Job Description

DIVISION: Instructional Services

DEPARTMENT IMC

WORK YEAR: 9 Months

SALARY SCHEDULE: Certified

The Teacher Librarian is also a school leader who demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the Information Management Center (IMC) area, its relationship to other programs, and the skills to work cooperatively with staff to plan, develop, and implement the program. S/he will collaborate with teachers and will provide instruction for the benefit of students to promote the intelligent use of information. S/he will ensure a positive and inviting atmosphere conducive to learning in a variety of styles through ethical and professional practices while managing all aspects of the daily operation of the IMC.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teacher

• Instructs all students from all content areas
• Collaborates with teachers in the design, preparation, and delivery of units of study Integrates information literacy competencies while teaching research skills Promotes instructional technology to improve learning
• Instructs and supervises volunteers and students of record in the IMC

Leader

• Collaborates with administration and staff to coordinate IMC support for all content areas
• Ensures that IMC program goals, objectives, and resources are aligned with school and district long-range strategic plans
• Exercises a leadership role in encouraging IMC utilization by students and staff Provides IMC services and programs to staff, students, and parents
• Makes responsible budget decisions and keeps an accurate record of expenditures Manages equitable access of resources through asset acquisition and scheduling

School Librarian

• Utilizes best practices for collection development to meet a variety of curricular student needs, interests, and abilities
• Evaluates, acquires, provides, and promotes resources to meet the needs of students and staff Advocates for the ethical use of information
• Maintains a positive, inviting library culture
• Contributes to reading achievement through programing and materials selection
• Pursues professional growth activities in order to keep abreast of new information and developments in the fields of education, technology, and contemporary trends in adolescent interests

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Arizona teaching certificate and an Arizona Library/Media Specialist Endorsement
• Complete a minimum of 18 hours of course work in Library / Information Science
• MLS degree or MA in Educational Technology preferred

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• Supervision received directly from the principal or designee (or educational unit administrator); indirectly from the district supervisor for IMC services

SUPERVISION GIVEN

• As directed by an administrator, supervises the daily work of classified employees and students assigned to the IMC

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business. Any person who believes he or she has been subjected to discrimination, harassment or retaliation on the basis of any protected reason other than disability may file a complaint under Administrative Regulation JB-R, or may contact the Superintendent's designee, the District Hearing & Compliance Officer at:

Phoenix Union High School District
4502 N. Central Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85012
Phone: 602-764-1100
E-mail: PUHSDComplaints@phoenixunion.org