What are the responsibilities and job description for the LIBRARIAN position at Underwood Elementary School?
2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Job Title: Librarian
Reports to: Principal
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Scale
Terms of Employment: 10 months 10 days a year. Wages according to current schedule.
Date Revised: January 11, 2021
Primary Purpose:
Direct the operation of the school library. Provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems. Serve as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to ensure that library is involved in instructional programs of the school. Educate students to be responsible consumers of online information. Have available an array of online resources for staff and students.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree from accredited college or university (for individuals certified after January 23, 2001)
Preferred but not required
Valid Texas school librarian or certificate or endorsement
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of library science
Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Preferred Experience:
2 years experience as a librarian in a public school setting
Experience with online library applications and resources
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instruction
- Provide group instruction and individual guidance to students and other library users to help them locate resources and use research techniques. Serve as an information resource for users of library/media center materials.
- Work with teacher to convey appropriate use of materials ad help schedule materials for classroom instructional use. Encourage the appropriate use of video programing and other media for educational purposes.
- Design, develop, and present staff development for teachers on the availability and use of campus and district learning resources with an emphasis in technology.
Library Programs
- Plan and implement an effective school library program that meets identified needs and create a library/media/technology center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interests of students.
- Make recommendations for acquisitions and manage the processing, organizing, distribution, maintenance, and inventory of library/media/technology resources.
- Assist teachers in preparation of bibliographies and curriculum guides.
- Develop and maintain up-to-date resource files including programs schedules and other community resources.
- Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the library/media/technology programs and make changes based on the findings.
Student Management
- Carry out discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations.
Administration
- Compile, budget and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
- Adhere to Texas school law, State Board of Education rules and regulations, Board of Education policies and regulations, school regulations and procedures, and contractual obligations.
Other
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Perform any duties as assigned by the campus administration or central administration.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct the work of clerical aide(s), student aides, and volunteers.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; standard library equipment including imaging equipment; standard instruction equipment.
Posture: Regular sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular overhead reaching; climbing ladders
Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15 to 44 pounds)
Environment: Work inside; work alone; exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as mold and dust
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the supervisor in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy. Evaluation will be documented on the Staff Evaluation form for this position.
Salary : $58,362