Librarian Needed at Stevens Memorial and North Andover Public Schools

North Andover needs a new librarian at Stevens Memorial and North Andover Public School Media Specialist.

They need someone for full-time (37.5 hours week) shared services librarian provides services to children, parents, teachers and caregivers in two environments, performing tasks requiring a broad knowledge of children’s literature, bibliographic sources and principles of information delivery and services to children. Works with Stevens’ librarians, NAPS library media specialists, and other library agencies to promote a love of reading and lifelong learning. Actively participates in staff development, stays current in professional practices, educational research; maintains professional memberships.

Works half-time in Stevens Memorial Library, the public library, assisting the Children’s Services Librarian with all ages, but a focus on elementary school ages. Duties include: develop and implement a variety of programs and services including book discussions, summer reading events and activities, etc.; reference and readers’ advisory services; promote the library’s collections and electronic resources; and participate in collection development. Provide excellent customer service to the public in person and over the phone and interprets library services and policies to patrons in a clear, consistent and courteous manner.

Works half-time in one North Andover public elementary school (NAPS) (K-5th grade) as its Media Specialist / School Librarian to foster a creative, flexible environment so the school library is an essential part of the learning community. Duties include: administer School Library Program (SLP); collaborate with classroom teachers as a partner in the instructional process; design, teach, and assess learning experiences that incorporate inquiry learning, information literacy, critical thinking and self-assessment using existing and emerging technology; develop and maintain resources appropriate to the curriculum, the learners, and instructional strategies of the school community. Follow district and professional procedures for selection, acquisition, circulation and resource sharing in all formats.