Sacramento - Merryhill School - Elementary Teacher: Librarian and Reading Teacher

http://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=NOBELEAR&cws=1&rid=6535&source=Indeed.com

Job Code: 6535
Employment Duration: Full time

Description
Our school builds the solid academic foundation students need for future success. Classes are led by dedicated, caring teachers who value open communication with parents. We provide a challenging and robust curriculum, innovative instruction, and a vibrant school community. Our students are academically successful and capable of transferring their knowledge and skills to new challenges. Our teachers are proud to be part of our educational team because they are supported by an innovative curriculum and receive ongoing professional development from our education department. If you value a career in an educational community of extraordinary professionals, join ours!

We are currently looking for a energetic, passionate, confident elementary teacher/librarian to join our team.  This position blends the role of school librarian and reading support teacher in a dynamic approach to supporting students' love of literacy across campus. Manage the school library, instruct elementary classes, collaborate with primary teachers as a reinforcement to language arts instruction, facilitate school wide literacy programs and work side by side with our experienced cohort of speciality teachers. If you have a passion for working with children, are dedicated to providing the best education and care to your students, work collaboratively, and want to learn and grow, we want you to be a part of our team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Create, manage and participate in a variety of learning environments and activities focused primarily in the school library that provide opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives.
Create and deliver lesson plans, implement school curriculum, collaborate with teachers, and manage and lead the school library and associated programs.
Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
Execute effective classroom management. 
Participate collaboratively and professionally with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, the general well-being of the school, and collective / individual interest of its staff and student body.
Actively participate in professional development, practice self-assessment, reflective practice and strive for continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, Library Sciences, Reading/Literacy or equivalent.
Teacher credential as specified under state regulations, preferred. 
Advanced degree in education preferred.
Previous teaching experience required.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of and proficiency with technology and commitment to the unique role it plays in the education arena of the 21st Century.