St. Mary Magdalene: Library/Technology Teacher

Saint Mary Magdalene School

Library/Technology Teacher

Full-Time

Catholic Preferred but Not Required

Saint Mary Magdalene School, a vibrant and culturally diverse PreK-K through 8 school, located at 2940 Parkside Road in Columbus, is seeking an inspiring book enthusiast and technology guru to develop the next generation of readers and techies as our Library/Technology Teacher.

The school is located in Westgate, a gem of a neighborhood in the Hilltop and enrolls approximately 265 students from age 3 - 14. The ideal candidate will be passionate about educating and supporting students K-8. They will be hardworking, collaborative and have strong communication skills. He or she should be willing to work with others as part of a professional learning community as well as plan/implement engaging, standards-based instruction that meets the various learning needs and levels of students, while including technology to enhance the learning experience.

Responsibilities:

Our LibrarianTechnology Teacher plays a vital dual role as both an educator and information specialist

This professional is responsible for developing, managing, and promoting a dynamic library and media center that supports literacy, inquiry, and digital citizenship

The teacher collaborates with classroom teachers to enhance student learning through the integration of literature, information literacy, and technology

Promotes critical thinking, engagement with information in all of its forms, and the use of technology to enhance learning

Assists teachers and students in the selection of appropriate materials for research and units of study

Informs teachers and students of new materials and encourages their circulation through book talks and other promotional opportunities

Provides recommendations and book selection guidance to students and encourages interest in personal reading to enhance their literature background

Provides support to the building technology program

Evaluates, selects, and orders new library materials including print and non-print resources to meet the diverse needs of students and staff

Maintains the library management system and instructs teachers and students on the use of the system

Maintains a current inventory of library materials

Allocates the library budget

Weeds obsolete and worn materials from the collection

Evaluates the library program, services, and materials in terms of adequacy to curricular needs, student needs, community needs, and state and national standards

Facilitate the use of the library space throughout the day, including scheduled classes

Creates a welcoming and learner-centered environment and promotes appropriate conduct of students using the library

Participates in curriculum evaluation committees, as assigned

Supports the students by providing other duties as assigned (i.e. morning, recess, lunch, dismissal duties)

Requirements:

Hold an appropriate Ohio teaching license (Professional, Permanent, or Resident Educator) or be eligible to obtain one before beginning to teach

Current satisfactory BCI & FBI background checks

Have attended or be willing to attend a Virtus Protecting God's Children training

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

See the job description below for more information. Please apply for this position at the bottom of the page.

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR TEACHERS

TITLE: Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate state certification/license:

as required by the grade levels and subjects taught

Religious Education certification as required by the diocese

RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal

JOB GOAL: To assist students in mastering the skills and information in the school curriculum while helping them to grow in faith and responsibility.

THE EIGHT STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT NECESSARILY LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS:

Teachers in the Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Columbus know, understand and contribute to the integration of Catholic teachings and virtues throughout the curriculum and school culture as it supports faith formation and student learning.

Teachers understand student learning, development, and faith formation while respecting the diversity of students.

Teachers know and understand the content for which they have instructional responsibility.

Teachers understand and use varied assessments to inform instruction, evaluate and ensure student learning

Teachers plan and deliver effective instruction that advances the learning of each individual student.

Teachers create Christ-centered learning environments that promote high levels of learning and achievement for all students.

Teachers collaborate and communicate with students, parents, other educators, administrators and the faith community to support student development, learning and faith.

Teachers assume responsibility for their professional academic/spiritual growth, performance, and involvement as an individual and as a member of a Catholic learning community.