ES Librarian in Worcester, Massachusetts at Abby Kelley Foster School
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Job Description
Job Title: Elementary School Librarian
Location: Elementary School
Reports To: Building Principal
Subordinates: None
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt, Academic Calendar Year Schedule
School Year: 2026-2027
Salary: School Year Instructional Salary Scale
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Elementary School Librarian will foster a love of reading, support curriculum development, and maintain a well-organized and resource-rich library environment. The librarian will work collaboratively with educators to integrate literacy and research skills into the classroom, ensuring that students develop strong information literacy competencies.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Model the mission and character virtues of the school.
Promote a love of reading and lifelong learning.
Exhibit a strong knowledge of literature and current trends in children’s reading and publishing.
Manage the library media center, including organization of materials, daily operations, and resource maintenance.
Circulate books to students, including checkouts and returns using the district’s library automation system.
Maintain the organization of bookshelves and ensure proper order periodically.
Learn and apply various functions of the library automation system as needed.
Generate and disseminate overdue notices for books; collect books and/or replacements.
Fulfill teacher requests for materials and maintain a list of unfulfilled requests.
Collaborate with teachers to recommend print and web-based materials, including databases.
Align library lessons with grade-level curriculum and units of study.
Evaluate and develop the library collection, ensuring diversity and relevance through new acquisitions.
Weed outdated or irrelevant materials and perform book repairs as necessary.
Develop and manage the library budget effectively.
Process orders for library materials and classroom sets of books.
Participate in faculty meetings, curriculum planning, and professional development opportunities.
Train and oversee volunteers as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) License as Library Media Specialist, Unified Media Specialist, or Library Teacher.
Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement (required for compliance with state regulations).
Completion of a teacher preparation program and/or an educational degree.
Master’s Degree in Library Science or a related field.
At least three years of experience working with elementary-aged children.
Experience with online resources, databases, and digital literacy tools.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and families.
Organizational and time-management skills.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable library space.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Background check and fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts state regulations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to lift, move, or assist students when necessary.
Completion of any required professional development or certifications as mandated by the District.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment is typically inside a school or classroom setting.
Noise levels may vary, but are generally moderate, with occasional higher noise levels due to student activities or group work.
Some travel between classrooms and school buildings may be required.
The role may require lifting, carrying, or moving educational materials or students, as well as the ability to monitor and engage in physical activities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to stand for extended periods, lift (up to 50 lbs.), and perform repetitive motions.
Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, and stretching.
Standing or walking for the entirety of an 8-hour shift.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and attention to detail.
Important Note:
Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Compensation and Benefits:
Full-Time, Exempt Position with compensation based on the School Year’s Instructional Salary Scale. The schedule for this role is based on the school year academic calendar. This is a 10-month position with compensation paid out over 12-months. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS): Eligible
Medical/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
403(b) & ROTH403(b) with Match
Dash Pass (DoorDash)
YMCA Discounts
Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML)
Sick Time with Sick Bank
Personal Days
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Mission
The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist families in their role as primary educators of their students by providing a liberal arts education representative of diverse works and global perspectives and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.