Long-Term Substitute: Library and Media Specialist
Company: Framingham Public Schools
Location: Framingham
Posted on: May 23, 2023
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Job Description:
FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
TITLE:
Long-Term Substitute: Library and Media Specialist
POSITION SUMMARY:
To provide direct instruction to students in the Library in order
to deliver Framingham Public Schools' high expectations for
achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the
achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the
closing of the opportunity gap among subgroups within the schools.
To manage the Library's circulation in order to ensure equitable
access to information resources and support a love of reading and
learning in all students.
OUR MISSION:
Framingham Public Schools is committed to excellence for all
students. Our mission statement guides our work: Through a
comprehensive education, we aim to create and empower
free-thinking, responsible citizens who can participate equally in
our rich and diverse community. FPS and the community stand united
in our core values: Providing a safe, inclusive, culturally
responsive teaching and learning environment; Engaging antiracist
and responsible civic advocates; Respecting diversity of thought,
learners, cultures, and community; Fostering learning and healthy
growth of all students and staff; Ensuring every school will be an
active, participatory, equitable community.
Diversity among teachers undoubtedly advances the academic
achievement of students. Compliance obligations establish a
baseline which we seek to exceed. As a district, Framingham Public
Schools is committed to achieving, developing, and maintaining a
workforce reflective of the rich racial, linguistic, and cultural
diversity of our students. Framingham Public Schools aims to teach
our children, and ourselves, to be culturally proficient and
inclusive in order to live, learn, and work together in a vibrant
and diverse world.
Indeed, Framingham Public Schools is committed to inspiring our
school community to be accepting and willing to learn from
individuals with differing backgrounds. Our goal is to reflect the
diverse community we serve and create a great place to work for
everyone by embracing the individual skills, perspectives, and
experiences our people bring to the workplace and harnessing these
for high performance and improved service delivery. We want our
employees to feel included, valued, and respected and have access
to equal opportunity, which supports full participation at work.
Framingham Public Schools seeks to retain the diverse talent in our
workforce and support our people to maintain a long and productive
working career.
Framingham Public Schools is dedicated to the goal of building a
culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching
and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages
applications from persons with disabilities and who identify as
members of historically underrepresented groups.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in K12 Library is
preferred.
Additional content area license is encouraged.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
At least a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. Ability to work
successfully with staff and students; classroom and/or library
experience is preferred.
SKILLS AND ABILITY:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed
below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and
written form; to effectively present information and respond to
questions from groups including staff, parents and the general
public; to write reports and correspondence, as needed; to use
reasoning ability to evaluate information and determine/recommend
an appropriate course of action; to define problems, collect data,
establish facts and draw valid conclusions; to establish and
maintain effective working relationships with students, parents,
staff and the community; to work independently, prioritize tasks
and manage several projects simultaneously; to perform duties with
awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and
Framingham Public Schools policies (as long as the policies do not
conflict with the Framingham Teachers Association (Unit A)
Contract); to work with students of diverse backgrounds with
diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner that bears to
witness to cultural proficiency; to maintain appropriate
confidential records; to react professionally and objectively to
unpredictable situations (e.g. environmental changes,
behavior/aggression, seizure activity, etc.); to operate and/or
acquire skills to operate a computer and related software including
but not limited to Google Experience evaluating student skills and
writing reports to interpret/summarize findings. Strong
collaborative and teaching skills to support student programming
and work in a team setting. Strong problem-solving skills to
support student success. Strong data-collection skills to help to
inform decisions for students. Strong verbal and written
communication skills. Strong organizational skills to balance the
demands of a multi-tasking position. A proactive and
solution-focused approach to meeting student needs. Knowledge of
running a Library circulation system, as well as any related laws
and procedures.
Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school
objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom
assigned; and to use instructional technology appropriately and
work with students to facilitate their use of instructional
technology.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as
an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them
from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical
assignment to the position. This job description does not
constitute an employment agreement between the employer and
employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of
the employer and the requirements of the job change.
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to move about and may be required to traverse occasionally
throughout the school building. The employee must also often remain
in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The
employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and
sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is expected to
lift at least 20 lbs (i.e. books, school supplies, etc.). The
employee must frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and
use hand strength to grasp tools. Occasionally s/he operates a
computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., a
calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). The employee must
be able to input information into a computer and as well as read
material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed
matter with or without visual aids. The employee must be able to
communicate effectively with students, parents, and other staff
members in person and on the telephone. In the classroom, the
employee must be able to see and hear on a continuous basis in
order to ensure the safety of students as well as speak frequently
to provide instruction. On rare occasions, it may be necessary to
move quickly across even or uneven surfaces. The employee will be
working in a normal school environment with an acceptable level of
noise. The employee interacts with students, parents, and other
staff members. The employee is directly responsible for the safety,
well-being, and work output of students.
REPORTS TO:
Building Principal.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION:
This position is classified as Exempt (Professional).
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Covered under Framingham School Committee Policy. The Framingham
Public Schools reserves the right to shorten or lengthen the
assignment time based upon the needs of the District.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Framingham Policies & Procedures Handbook
Only online applications will be accepted. Click here to apply!
Framingham Public Schools provides equal employment. opportunities
(EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or
genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Framingham
Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws
governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in
which the District has facilities. This policy applies to all terms
and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves
of absence, compensation, and training. Framingham Public Schools
expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race,
color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability,
or veteran status.
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