Job Description

LIBRARIAN (#0621202303)
Edward Bellamy School
Chicopee Public Schools

Job Details
Job ID: 4315671 Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Starting Date: August 28, 2023

Job Description
TITLE: LIBRARIAN
TYPE: Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement
SALARY: Per Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement
REPORTS TO: Building Principal

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The primary function of a librarian is to foster a creative, flexible environment so that the school library is an essential part of the learning community. The librarian ensures that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information and empowers students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, ethical users of information.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assumes responsibility for ordering, processing and maintaining all instructional materials for the library Sets up a program to inform students about the use of the school library Works with school administrators and teachers to insure that the library is an integral part of the schools function Assists in the communication and enforcement of federal and state laws and regulations as well as district policies and procedures. Instructs students and develops curriculum related to research, writing, and library skills. Works cooperatively with school administration and staff. Respects students, parents, guardians and community. Assists parents and students with questions and concerns. Maintain professional relationships with students, parents and guardians. Respects and embraces students of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Any other duties relevant to a successful library program and/or assigned by the principal

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Bachelor's Degree or Master's degree from an accredited college or university 2. Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Education 3. At least three years of successful teaching/library experience

Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Licensure
Bachelor degree preferred
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Questions
There are no application questions required for this job posting.

Contact Information
William Holt, Principal Bellamy
314 Pendleton Avenue
Chicopee, Massachusetts 01020
Phone: 413-594-3527
Fax: 413-594-1838
Email: wholt@cpsge.org