Spring Grove Area School District
School librarian/media specialist (with STEM integration)
Spring Grove Area School District, Spring Grove, Pennsylvania, United States, 17362
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Library Science Instructor (K-6)
Date Posted: 8/7/2025
Location: Spring Grove Area School District
Date Available: Upon Board Approval
Closing Date: Until Filled School librarian/media specialist job description (with STEM integration) This job description outlines the evolving role of a school librarian or media specialist in today's educational landscape, emphasizing their role in promoting and integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) learning experiences.
Job title:
School librarian/media specialist General description:
The school librarian/media specialist will be responsible for leading and managing the school's library and media center, fostering a vibrant learning environment that supports both traditional literacy and the development of 21st-century skills, including robust STEM education. This includes curating resources, providing instruction, collaborating with teachers, and facilitating student learning across all subject areas, with a particular focus on integrating technology and STEM concepts.
Librarian Certificate is a requirement
Essential duties and responsibilities
Curate and Manage the Library Collection:
Develop and maintain a diverse collection of print, non-print, and digital resources that support the curriculum and interests of all students, including a focus on STEM-related materials. Evaluate and select new resources, emphasizing those that promote inquiry, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills in STEM fields. Ensure equitable access to resources and information for all learners, considering diverse learning styles and needs. Oversee the circulation of library materials, maintaining an organized and accessible catalog system.
Provide Instruction and Support for Information and Digital Literacy:
Design and deliver engaging lessons and workshops on information literacy skills, including researching, evaluating, and citing sources, with a strong emphasis on locating and utilizing STEM information. Facilitate instruction on the ethical use of information, digital citizenship, and online safety. Teach students how to effectively use various technologies, including online databases, educational software, and emerging tools relevant to STEM learning. Guide students in utilizing digital tools for research, project creation, and collaboration within STEM projects.
Lead and Integrate STEM Learning:
Develop and implement an interactive STEM curriculum that encourages creativity, innovation, and aligns with state and national standards. Create a physical and digital learning environment (e.g., a makerspace or innovative learning lab) that fosters STEM exploration and hands-on learning, including activities such as coding, robotics, 3D printing, and thinking. Collaborate with teachers to integrate STEM concepts and resources into the curriculum across grade levels and subject areas. Organize and lead extracurricular STEM-related clubs, competitions, and events, such as a school science fair. Guide students in computational thinking and the creation of new technologies. Connect students and teachers with STEM professionals and organizations to expand learning opportunities.
Collaborate with the School Community:
Work as an instructional partner with teachers to integrate library resources, technology, and STEM concepts into classroom lessons and activities. Assist teachers in selecting appropriate materials and resources for curriculum units, including specialized STEM resources. Provide professional development opportunities for teachers on utilizing library resources, integrating technology, and incorporating STEM practices into their teaching. Collaborate with administrators, parents, and community partners to promote library programs and support student learning in STEM.
Program Administration:
Prepare and manage the school library media program, budget, allocating resources effectively to support curriculum, student needs, and STEM initiatives. Utilize data and assessment to evaluate the effectiveness of the library program and identify areas for continuous improvement. Maintain a positive, safe, and inviting physical and online library space that promotes learning, collaboration, and inquiry for all students. Supervise and evaluate library support staff, student assistants, and volunteers.
Date Posted: 8/7/2025
Location: Spring Grove Area School District
Date Available: Upon Board Approval
Closing Date: Until Filled School librarian/media specialist job description (with STEM integration) This job description outlines the evolving role of a school librarian or media specialist in today's educational landscape, emphasizing their role in promoting and integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) learning experiences.
Job title:
School librarian/media specialist General description:
The school librarian/media specialist will be responsible for leading and managing the school's library and media center, fostering a vibrant learning environment that supports both traditional literacy and the development of 21st-century skills, including robust STEM education. This includes curating resources, providing instruction, collaborating with teachers, and facilitating student learning across all subject areas, with a particular focus on integrating technology and STEM concepts.
Librarian Certificate is a requirement
Essential duties and responsibilities
Curate and Manage the Library Collection:
Develop and maintain a diverse collection of print, non-print, and digital resources that support the curriculum and interests of all students, including a focus on STEM-related materials. Evaluate and select new resources, emphasizing those that promote inquiry, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills in STEM fields. Ensure equitable access to resources and information for all learners, considering diverse learning styles and needs. Oversee the circulation of library materials, maintaining an organized and accessible catalog system.
Provide Instruction and Support for Information and Digital Literacy:
Design and deliver engaging lessons and workshops on information literacy skills, including researching, evaluating, and citing sources, with a strong emphasis on locating and utilizing STEM information. Facilitate instruction on the ethical use of information, digital citizenship, and online safety. Teach students how to effectively use various technologies, including online databases, educational software, and emerging tools relevant to STEM learning. Guide students in utilizing digital tools for research, project creation, and collaboration within STEM projects.
Lead and Integrate STEM Learning:
Develop and implement an interactive STEM curriculum that encourages creativity, innovation, and aligns with state and national standards. Create a physical and digital learning environment (e.g., a makerspace or innovative learning lab) that fosters STEM exploration and hands-on learning, including activities such as coding, robotics, 3D printing, and thinking. Collaborate with teachers to integrate STEM concepts and resources into the curriculum across grade levels and subject areas. Organize and lead extracurricular STEM-related clubs, competitions, and events, such as a school science fair. Guide students in computational thinking and the creation of new technologies. Connect students and teachers with STEM professionals and organizations to expand learning opportunities.
Collaborate with the School Community:
Work as an instructional partner with teachers to integrate library resources, technology, and STEM concepts into classroom lessons and activities. Assist teachers in selecting appropriate materials and resources for curriculum units, including specialized STEM resources. Provide professional development opportunities for teachers on utilizing library resources, integrating technology, and incorporating STEM practices into their teaching. Collaborate with administrators, parents, and community partners to promote library programs and support student learning in STEM.
Program Administration:
Prepare and manage the school library media program, budget, allocating resources effectively to support curriculum, student needs, and STEM initiatives. Utilize data and assessment to evaluate the effectiveness of the library program and identify areas for continuous improvement. Maintain a positive, safe, and inviting physical and online library space that promotes learning, collaboration, and inquiry for all students. Supervise and evaluate library support staff, student assistants, and volunteers.