Position Details
- Position Type: Classified Support Staff
- Grade Levels: PreKindergarten-6th Grade
- Schedule: Approximately 29 hours per week
- Classification: Part-time, non-certified
- Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits
- Starting Date: To be determined
- Compensation: Based on the board-approved classified employee compensation schedule
Position Purpose
Shakamak Elementary School is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and student-centered Elementary Library and Digital Learning Facilitator who is passionate about inspiring children to become lifelong readers, learners, and responsible digital citizens.
The Library and Digital Learning Facilitator will cultivate a culture of literacy, curiosity, creativity, and exploration by creating meaningful library experiences that reinforce classroom learning, foster a love of reading, and integrate age-appropriate technology and digital literacy skills.
Working collaboratively with teachers and administration, the facilitator will help ensure the library serves as an extension of the classroom, a place where every student feels welcomed, challenged, inspired, and excited to learn.
Essential Responsibilities
Literacy and Student Engagement
Foster a lifelong love of reading through engaging and meaningful library experiences.- Read and share high-quality literature with students through interactive read-a louds, book talks, author studies, and literacy activities.
- Encourage students to explore a wide variety of literature and informational texts while helping them discover books that match their interests and reading abilities.
- Inspire curiosity, creativity, imagination, and critical thinking through literature,
- Support reluctant and struggling readers by recommending engaging books and resources.
- Promote family literacy and encourage reading beyond the school day.
Instruction and Learning
Plan and facilitate engaging library lessons aligned with the Indiana Academic Standards for English Language Arts.- Reinforce literacy concepts including vocabulary, comprehension, research, inquiry, and information literacy.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to support curriculum, classroom projects, and student learning.
- Design hands-on learning experiences that extend classroom instruction through literature and library resources.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Digital Learning
Integrate technology into library instruction through engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.- Reinforce the Indiana Academic Standards for Computer Science through digital citizenship, keyboarding, technology applications, research skills, and introductory computer science concepts.
- Teach responsible and safe use of technology.
- Assist students in becoming confident digital learners.
Library Leadership
Maintain an organized, welcoming, attractive, and student-centered library environment.- Manage circulation of library materials including checkout, returns, shelving, inventory, and overdue materials.
- Recommend books and educational resources that support curriculum and student interests.
- Create engaging library displays, reading promotions, and literacy celebrations throughout the year.
- Assist with collection development and maintenance.
- Collaborate with the district's library staff to ensure consistency, share ideas, and strengthen library programming across the district.
Qualifications
Associate degree or higher in education, library science, literacy, instructional technology, computer science, or related field.- Experience in an elementary school, library, educational setting, or youth program.
- Knowledge of children's literature and reading development.
- Experience planning engaging instructional activities.
- Familiarity with the Indiana Academic Standards for English Language Arts and Computer Science.
- Experience integrating technology into elementary instruction.
Desired Characteristics
The successful candidate will:
Be passionate about children's literature and literacy.- Inspire students to become lifelong readers.
- Build positive relationships with students and families.
- Create engaging, joyful learning experiences.
- Value collaboration with classroom teachers.
- Be creative, organized, and innovative.
- Take pride in creating a beautiful, welcoming, and engaging library environment.
- Continuously seek new ideas, books, technology resources, and instructional strategies that enhance student learning.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit an application through the district's online employment portal. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.
MSD of Shakamak is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
