Librarian - Walzem Elementary

**2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING** RESUME MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION Location: Walzem ES Work Schedule: 10 Months Work Type: Regular Full-Time Exempt: Yes REASONS TO JOIN NEISD TEACHER/LIBRARIAN COMPENSATION : Salaries for new classroom teachers and librarians are based on the salary ranges below (10-month work schedule) Minimum 0 Years 5 Years 10 Years 15 years 20 Years Max 25 Years $57,000 $58,600 $60,550 $62,350 $64,650 $66,400 In accordance with House Bill 3, the ranges above include additional compensation for classroom teachers with more than five (5) years of experience.
All salary ranges are adopted annually by the Board of Trustees.
The District ensures salary placement for new hires will be based on verified years of experience according to the Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service .
These ranges should not be used to project salary amounts for subsequent years.
In addition, teachers and librarians may qualify for the following stipends: Advanced Degree Stipends Performance and Other Supplemental Stipends Bilingual & ESL Stipends **IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CALCULATION OF PAY: The annual pay for this position is pro-rated based on the effective date of the assignment** 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 Bilingual preferred 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.
PRIMARY PURPOSE SUMMARY : The librarian administers the school library program by providing services and resources which allow students to locate, select, synthesize, and evaluate information to solve problems.
The librarian continually collaborates with students and teachers to raise the level of student achievement.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: : 1.
Collaborates with teachers to implement meaningful, timely instruction for students in groups and as individuals.
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Works with other faculty and administrators to improve State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) related performance of all students.
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Offers training and guidance to students and staff in the use of technology and information resources.
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Teaches information skills within the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) curriculum context.
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Offers a balanced collection of materials to support the curriculum and students' needs and interests.
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Offers a multicultural collection that reflects a diverse community.
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Offers a balance of print and electronic resources based on District selection policies and regulations.
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Maintains a current, relevant, organized collection.
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Manages personnel effectively.
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Demonstrates fiscal responsibility over the library budget.
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Makes proficient use of time.
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Completes administrative tasks in a timely manner.
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Establishes an environment which encourages self-discipline and self-directed learning.
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Implements discipline management procedures in compliance with District policies.
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Ensures a user friendly library.
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Uses appropriate and accurate verbal and nonverbal communication with students, staff, parents and community.
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Contributes to making the whole school a learning community.
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Stimulates students to be active lifelong learners.
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Performs duties in a professional, ethical and responsible manner as defined in the Texas Education Code of Ethics for Educators.
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Provides leadership in addressing the challenges of the profession.
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Participates in professional development activities that are aligned with District, campus and library goals.
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Exhibits a willingness to collaborate with colleagues and other professionals for continuous growth and development.
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Correlates professional development activities with prior performance appraisal.
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Maintains confidentiality of information.
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Reports to work on time every day.
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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 Application to a specific job opening does not guarantee an individual will maintain this assignment permanently upon employment.
All employees are subject to reassignment based on their qualifications and the needs of the District.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed.
North East Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.