Librarian

General Description

Under the supervision of the principal and the assistant principal for academics, the librarian supervises all use of the library; maintains the library as a place for academic study for students, staff and class groups; promotes library use for research by providing updated materials in all sections and staying current with technological advancements; assists in preparation of the library budget and monitors the finances throughout the year; trains and supervises the volunteer library staff; coordinates the use of the library and computer commons throughout the year and determines and approves the correct usage of the facility; performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.

Duties of the Job

• Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education; shows evidence of knowledge of the Catholic philosophy of education; promotes gospel values and Catholic moral teaching; upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church; provides opportunities for the students to be prepared for life in today’s Church and society
• Supervises use of the library as a place for students to study, read, and conduct research; instructs classes and individual students in the use of the library; promotes student research by providing updated materials in all sections and staying current with technological advancements
• Carries out ongoing selection procedures for the purchase of library materials and equipment, within budget limitations, based on recommendations from staff, administration, and students and based on personal research; assumes the responsibility for the selection, acquisition, processing, and servicing of books and other library materials needed for the curricular and co-curricular programs of the school
• Trains and supervises the volunteer library aides; strives for professional growth through reading of current literature in the field and participation in appropriate seminars; maintains communication with colleagues
• Performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree
• Must be certified by the Arizona State Department of Education as a teacher and meet applicable NCA requirements
• Must meet Ministry Formation Certification as required by Diocesan Policy
• Must be in good physical condition
• Must have initiative, creativity, and problem-solving skills; judgment in handling different personalities and emerging situations; an ability to observe and actively listen in assessing individual student, teacher, and program needs; proficiency in good communication skills with both children and adults; positive attitude in crisis situations; ability to work cooperatively with others as well as ability to delegate
• Must have knowledge and understanding of good teaching techniques and child psychology