Job Description

Responsibilities

Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Teach lower school classes for Grades K-2;
• Preparation of materials, including lesson plans and assessments;
• Plan, evaluate, and revise library curricula, lesson content, lesson materials, and methods of instruction;
• Empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, informed consumers, and ethical users of information;
• Instruct students how to use the library and its materials effectively and provide individual assistance to students and faculty as needed; 
• Supervise and educate students so their behavior supports the library’s academic and social-emotional purpose;
• Assist in opening and closing the library daily;
• Assist students, faculty, and staff in the circulation of library materials, use of the online catalogs, and use of online database resources;
• Assist with evaluating, selecting, cataloging, classifying, and weeding all print and non-print material; 
• Manage and create library displays;
• Assist teachers in Grades K-2 with collecting library materials for special projects;
• Assist with inventory of all library holdings;
• Perform a variety of library clerical and computer-related tasks as assigned;
• Regular participation in professional development opportunities to maintain and grow expertise in the subject matter;
• Collaboration with members of the K-12 Library Department, Lower School faculty, staff, and the entire K-12 community;
• Attend Lower School meetings, workshops, and in-service programs;
• Serve as a “Panther Pod” (advisory) leader;
• Enthusiastic participation in the greater life of the school;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in elementary education; three or more years of library experience; master’s degree in library science is preferred;
• Demonstrated experience creating inclusive learning environments and opportunities;
• Solid understanding of childhood development, strong communication skills, and a passion for teaching this age level;
• Ability to manage competing demands and adapt to frequent or unexpected changes;
• Ability to work collaboratively and methodically with students, parents, faculty, and staff on a regular basis;
• Ability to use effective class management techniques;
• Engage robustly in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion to promote a healthy learning environment;
• Strong computer skills, including previous use of an integrated library system, use of various databases and other electronic resources, and internet searching expertise is preferred;
• Love of reading, information, and working with students and teachers; 
• Superb organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as a team member.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Work in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines, as well as a diverse array of contacts;
• Work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time;
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds;
• Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled classroom environment;
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

Equal Opportunity Employer

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, Poly will recruit, hire, train, and promote faculty and staff without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition and physical or mental disability (whether perceived or actual), or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. School policy also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

About Polytechnic School

Founded in 1907, Polytechnic School is the first nonprofit, coeducational, K-12, independent school in Southern California. The meaning of polytechnic as “many arts” is reflected in the school’s ambitious and student-centered educational program. Nationally recognized as a K-12 educational leader, Poly develops the unique intellect, talents, and character of each student through transformative teaching within a diverse community devoted to academic excellence, the creative arts, the camaraderie of team sports, and service to others. Poly strives to be an inclusive community that fosters academic excellence and personal growth by ensuring that all of our 870 students, nearly 65% of whom identify as Students of Color, are seen, heard, and valued as their authentic selves. We respect the dignity and worth of every individual and seek to celebrate the joy, the love, and the creativity that emanate from the human spirit. Throughout our Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools, students, faculty, and staff commit to deepening our understanding and knowledge of ourselves, each other, and our ever-changing world. Within our community of care, Poly students build the confidence and capacity t ... o think critically and creatively to become responsible global citizens and intellectual leaders. Taught by an extraordinary faculty, Poly graduates are ready to fulfill the promise of their talents and lead meaningful, purposeful lives. To learn more about Polytechnic School, please visit us at

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