Librarian 2026-27

JOB TITLE: Librarian

REPORTS TO: Principal

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

This position is part-time, benefits eligible, approximately 32 hours/week on school days Monday-Friday during the school year.

Additional, flexible summer hours to close the library and reopen before the start of the school year.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a born-again Christian.
• Must be a credible Christian role model whose godly lifestyle and character demonstrate obedience to God and the Holy Bible.
• Must be able to support and comply with the school’s Statement of Faith and Statement of Conduct.
• Must possess Biblical knowledge and the ability to integrate Scripture into subject matters taught.
• Must have an understanding of and commitment to Lighthouse Christian School educational objectives and philosophy of education.
• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and in an internet/online environment; ability to quickly learn and use different software applications.
• Must have sufficient health and physical endurance to be able to complete assigned responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PERSONAL & SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Displays a personal decorum that models professionalism, modesty, and good taste
• Models Christian virtues in attitude, speech, and action
• Exhibits the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22, 23)
• Models and cultivates habits of prayer, faith, and encouragement in self and others
• Participates and contributes to staff devotions and prayer
• Commits and contributes to a local church
• Possesses a solid and growing knowledge of the Scripture and Christianity
• Disciples students toward spiritual growth and maturity
• Maintains good health and physical endurance to fulfill job duties
• Maintains good attendance

LIBRARY PROCEDURES AND MAINTENANCE

• Teach each of the elementary classes (18) weekly
• Maintain and update library circulation system
• Purchase and weeding of library collection
• Process Books to add to the collection and AR Labels
• Organizing and running a book fair
• Organizing and executing Lighthouse Reads
• Coordinating with classroom teachers on library skills
• Teaching library skills
• Maintaining subscriptions
• Maintaining an accurate budget of Library and Lighthouse Reads
• Re-shelving library books and general upkeep of library
• Helping students find best fit books using Star Reading results
• Fostering a love for learning

CLASSROOM/LIBRARY MANAGEMENT

Maintains a physical classroom environment that is conducive to teaching and learning

• The library environment is welcoming
• The library is clean, safe, and orderly
• Library set up and furniture arrangement facilitates instruction

Facilitates positive, productive interactions in the classroom

• Demonstrates genuine care and respect for students
• Students exhibit cordial respect for teacher and peers

Ensures that students consistently perform at a high level

• Establishes and leads class to work towards high standards
• Students understand and follow procedures and routines
• Students are productivity engaged in lessons
• Librarian motivates students to give their best efforts
• Transitions students between lessons/activities with minimum down time
• Maintains proper control of library

INSTRUCTION

Plans Library Instruction and Lessons

• States a clear objective for each lesson
• Lessons contain introduction, body, and conclusion
• Uses transitions to connect main points
• Integrates lessons with other disciplines

Presents lessons that “connect” with students

• Activates students’ prior knowledge and/or experience
• Differentiates instruction as a best practice
• Checks for understanding and adjusts when necessary
• Incorporates direct instruction and multi-modal techniques

Cultivates high level, critical thinking skills in students

• Encourages students to explain, elaborate, and/or defend answers
• Guides students in problem-solving processes
• Equips students to evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and apply
• Corrects student errors appropriately and sensitively

Instills a Biblical worldview in students

• Routinely makes direct connection to Scripture
• Guides students to evaluate content through the lens of a Biblical worldview
• Encourages students towards faith in and obedience to God

Familiarizes self with student Personal Learning Plans (PLPs)

• Coordinates with PLP facilitator, parents, and students to ensure PLP guidelines are met.
• Implements strategies and accommodations identified in PLPs.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Builds Strong Relationships with Parents

• Engenders parental support and trust
• Communicates with parents regularly and effectively, including proactive positive communication
• Informs parents of student concerns: academic, social, behavioral
• Contributes to the general well-being and improvement of the school

Assists the Administration in implementing policies and procedures

• Uphold the school's mission, vision, and values in all aspects of teaching and professional conduct
• Collaborates and cooperates with colleagues
• Attends and contributes to required school meetings and functions, including but not limited to weekly devotions, in-service training, planning meetings, Professional Learning Communities, PLP meetings, conferences, etc.
• Maintains and improves professional credentials
• Seeks opportunities for professional growth and development
• Fully utilize learning management systems, including keeping information up-to-date

Attends planning meetings as required.

• Provides leadership and advocacy to ensure a successful, growing library program at Lighthouse Christian.
• Completes other tasks assigned by administration

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, life and disability insurance
• 401k with match after one year of service
• Generous Paid Time Off: Paid vacation which increases over time, paid sick time and holidays
• Wellness reimbursement, ongoing professional development, as well as complimentary lunch on school days
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• 50% tuition discount for enrolled students or their choice of $2,500 additional retirement contribution, education reimbursement or student loan reimbursement (Prorated based on FTE)