LIBRARIAN jobs in Reading, PA

LIBRARIAN develops and maintains a collection of books and other materials and provides research and reference support to library users. Researches publications and suggests new sources and offerings for acquisition to enhance the collection. Being a LIBRARIAN performs cataloging and creates bibliographies and metadata to classify the library's collection of books, serial publications, documents, audiovisual, and other materials. Designs and delivers research support processes and services to ensure that groups and individuals can access requested materials. Additionally, LIBRARIAN distributes up-to-date information on new acquisitions, library activities, and services. Oversees the selection and maintenance of technology infrastructure and tools used in the library. Requires a master's degree in library science. Typically reports to a manager. The LIBRARIAN occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a LIBRARIAN typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Elementary Librarian
  • Pottsgrove School District
  • Pottstown, PA FULL_TIME
    • JobID: 762

      Position Type:
      Elementary School Teaching
      Date Posted:
      8/14/2023
      Location:
      West Pottsgrove Elementary

      Thank you for your interest in the Pottsgrove School District! We are located in southwestern Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, approximately 40 miles northwest of Philadelphia. Our District strength lies in strong community support for our schools, a dedicated staff, and an active student body.

      Quick District Facts:

      • Our mission is to educate and inspire all students to excel as productive, responsible citizens, and lifelong learners.
      • We have five operating school buildings utilizing 610,925 square feet of building space and 161.8 acres of land.
      • The District serves over 3,000 students and 450 staff members across five schools.
      • We are one of three school districts (Spring-Ford & Upper Perkiomen) in Montgomery County that sends students to the Western Montgomery Career and Technical Center in preparation for direct entry into the workplace or to continue on to higher education.
      • Pottsgrove students have scored an average of 1,099 on the SAT College Entrance exam, exceeding the National Average of 1,096.
      • Pottsgrove boasts a balanced schedule for teachers which includes planning, prep, and flexible time for teachers to reset. Pottsgrove has a niche in offering rich professional development with choices that best align with teachers' interests, enhancing teachers' abilities and skill sets in the classroom.
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      The Pottsgrove School District is currently seeking applicants for an Elementary Librarian. This is a contracted position available for the 2023-2024 school year. Pottsgrove teachers develop curriculum and lesson plans, and present those lessons to their students, individually or in groups. Teaching position involves direct instruction, co-teaching, case management, and collaboration. The successful candidate must possess clear communication skills, effective instructional talents, and establish relationships with students, colleagues and families. They track the progress of their students and create reports to inform parents about their progress. Teachers are responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful classroom environment in order to optimize student capabilities and develop their love of learning. This position will be part of the close-knit community of Pottsgrove staff who positively impact the lives of students each day.

      Essential Performance Responsibilities
      • Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
      • Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
      • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
      • Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
      • Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Thomaston Public Schools.
      • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
      • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
      • Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
      • Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
      • Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
      • Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
      • Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.

      Additional Duties
      Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
      Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

      Qualifications Profile
      • Certification/License:
      • PA State Certification Library certification
      Education
      • Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
      Experience
      • Successful prior experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

      FLSA Status: Exempt
      LOCATION: split between West Pottgrove and Ringing Rocks Elementary buildings (K - 2)
      SALARY: Placement on the PGEA Salary Schedule based on experience and education. This is a contract position.
      BENEFITS: Competitive benefits package starting the first day of employment and includes healthcare and pension (PSERS).

      Must have current Act 34, 151 & 114 Clearances




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Elementary Librarian
  • Pottstown School District
  • Pottstown, PA FULL_TIME
  • Elementary Librarian Job Description Primary Location District Wide Salary Range Per Professional Agreement / Per Year Shift Type Full-Time 2024-2025 School Year Pottstown School District is looking f...
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Children's Librarian
  • Library Systems & Services
  • Reading, PA FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary: The Children's Librarian works alongside members of the Library Operations Team and with other key stakeholders to develop policies, procedures, workflows and sustainable approaches ...
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About Reading, Pennsylvania

Reading (/ˈrɛdɪŋ/ RED-ing; Pennsylvania German: Reddin) is a city in and the county seat of Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States. With a population of 87,575, it is the fifth-largest city in Pennsylvania. Located in the southeastern part of the state, it is the principal city of the Greater Reading Area, and is furthermore included in the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden PA-NJ-DE-MD Combined Statistical Area. The city, which is approximately halfway between the state's most populous city, Philadelphia, and the state capital, Harrisburg (as well as about halfway between Allentown and Lancaster)...
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Income Estimation for LIBRARIAN jobs
$61,389 to $82,184
Reading, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago
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What does a LIBRARIAN do?

LIBRARIAN in Pine Bluff, AR
This would depend on the area of expertise they would be expected to have as in the instance of a law librarian that would be required to hold a law degree.
December 25, 2019
LIBRARIAN in Phoenix, AZ
School librarians work in academic settings at all levels of the US education system, from elementary schools to universities.
December 07, 2019
LIBRARIAN in Tallahassee, FL
A librarian often holds a supervisory position, overseeing other library employees such as library technicians and assistants.
December 06, 2019