school personnel and staff

XX. To consistently demonstrate self-direction

XXI. To submit accurate records and reports promptly

XXII. To exhibit professional ethics

XXIII. To foster open communication and positive relationships with school and personnel and staff

XXIV. To foster open communication and positive relationships with the community

XXV. To perform any additional duties assigned by the Superintendent and/or evaluator

Domains and Components will be used for teacher evaluation in conjunction with measures of student growth. Measures of student growth will be aligned with the Rapides Parish Personnel Evaluation Plan as outlined in the Louisiana Accountability System.

Domain 1:

Planning and Preparation

• 1C-Setting Instructional Outcomes

The teacher values, sequences and aligns curriculum enabling students to build their

understanding of important ideas from concept to concept.

The teacher designs and structures lessons so that learner outcomes are at an appropriate

cognitive level.

The teacher writes and plans multi-disciplinary outcomes for student learning, not student activity.

The teacher differentiates outcomes and instruction for students of varied abilities.

The teacher creates and/or uses a variety of assessment tools that are curriculum-aligned and challenging.

Domain 2:

The Classroom Environment

• 2C-Managing Classroom Procedures

The teacher helps students to develop skills to work purposefully and cooperatively in groups.

The teacher facilitates lessons that engage students in different types of activities-large groups, small groups and independent work.

The teacher ensures smooth functioning of all routines and maximizes instructional time.

Domain 3:

Instruction

• 3B-Questioning and Discussion Techniques

The teacher develops and presents questions that cause students to think and reflect; resulting in a deeper understanding of the topic.

The teacher promotes learning through discussion.

The teacher uses a range of techniques to ensure that all students contribute to the discussion and enlists the assistance of students to ensure this outcome.

Instruction

• 3C-Engaging Students in Learning

The teacher facilitates activities and assignments that promote learning and are aligned with the goals of the lesson.

The teacher groups students for instruction in a variety of ways using factors such as similar backgrounds, ability levels, as well as random groupings.

The teacher selects instructional materials suited to engaging students in understanding and learning at a deeper level.

The teacher delivers lessons that are appropriately structured and paced.

Instruction

• 3D-Using Assessment in Instruction

The teacher aligns assessment to the curriculum.

The teacher informs students of the criteria for assessment.

The teacher monitors student learning using a variety of techniques.

The teacher will provide valuable feedback in a timely, constructive and substantive manner.

The teacher will promote student self-assessment and student self-monitoring of their progress.

Professionalism Competency

The teacher demonstrates good attendance.

The teacher demonstrates a pattern of following local, district and state policies and procedures.

The individual demonstrates a pattern of interacting with students, colleagues, parents/guardians, and community members in a respectful manner.