Librarian

Position Type:
Other Employment

Date Posted:
9/8/2022

Location:
Proviso East High School
(High-Needs School)

Date Available:

Closing Date:
Until Filled

PROVISO TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOLS DISTRICT #209 POSITION JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Librarian

REPORTS TO: Department Chair
Building Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Certifications/Training
Valid Illinois PEL with Library Information Specialist Endorsement
Secondary Teaching Endorsement
English Language Arts Endorsement

Desired Experience or Training
Master's Degree; Previous high school teaching experience

Qualifications/Skills:

Required:
Able to use Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word

Desired:
Experience working as a Librarian
Experience tutoring students in a one-on-one small group setting
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD
1. Teach to prescribed outcomes and goals
2. Use instructional methods that improve student achievement
3. Assign and evaluate appropriate student work
4. Involve students in learning
5. Make effective use of entire class period
6. Use appropriate school support and resource materials
7. Convey to students learning goals and the importance of material learned
8. Be clear in explanations and directions
9. Provide continuity in learning activities
10.Challenge students by using appropriate questioning strategies
11.Speak clearly, audibly, and fluently
12.Adjust the teaching pace to assure maximum student understanding
13.Provide appropriate remedial and/or enrichment material whenever necessary
14.Communicate high expectations for student performance

INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING
15.Establish a positive and safe learning environment
16.Revise lesson plans as needed
17.Plan instructional examples, illustrations, and time for questions into lessons
18.Address different styles of learning by employing a variety of instructional techniques and materials
19.Be creative and innovative in the use of curricular and instructional materials

SUBJECT MATTER
20.Demonstrate command of subject areas crucial to instructional effectiveness
21.Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary instructional research related to the subject area and to the teaching of diverse students
22.Remain current in the assigned content area and in the profession
23.Demonstrate enthusiasm about subject matter

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
24.Develop, communicate, and enforce a set of classroom rules, policies, procedures, and expectations which are consistent with school and department policies and with learning outcomes
25.Monitor student behavior for compliance with classroom rules
26.Reinforce/reward appropriate social and academic behavior
27.Respond to behavior problems quickly and appropriately
28.Have necessary material and equipment available and ensure their appropriate use and care
29.Provide and distribute necessary classroom materials in an orderly and efficient manner
30.Interact with students in ways which are respectful and friendly, and which reflect an understanding of cultural differences
31.Provide students feedback on their knowledge and skill
32.Use effective methods to manage student behavior

PROFESSIONALLY RELATED COMPETENCIES
33.Participate in review and updating of curricular programs
34.Perform promptly the responsibilities stipulated in Board of Education policies and administrative procedures
35.Adhere to all personal absences procedures and provides appropriate plans and materials for use by the substitute
36.Model and enforce classroom and school rules, policies, and procedures; exemplify the district's mission and beliefs
37.Be punctual in arrival times to the building, to classes, and to meetings
38.Report promptly student behavior, attendance, and performance to family or guardians and when necessary, refer students to appropriate school personnel; stay in regular communications with parents.
39.Cooperate with other educational personnel
40.Implement recommendations made in the evaluation and supervisory process