As leaders in Coppell ISD school librarians serve as partners with educators to design and teach engaging learning experiences that integrate digital citizenship information literacy skills and technology applications.
With print and digital resources librarians lead learners in the curation and sharing of content as well as foster collaboration with other learners globally.
As advocates who promote pleasure reading activities librarians cultivate the development of lifelong readers.
Librarians serve as the information specialistprogram administrator for the physical and virtual library environments.
QualificationsEducationCertification Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.Teacher and Librarian certification as required by the State of TexasSpecial KnowledgeSkillsAbility to develop training and present information to adult learnersStrong organizational communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to use technology tools in professional learning as a model to educators and in instruction with learnersStrong knowledge of technology resources to enhance the learning process literacy growth and efficiencyAbility to assist with technology needs such as maintenance and inventory of equipmentDemonstrate the following leadership qualitiesAttitude and responsibilityMutual respectCommunicationGrowth mindsetKnowledge and skillsBuilding capacity Five years teaching experience in the classroom preferredDemonstrated ability to train and support educators in current information technology pedagogyAbility to problem solve and support educators in resolving minor technology needsFamiliar with instructional technology tools to support in the quality of educational experiences for learners
Major Responsibilities and DutiesEnvironmentServe as an advocate for the library by communicating the districts philosophy vision and mission in the area of library services to the community and soliciting its support in realizing the mission
Instructional StrategiesProvide leadership expertise and instruction in the areas of reading research and information literacy skillsCollaborate with educators to integrate information literacy skills throughout the learning processGuide educators and learners in the ethical use of information as it pertains to copyright law censorship and digital citizenshipPromote literacy and the enjoyment of readingProvide library activities which extend and enrich the curriculum and encourage independent life-long learningCreate an up-to-date physical and digital collection of print as well as digital resources in multiple genres that appeal to differences in age gender ethnicity reading abilities and information needsServe on decision-making teams in the schoolProvide staff development opportunities for educators in the accessibility and utilization of available learning resources and in the application of information literacy skillsAdminister the library budget allocations effectively and efficiently according to priorities of the instructional program and the established district business practicesUtilize knowledge of the TEKS and collaborate with educators in all subject areas to plan design teach and evaluate learning experiences to integrate state mandated curriculum into lessonsSupport campus and district curriculum design initiativesContinually evaluate the library program and facility in accordance with the Texas State and National Library Standards working toward exemplary status in all levels of service
Student Growth and DevelopmentCreate physical spaces in the library that are comfortable flexible collaborative and supportive of future-ready learning stylesDevelop maintain and promote the librarys virtual environment so that learners can access library services beyond the hours of operationAcquire materials not available in the campus library through interlibrary loan as needed for educators and learners
Classroom Management and OrganizationSupervise individual and small groups of learners in the library Classes of learners are jointly supervised with the classroom educatorEnsure support in the library classroom management to optimize the teaching learning processSchedule the use of the library facility resources and personnel to provide point-of-need library experiences for learners through flexible access thereby ensuring that educators and learners can utilize learning resources in a timely mannerUse effective management principles including the supervision of resources and facilitiesPromote care and maintenance of library materials including acquisition processing organization distribution and deselectionweeding of worn and outdated materials
CommunicationCollect and communicate data to inform continuous program improvement while demonstrating efficacy and relevance of the school library instructional programCommunicate with grade levels on curriculum and ways the librarian can support educators in planning and resources available to support lesson design and learningCommunicate positively and professionally at all timesMaintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisorsCommunicate effectively with colleagues students and parents
Personal QualitiesGrowth mindsetMaintains integrity and poise at all timesCollaboratorIntrinsically motivated to make the library the hub" of all learning and resources
Professional Growth and DevelopmentEngage in professional development activities which support individual campus and district goalsExhibit an interest in acquiring new knowledge and skills through professional organizations by participating in local regional state andor national learning and leadership opportunitiesRead professional journals and reviews to maintain knowledge of current trends in childrens middle grade and young adult literature
OtherOther duties as assigned
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervision of learners as assigned
Equipment UsedTechnology including physical hardware and software applications and apps Mental demands - ability to communicate ability to instruct ability to maintain emotional control under frequent interruptions varied tasks deadlines and technical problemsPhysical demands - climbing stretching frequent lifting of books boxes and equipment stooping and shelving of books and materials on all levels from floor to ceiling.