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Re-posting: Note that the email address for submitted resumes has been corrected below: Lower School Librarian (full time, begins August 2017) The Lower School Librarian values the mission of the school, a school for “hearts and minds,” and is committed to creating an inviting environment that engages students in lifelong learning. In collaboration with faculty, this educator designs, implements, and teaches a reading and information literacy program for grades K-4, a program that instills a love of learning, fosters multiple literacies, and empowers students to be enthusiastic readers, responsible users of information, and creative and critical thinkers. Job Requirements: * Master’s degree from an American Library Association accredited program * Two to three years’ experience as a lower school teacher librarian, preferred * Book ordering, cataloging and circulation, and inventory * Broad-based reader with a proficient knowledge of literature and resources * Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, supported by a sense of humor * Proficient communicator who works effectively with faculty and students * Creativity, knowledge, and willingness to promote the library * Knowledgeable in the inquiry learning model and visual thinking process * Knowledgeable about child development so as to plan literacy programs * A demonstrated learner within a digital environment and facilitator in using online catalog, audiobooks, LibGuides, library blogs, and databases * Experience in maintaining a library, media, and design space that affords zones for reading, concentration, collaboration, research, and creation * Enthusiastic collaborator with parents and library volunteers * Adheres to ALA and AASL professional standards for librarians Forward resumes to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> www.aoshouston.org<http://www.aoshouston.org/> Joan Lange AOS Director of Libraries 3600 Yoakum Boulevard Houston, TX 77006 713-470-5685