New England Jobline - School Library Position Archive

NOTE: Unless otherwise stated, all positions require an ALA accredited MLS. Send a letter of application, resume and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references. When applying for positions, please mention the jobline.

This listing is for the week ending November 21, 2008

11/21/08 Westwood, MA, Elementary Library Media Specialist (Long Term Substitute.)

QUAL: Certification: Massachusetts licensure as a School Library Media Teacher preferred. Library students will be considered.

DUTIES:

Instructional:

Provide formal and informal instruction in literature, information skills, the production of materials and the use of information and instructional technologies as related to the curriculum, in cooperation with faculty.
Provide special book collections or subject bibliographies as needed.

Administrative:

Operate the LMC in accordance with existing established policies and procedures.
Record requests for purchase of instructional materials made by teachers.
Inform faculty of instructional materials received.
Direct and supervise circulation procedures, maintain Spectrum Circ/Cat materials management system, including access to Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC).

Technical:

Catalog and process print and non-print material or import electronic records provided by vendors, using Spectrum Circ/Cat electronic materials management system as required.
Provide for continuous inventory of all materials and equipment.
Provide equipment and materials for production of audio, video and electronic presentations in cooperation with the Instructional Technology Specialist.
Provide facilities and expertise in production to teachers and students.
Organize the physical facilities necessary for a successful media program.

Reports to: Director of Library Media Services and Building Principal
Duration: February 23, 2009 - April 17, 2009

SALARY: Not stated.

TO APPLY: Please send letter of application, resume, three (3) letters of reference and a copy of teaching license to:
Mr. John Antonucci, Superintendent
Westwood Public Schools
220 Nahatan Street
Westwood, Massachusetts 02090

DEADLINE: Closing Date December 5, 2008.

11/21/08 Cambridge, MA, Library Media Specialist (Extended Term Substitute), Teachers' Resource Center at Cambridge Rindge & Latin High School Cambridge Public Schools.

QUAL: Certified, MLS or School Library certification candidate eligible to be certified, or recently retired high school library media specialist highly desirable; would also consider certified high school teacher with experience in offering professional development . Experience in urban high school setting highly desirable; familiarity with PC and Mac platforms and automated library catalog; strong interpersonal and outreach skills.

DUTIES: Under supervision of the Library/Media Department Coordinator, the TRC library media specialist will provide services to administrators, teachers, and other staff to support curricular and professional development needs. Some flexibility in determining work schedule.

January 25th - May 1st, 2009
Areas of focus for 12 - week position:
Management/supervision: Maintain a welcoming facility for workshops, individual work and meetings; maintain supplies and instructional materials for teachers; facilitate access to print, video and online resources, computer and multimedia equipment; provide reference services and conduct research for teachers and administrators. Foster collaboration among staff and assist in the implementation of 9-12 learning expectations in content areas through individual and group projects that integrate the use of technology. Supervise full-time technical assistant and part-time paraprofessional.

Collection Development/Professional Development: Collaborate with Instructional Coaches and Professional Development Teacher Coach to develop, coordinate and facilitate workshops as well as further develop Department-based resource collection.

SALARY: Not stated.

TO APPLY: Applicants must first register with the CPS Online Application system. www.cpsd.us Employment Opportunities, then apply for this position listed in Temporary Employment Opportunities.

DEADLINE: Not stated.

This listing is for the week ending November 14, 2008

11/14/08 Dedham, MA, Substitute Elementary Librarian, Dedham Public Schools.

QUAL: Open to all qualified candidates. The prime consideration is to obtain the best possible candidate for the position.

DUTIES: Anticipated time period December 9, 2008 through February 9, 2009.

SALARY: Not stated.

TO APPLY: Please forward resume and reference letters, to:

Donna Kahler, Administrative Assistant

Dedham Public Schools, Administration Offices

100 Whiting Avenue

Dedham, MA 02027-0246

Equal Opportunity Employer

No candidate will be considered unless the following information is available:

Current résumé
Three current professional letters of reference

The Dedham School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin or handicap in its educational activities or employment practices.

DEADLINE: November 26, 2008.

There is no Jobline listing for November 7, 2008.

This listing is for the week ending October 31, 2008

10/31/08 Chestnut Hill, MA, Temp Librarian, Beaver Country Day School.

QUAL: Beaver Country Day School is seeking a temporary full-time librarian. The ideal candidate will be motivated, a strong problem solver, and excited about using technology to disseminate information. In addition, they must have experience with bibliographic instruction and core collection development.

M.L.S. degree or pursuing an MLS degree from an accredited library school;
Knowledge of young adult literature, multicultural/diversity resources, and current technologies that support school libraries (e.g., Web 2.0 applications);
Basic ability to troubleshoot computer hardware and software.

DUTIES:

Oversee parent volunteer program
Run weekly reports for ILL, serials, and circulation
Update Book Review Blogs for both Middle and Upper Schools
Conduct bibliographic instruction as needed
Special projects as assigned by Library Director

December 08- June 09

SALARY: Not stated.

TO APPLY: Please submit all resumes and cover letters to Kelley Connolly, Library Director at (617) 738-2740 or kconnolly@bcdschool.org

DEADLINE: Not stated.

There is no Jobline listing for October 24, 2008.

This listing is for the week ending October 16, 2008

10/17/08 Westwood, MA Elementary Library Media Specialist (Long Term Substitute), Westwood Public Schools.

QUAL: Massachusetts licensure as a School Library Media Teacher preferred. Library students will be considered.

DUTIES:

Instructional:

Provide formal and informal instruction in literature, information skills, the production of materials and the use of information and instructional technologies as related to the curriculum, in cooperation with faculty.
Provide special book collections or subject bibliographies as needed.

Administrative:

Operate the LMC in accordance with procedures of the Westwood Public Schools.
Record requests for purchase of instructional materials made by teachers.
Order supplies if needed.
Inform faculty of instructional materials received.
Direct and supervise circulation procedures, maintain Spectrum Circ/Cat materials management system, including access to Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC).

Technical:

Catalog and process print and non-print material or import electronic records provided by vendors, using Spectrum Circ/Cat electronic materials management system as required.
Provide for continuous inventory of all materials and equipment.
Provide equipment and materials for production of audio, video and electronic presentations in cooperation with the Instructional Technology Specialist.
Provide facilities and expertise in production to teachers and students.
Organize the physical facilities necessary for a successful media program.

Reports to: Director of Library Media Services and Building Principal

SALARY: Not stated.

TO APPLY: Send Resume, three (3) letters of reference and a copy of teaching license to:

Mr. John Antonucci, Superintendent

Westwood Public Schools

220 Nahatan Street

Westwood, Massachusetts 02090

DEADLINE: Not stated.

There is no Jobline listing for October 10, 2008.

There is no Jobline listing for October 3, 2008.

This listing is for the week ending October 3, 2008

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