Library Media Teacher

Job Title:  Library Media Teacher

We are looking for a passionate Library Media Teacher to join our team! The Library Media Teacher teaches research and library skills to students across grades K-8. The Library Media Teacher collaborates with classroom teachers and manages all aspects of maintaining the school library/iMedia Center, organizing library material and equipment for effective and efficient utilization and circulation.  The Library Media Teacher plans with teachers, when appropriate, for meaningful and effective grade appropriate reference work and/or literature appreciation activities for students.  The Library Media Teacher selects, adapts and individualizes lessons and materials appropriate for diverse student populations, skills and learning styles. The Library Media Teacher supports the school's student achievement, state reading standards and fosters student recreational reading.  

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Library Sciences or related field 
• PA Instructional Certification specific to Library Science PK-12 or eligibility for instructional certification in Pennsylvania
• At least three years of experience running a library, preferably in an urban school setting
• Content knowledge in research and development of library skills, in addition to classroom management, organization, planning, instructional delivery, and technical skills
• Working knowledge of books and authors and how to assist students with reading selections
• Advanced proficiency in computer skills, including the Google Suite and Google Classroom, and the ability to learn new programs/software quickly
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to motivate and build relationships with parents, students and staff to promote student achievement and strengthen community partnerships
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Fluency in Spanish preferred to support Spanish speaking learners 

Employee Benefits & Perks:

1. Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
2. Medical, dental and vision benefits, which include mental health visits at the primary copay rate and a healthy pregnancy maternity program
3. Up to 8 free counseling/therapy sessions annually through Employee Assistance Programs 
4. Flexible Savings Accounts for Health, Dependent Day Care & Commuter Reimbursements
5. Pennsylvania Public School Employees Retirement (PSERS) and/or 403(b) plans to help our employees save for retirement. 
6. Paid time off for sick days, personal days and holidays
7. We believe in the importance of ongoing professional development and provide opportunities for our employees to attend workshops, conferences, and training sessions. 
8. Want to have some fun, too? Yes, please! Enjoy team building, appreciation days, supportive and collaborative environments and much more! 
9. Employee Referral Bonuses. As a Pan American Academy Employee, we'll ask that you always keep your eye out for great talent to join our family.  Consider yourself an extension of the recruitment team, scouting for the best people to support our students and school! 

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 10-months, exempt
• This position is for in-person work at our location
• 180 instructional days, 197 work days (new staff members work additional days for induction/orientation)
• In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable
• To be eligible to work for Pan American Academy Charter School, you must complete and submit background clearances and paperwork prior to your start date. We are able to accept clearances if they are less than one year old from the date a new employee presents them to Human Resources.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Please note: Both prior experience and educational degree must go through a verification process in order for final salary to be confirmed.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Nondiscrimination: Pan American Academy Charter School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at information@panamcs.org or call at 215-425-1212. 

Salary : $52,000