High School Librarian

High School Librarian

Position Summary

The High School Librarian serves as an instructional leader, information specialist, literacy advocate, and resource coordinator who creates and maintains a welcoming, student-centered library environment. The librarian manages all aspects of the library program while supporting student achievement through literacy development, information literacy instruction, technology integration, and implementation of the school's Multi-Layered System of Supports (MLSS). The library serves as a central hub for academic support, intervention services, collaboration, independent learning, and student engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Library Program Management

Manage and maintain the high school library, including print, digital, and multimedia resources.

Maintain accurate records of library materials, circulation, inventory, and budget expenditures.

Evaluate, select, and acquire library resources that support curriculum standards and meet the diverse needs and interests of students.

Continuously expand and modernize library collections to support literacy, research, college and career readiness, and student engagement.

Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal requirements related to library services and instructional materials.

Maintain a welcoming, organized, safe, and effective learning environment.

Instructional Support and Literacy Leadership

Collaborate with teachers to support curriculum, research projects, literacy initiatives, and instructional goals.

Provide direct instruction in information literacy, research skills, media literacy, and digital citizenship.

Assist students and staff in locating, evaluating, and utilizing instructional resources and technology tools.

Support the integration of technology and digital resources into classroom instruction.

Provide professional development and instructional resource support for staff as needed.

Promote reading and literacy through book talks, reading programs, displays, events, and student engagement activities.

Student Support and MLSS Coordination

Collaborate with counselors, administrators, teachers, and intervention teams to support implementation of the school's Multi-Layered System of Supports (MLSS).

Assist with data collection, organization, analysis, and reporting to identify students needing academic, behavioral, attendance, literacy, or enrichment interventions.

Coordinate and support intervention groups, tutoring opportunities, and student support initiatives within the library setting.

Develop and maintain the library as a flexible learning space that supports intervention services, collaborative learning, independent study, and enrichment opportunities.

Support student achievement by providing equitable access to resources, academic assistance, and learning opportunities.

Collaboration and School Leadership

Partner with administration to review, evaluate, and update library collections to ensure materials are age-appropriate, culturally responsive, relevant, and aligned with student needs.

Serve as a resource for students, staff, families, and community partners by promoting access to information, learning opportunities, and library services.

Work collaboratively with school leadership to establish the library as a central hub that supports instruction, intervention, literacy, student achievement, and positive school culture.

Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise students utilizing library facilities and resources.

Supervise library educational assistants, volunteers, student aides, and other personnel assigned to the library program.

Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment consistent with district policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Valid New Mexico Teaching License.

Valid New Mexico School Librarian License or endorsement.

Experience working in a school, public, academic, or related library setting.

Knowledge of library management systems, information literacy practices, educational technology, and instructional resources.

Strong organizational, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work effectively with students, staff, families, and community partners.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous teaching experience in a K–12 educational setting.

Experience working with high school students.

Experience supporting literacy initiatives, research instruction, and technology integration.

Experience supporting student intervention programs, data analysis, or MLSS implementation.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with teachers and school leaders to improve student achievement and engagement.

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