EDUCATION:

Masters Degree

Two years classroom teaching experience from a public or accredited private school

CERTIFICATION:

Valid Texas Teacher Certification with Learning Resource endorsement and/or Learning Resource Specialist Certificate and/or School Librarian Certificate

High School Diplomas and college/university degrees must be obtained from an accredited program or university approved by the United States Department of Education and the Texas Education Agency.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Collaborates with teachers to implement meaningful, timely instruction for students in groups and as individuals.
2. Works with other faculty and administrators to improve State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) related performance of all students.
3. Offers training and guidance to students and staff in the use of technology and information resources.
4. Teaches information skills within the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) curriculum context.
5. Offers a balanced collection of materials to support the curriculum and students' needs and interests.
6. Offers a multicultural collection that reflects a diverse community.
7. Offers a balance of print and electronic resources based on District selection policies and regulations.
8. Maintains a current, relevant, organized collection.
9. Manages personnel effectively.
10. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility over the library budget.
11. Makes proficient use of time.
12. Completes administrative tasks in a timely manner.
13. Establishes an environment which encourages self-discipline and self-directed learning.
14. Implements discipline management procedures in compliance with District policies.
15. Ensures a user friendly library.
16. Uses appropriate and accurate verbal and nonverbal communication with students, staff, parents and community.
17. Contributes to making the whole school a learning community.
18. Stimulates students to be active lifelong learners.
19. Performs duties in a professional, ethical and responsible manner as defined in the Texas Education Code of Ethics for Educators.
20. Provides leadership in addressing the challenges of the profession.
21. Participates in professional development activities that are aligned with District, campus and library goals.
22. Exhibits a willingness to collaborate with colleagues and other professionals for continuous growth and development.
23. Correlates professional development activities with prior performance appraisal.
24. Maintains confidentiality of information.
25. Reports to work every day.
26. Performs additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging trends in library technologies, materials, collection development, general curriculum and instructional strategies
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize work, and detail oriented
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, parents, and members of the business community
• Ability to work collaboratively with district and school site personnel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to communicate effectively with administrators, campus level staff, parents, and the community
• Valid Texas Drivers License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District

The mission of the NEISD Librarian Mentoring Program is to welcome and acclimate first-year librarians and librarians new to NEISD.

The goals of the NEISD Librarian Mentorship Program are:

• to assist new librarians in their transition from classroom teacher to librarian
• to provide support to experienced librarians who are new to the North East Independent School District
• to help librarians who are transitioning from one level to another (e.g., elementary to middle school)

In addition to the Mentoring Program, Library Services provides a New Librarian Academy which includes monthly meetings for new librarians.