Classified Librarian

Location:

School In The Woods

Recruiting Start Date:

11/02/2026 This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.

Estimated Start Date:

11/09/2026

Performs activities related to coordinating a library within an elementary school, including ordering and shelving books and materials and maintaining inventory, updating library information, checking out books and materials, and providing literacy guidance and enrichments to students.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

Reports consistently for work as scheduled

Performs other duties as assigned

Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards

Assists individual students performing activities instructed by a teacher

Assists students in finding materials and books in the library

Assists teachers in locating materials for classroom, and assembles materials for teachers’ use as directed

Attends district library meetings

Attends meetings and conferences as required

Attends pre-job training, ongoing training, and meetings as required during the school year, in order to remain up-to-date on job procedures

Carries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in a teacher's lesson plan

Checks books in and out with students

Collects data for assessment and monitoring purposes

Conducts library skills sessions for students

Conducts story time for students

Coordinates completion of assignments with classroom teachers

Creates special displays for library, such as holiday displays, and special events to stimulate student interest

Develops and coordinates activities to introduce, orient, and supervise patrons and volunteers to the library

Develops and maintains the library collection, including preparation and administration of the library budget; reviewing, selecting, and ordering of new library materials; maintenance of comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all library materials; weeding of obsolete and worn materials from the collection

Maintains all library statists

Maintains library, shelves books, and keeps library materials, shelves, and work areas organized

Manages a computer-based circulation system

Mends and repairs books as needed

Orders and tracks films from free and rental film services

Follows district polocies for the ordering and processin of all new library materials

Participates in, and assists with planning, school-wide programs and initiatives for literacy and Colorado essential skills

Performs miscellaneous clerical duties and assists other staff members

Processes all inter-library loans

Processes and contacts students and staff regarding overdue notices

Provides reference assistance to students and staff

Supervises students in the use of the various programs on digital devices

Supports the school site plan through collaboration with teachers to integrate the Colorado essential skills and through active involvement in the achievement of the school’s curricular goals

Under the supervision of a teacher, works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher

Uses the network system in the building

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems

Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities

Ability to perform routine bookkeeping and clerical accounting tasks effectively and efficiently

Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities

Ability to work independently without direct supervision

Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility

Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings

Computer proficiency including office productivity applications

Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions

Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities

Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting

Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness

Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills

Detail-oriented

Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible

Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquette

Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher

Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community

Strong mathematical and analytical skills

Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills

Student-centered and relationship-focused

Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community

Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.

The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.

The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.

The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.

Work is generally performed in a school library.

Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions

Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties

Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices

Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils

Typical demands require staff to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, and may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need; climb stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; feel the shape, size and temperature of objects

Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicat