Library + Literacy Specialist

Summary

The Library & Literacy Specialist plays a vital role in fostering a love of reading and supporting literacy development for students. This position manages the school library, delivers engaging literacy lessons, and provides targeted reading support. Students will attend scheduled literacy classes in the library, and the specialist will also visit classrooms for additional instruction. Upon the opening of our microschool, this person will lead small-group reading interventions to support student growth.

Job Details

• Status: Part-time to full-time, 29-40 hours per week (schedule flexible based on need).
• Compensation Type: Hourly.
• Salary Range: Based on experience and education. $20-$22.5/hr

?Targeted Hire Date: August 2025.

Duties

Library Management & Literacy Promotion

• Maintain an organized, welcoming, and engaging library space.
• Manage the library collection, including cataloging, inventory, and book circulation.
• Curate age-appropriate book selections that support classroom themes and student interests.
• Foster a love of reading by organizing book fairs, reading challenges, and literacy events.
• Support teachers by providing book recommendations and classroom reading materials.

Literacy Instruction & Classroom Support

• Teach scheduled literacy lessons to students in the library, incorporating interactive read-alouds, writing activities, and comprehension strategies.
• Visit classrooms to deliver literacy-focused lessons that align with curriculum goals.
• Model effective literacy instruction for teachers and provide best-practice recommendations.
• Develop engaging activities that reinforce vocabulary development, phonemic awareness, and reading fluency.

Reading Intervention & Small Groups (Upon Microschool Opening)

• Lead small-group reading instruction for students needing additional literacy support.
• Assess students? reading levels and track progress using appropriate assessment tools.
• Implement differentiated reading strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to reinforce reading skills and literacy goals.

Administrative & Collaborative Duties

• Work with the Director and teachers to integrate literacy instruction across subjects.
• Assist in organizing school-wide literacy initiatives, such as author visits and themed reading weeks.
• Maintain student literacy records and communicate progress to teachers and families.
• Assist with professional development by sharing effective literacy strategies with staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor?s degree or higher in Education, Reading Instruction, or a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience, with a focus on reading instruction or literacy development.
• Strong knowledge of early literacy strategies, phonics instruction, and differentiated reading approaches.
• Experience working with children in a structured learning environment.
• Familiarity with children?s literature and best practices for managing a school library.
• Ability to create engaging, developmentally appropriate literacy lessons for various age groups.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to support diverse learners.
• Proficiency in technology, including Google Suite, digital reading platforms, and library cataloging systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with students, staff, and families.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays*

Paid Professional Development

Health Insurance* ? Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance**

Tuition Discount*

• 
  Applies to full-time employees.

** Applies to employees who work 20 hours.