Collection Development Librarian Jobs in Houston, TX

Librarian
St. Augustine Catholic School
Houston TX  77025
Summary:
St. Augustine Catholic School is seeking a responsible, organized, and nurturing individual to serve as School Librarian for students in PK3 through 8th grade. Under the general supervision of the Principal, the Librarian will foster a love of reading and learning by creating a welcoming and engaging library environment that supports both academic growth and spiritual development.
This role is responsible for managing daily library operations, supporting the Archdiocesan curriculum, and guiding students in developing research, literacy, and information skills. The Librarian will collaborate with faculty to enhance classroom instruction, maintain an organized and accessible collection, and promote student success by providing resources tailored to diverse learning needs. The position also includes monitoring student progress, encouraging positive behavior, and communicating effectively with students, parents, and administration.
Category:  Part-time hourly contract basis
Pay Rate:  depending on education & experience
Work Year: school days Aug. - May with some additional training days 
Qualifications:

• Commitment to the philosophy of Catholic education
• Commitment to the Mission of St. Augustine Catholic School
• Minimum of a four-year B.A./B.S. Degree
• Commitment to student growth and success
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member
• Proficiency in technology
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records and confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in library science, Education, or a related field
• Master's degree or Library Certification preferred
• Prior experience working in a school library or educational setting, preferably with PK38th grade students
• Strong knowledge of children's and young adult literature, as well as age-appropriate research resources
• Experience integrating technology into library services, including digital catalogs, databases, and educational tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and staff to support curriculum and student learning
• Catechist certification
• Safe Haven Training

Position Function and Purpose:

• Ensure library materials, print and electronic, are easily accessible and contribute to lifelong learning.
• A facility that functions as the information center for the school.
• The librarian will act as a resource person for the total school community.

Major Responsibilities: Management and Administration of the Library Media Center

• Organize, classify and catalog library materials
• Develop and/or implement library media center policies and procedures consistent with Archdiocesan mission statement
• Make recommendations for library budget expenditures and maintains accurate up-to-date records of all budget transactions. Administers the budget according to the goals and objectives of the program.
• Communicate on a formal and informal level with students, staff, and parents regarding ongoing library activities, collection additions, solicitations of suggestions, etc.
• Work cooperatively with principal and technology coordinator to carry out policies

Resources/Collection Development:

• Supports studies of Catholic education and philosophies
• Plans and purchases library materials based on collection development policy which includes procedure for the reconsideration of materials.
• Evaluates library materials to maintain a balanced collection that includes multicultural selections.
• Maintains circulation and usage records which provide detail for support of ongoing library programs and library media center holdings.
• Maintains complete accurate records of all library holdings. This includes taking an annual inventory.
• Continually evaluates the collection and programs in terms of needs of students, staff and TCCBED standards. The librarian will make general repairs and weed the collection based on needs of the collection.
• Evaluate programs, services, facilities, and materials informally and formally on a continuous basis identifying strengths and weaknesses.

Library Media Services:

• Maintain an attractive atmosphere conducive to learning. Resources will be accessible to students, faculty as well as parents.
• Assist faculty in the selection of materials to supplement classroom instruction such as compiling lists of books for special purposes.
• Maintain a professional library for teachers and parent education library for school families.
• Establish positive report with staff and students. Communicate with teachers to discuss student reading needs, activities, special projects, or assignments.

Student Services: 

• Plans, prepares and presents or monitors lessons for students PK-8 grade.
• Promote reading and encourage students to develop lifelong reading skills.
• Promotes reading and literature appreciation through such activities as book talks, displays, special events, and reading incentive programs.

Professional Growth & Responsibilities:

• Takes part in school activities as requested
• Participates in departmental meetings so that curriculum needs can be incorporated into the library program if necessary.