This is a 10-month position following the school year calendar, inclusive of teacher work weeks and professional development pursuits. The Librarian is a key member of the educational staff. Technological proficiency with Mac hardware/software and competency with electronic communication methods are requirements for the fulfillment of this job description.
Summary of Position:
The Discovery School Librarian understands and promotes the school’s mission, vision, core values, and policies both within and outside the immediate school community. The Librarian is responsible for providing a classroom/instructional program that supports both Montessori and International Baccalaureate (IB) methodologies while respecting the individual needs of the children in accordance with the school’s mission and vision.
The Librarian works collaboratively and is committed to ongoing curriculum development and growth within the IB framework. This position communicates effectively with the administration on all aspects of the program to maintain congruence between the program and the Board-approved mission. The Librarian is professionally responsible for implementing best practices based on current research in the field of education.
This job requires the employee to spend working hours at a desk and interfacing with a computer, performing tasks necessary for the upkeep of the campus, and working directly with children, team members, and vendors/contractors. In addition, this job may require the employee to stand, bend, kneel, or lift in their regular job duties.
Normal Hours:
- Monday through Friday that school is in session from 7:40 am – 4:00 pm.
- Other hours as required and deemed necessary.
Accountabilities:
Professional Knowledge
Participates in a regular evaluation process, including classroom observations, feedback conferences, and self-evaluation toward the goals in conjunction with the Director of Curriculum and Learning.
- Maintains solid knowledge of the Montessori & IB Curriculum frameworks.
- Continues to develop a deep knowledge of children’s literature, information literacy, and library best practices to foster a love of reading and research skills among students.
- Stays current with educational trends, technology integration, and diverse literary resources to support a dynamic and inclusive library program.
For more information and to apply, please visit https://the-discovery-school-of-jacksonville-inc.checkwritersrecruit.com/job/1045374/librarian?s=cw