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    21499 - Dual Language Elementary Librarian - Kennewick, United States - Kennewick School District

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    POSITION: #EG Dual Language Elementary Librarian
    1.0 FTE Continuing contract


    LOCATION: Eastgate Elementary


    POSITION OPENS: 06/04/2024


    POSITION CLOSES: 06/14/2024


    For information on salary and benefits offered, please visit

    Required Qualifications:


    • Valid Washington State teacher's certificate appropriate for elementary
    • Endorsement in Library Media
    • Bilingual in Spanish/English (Must pass STAMP test)
    • Satisfactory evaluations

    Preferred Qualifications:


    • Elementary teaching experience.
    • Learning Resources endorsement.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of computer science, ability to implement computerized library circulation system and lead computer implementation school wide.
    • Demonstrated ability to work with students of all ability levels: pre-primer to gifted elementary.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of the curriculum content areas as they relate to elementary education.
    • Ability to work with parents and staff in planning library curriculum and materials selection.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of the Gates Grant process and the ability for leadership in this area if needed.
    • Ability to organize school-wide reading events.
    • Demonstrated ability to interact positively with staff, students and parents.
    • Evidence of ability to support building and district goals, including working with groups of children across grade levels K-5.
    • Punctual and consistent attendance.

    Job Description:


    • Motivates and inspires the reading of children's literature through a variety of activities.
    • Works with individual and small groups on information skills, reference work, book selection and other independent activities.
    • Organizes and promotes interest areas within the center.
    • Teacher units of information skills.
    • Demonstrates the proper use of technology in the instructional process.
    • Develops a climate that encourages students to take full advantage of the resource center and keeps faculty and students informed about new books, materials, equipment and services.
    • Oversees computer needs/problems and communicates those technology needs to district tech support.
    • Plans and administers for the school curricula program as defined below:
    a. Selects print and non-print materials that are of interest and motivating to its users.
    b. Selects the best available print and non-print materials to supplement the school's curriculum.
    c. Supervises the cataloging and/or processing of all incoming materials to ensure maximum availability.
    d. Evaluates the collection of materials annually.

    • Consults with staff to plan for maximum center utilization.
    • Supervises and trains library helpers, i.e., paraeducators, secretaries, parents, students, and volunteers.
    • Prepares budget and reports.
    • Utilizes the latest technology in the circulation and management of library/media materials.
    • Provides leadership and organization for the Accelerated Reader Program.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    COMPLETION OF SAFE SCHOOLS WEB BASED TRAINING IS REQUIRED AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT


    Application Procedure:
    In-District staff
    must complete an internal online application and by
    10:00 p.m.

    (PST) on or before the closing date either attach a letter of interest outlining how they meet or exceed each of the above requirements OR attach a letter requesting an informal dialogue in which the candidate will verbally discuss how he/she meets or exceeds the qualifications.

    The informal dialogue takes place at the school with the posted vacancy.
    ONE LETTER PER POSITION PLEASE.

    Out-of-District applicants must complete the online District application and attach a letter of interest, resume, valid Washington state teaching credential, evidence of Highly Qualified Teacher status and copies of transcripts with degree posted. All hires are subject to completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. The Kennewick School District provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or use of trained dog, guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

    The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:


    Civil Rights & Equity:
    Bronson Brown


    Section 504,
    Title IX: BJ


    This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in all educational programs and/or extra-curricular school activities in the Kennewick School District.

    Inquiries regarding compliance procedures or requests for reasonable accommodation may be directed to the School District's Associate Superintendent or Director of Human Resources.


    Kennewick School District Contact Names and
    Telephone Numbers:


    Toni Neidhold - Director of Human Resources

    Certificated/ Classified ADA