8th & 9th Grade Teacher Librarian - Northview Middle School

The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) is renowned for its excellence across academics athletics the arts and various activities. Situated in central Iowa just 6 miles from Des Moines Ankeny CSD caters to over 12800 students from preschool through 12th grade making it the 7th largest district in the state. With a strong reputation for its commitment to student success and a competitive salary and benefits package Ankeny CSD is a standout choice for both educators and families seeking a highquality educational environment.

JDE: 4.17

Teacher Librarian

Purpose Statement

The Teacher Librarian collaborates with staff to develop deliver and evaluate an information and technology literacy curriculum at assigned buildings. The primary focus of the librarian will be to design implement and evaluate a school library program and support the implementation of technology related to the districts digital learning program.

Job Title:Teacher Librarian

Salary Range: See Teacher Salary Schedule This position has an associated stipend provided for 5 extended days beyond the standard contract.

Benefit Summary: C

Reports To: Building Principal

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required.
• Masters degree in library and information sciences or related field preferred.
• Successful experience in teaching information and technology literacy preferred.
• Current Iowa license with one or more of the following endorsements: K12 School Teacher Librarian or 512 Secondary School Teacher Librarian.
• Is respectful and appropriately interacts with staff students and visitors.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Essential Functions

Instructional Support and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with teachers to develop deliver and evaluate an information and technology literacy curriculum at Northview Middle School.
• At the 8/9 level instruction will be embedded into classroom activities by partnering with teachers and other building staff.
• Assist with district curriculum development by participating in team planning and teaching serving as a classroom resource person and providing instructional materials support.
• Provide professional development support to teachers on emerging technologies technology integration and online resources.
• Support instruction for diverse learning abilities styles and needs and model and promote effective and creative teaching strategies.
• Help students become independent users of information.

Technology and Digital Learning:

• Promote and support the appropriate use of technology by students and teachers including digital citizenship skills.
• Ensure that technology related to the districts digital learning program (makerspace equipment Chromebooks tablets etc.) is repaired maintained and updated as needed.

Library Services and Literacy Promotion:

• Promote and assist staff and students in the use of a variety of print nonprint and digital resources.
• Provide instructional support for and assistance with all facets of the research process.
• Provide reading guidance and encourage reading for both enjoyment and information.
• Communicate with parents and teachers on services of the library.

Library Program Administration:

• Design implement and evaluate a school library program at Northview Middle School.
• The program will support building and district goals and fulfill requirements for school library programs as defined by the State of Iowa.
• Coordinate with building administrators on:
• The daily operation of the school library.
• Management of media center budgets.
• Distribution of textbooks.
• Training and supervision of library staff student aides and volunteers.
• Encourage the use of the school library and its resources by establishing a friendly productive atmosphere and ensuring flexible convenient access.
• Inform administrators staff students families and other stakeholders about school library program goals digital learning opportunities and school library activities.
• Communicate with principals and/or Academic Services regarding successes and concerns surrounding the school library program.
• Organize and maintain records of acquisitions holdings circulation etc. for hardware and materials inventory maintenance and access purposes.
• Select and manage materials (print nonprint and digital) textbooks curriculum materials and equipment according to board policy state and federal legislation and supporting regulations.

Professional Growth and District Participation:

• Participate in districtlevel meetings professional development committee work and curriculum writing.
• Remain current in the profession through professional growth.

Other Functions

• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the Ankeny Community School District safety program.
• Supports the goals and objectives of the school district and follow all district policies.
• Demonstrates the ability to attend work on a regular and routine basis to avoid disruption to district operations.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Working Environment

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands: lifting carrying pushing pulling climbing reaching driving standing and walking. Working conditions may include extreme temperatures and humidity. Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases. This position requires one to maintain emotional control under stress.

Terms of Employment

Work year established by the District; Salary according to schedule adopted annually.

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Evaluation

Job performance will be evaluated annually as per district policies and procedures.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Approved by: Justin Mohr Date: March 27th 2025

The Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.