Position Type: Student Support Services/Librarian/Media Specialist
Date Posted: 5/14/2025
Location: District
Closing Date: Until Filled
Date: May 14, 2025 From: Office of Superintendent Subject: Vacancy Position: Librarian/Media Specialist (3) Pennsauken Public Schools is an urban/suburban Pre-K to 12th grade school district of approximately 5,000 students located in Camden County, New Jersey
Responsibilities:
Assists Language Arts supervisors with the creation of classroom libraries for the district
Researches and orders authentic young adult literature titles that connect reading and writing themes in Language Arts textbooks for the district
Analyzes library collections and prepares annual book orders
Researches databases and Internet applications that support curriculum for the district
Co-teaches the research process on an “as needed” basis at intermediate and middle school level
Conducts annual library needs assessments
Assists library aides in the maintenance and care of school libraries and their collections for the district
Creates a library reading incentive program for the district
Takes inventory of all media center materials
Operates specialized computer system for circulation media center materials
Maintains and organizes periodicals
Assists in controlling status of books in circulation
Orders library supply materials
Assists with the processing of new materials
Maintains computerized records
Liaison with the Pennsauken Township Library
Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Library and Information Sciences
Experience in a school library
General knowledge of the procedures, practices and equipment of a school library center
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and school employees
Endorsement #2850, or #2855 Library Skills Development New Jersey State Certification REQUIRED
MUST pass NJ Criminal History Review Unit fingerprinting requirement
New Jersey State residency requirements for public employees in effect
Terms: Salary, terms and conditions of employment as per PEA contract
Applications are accepted on-line only. To apply, go to www.pennsauken.net and choose employment.
Please submit your resume, cover letter, references and applicable certifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered.