High School of Commerce Library Media Specialist

Grade Level: 9-12

Start Date: Immediate Opening

Location: High School of Commerce

About the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership

In 2015, the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and Springfield Public Schools partnered to form the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP). SEZP is committed to ensuring that the middle and high schools in "The Zone" are engaging environments where teachers receive the supports they need to grow professionally, and students have the opportunity to acquire the academic and personal skills to succeed in the college or career of their choice.

Each SEZP school has the autonomy to craft and implement its own, unique vision for success and receives support from an ecosystem of national-caliber partners. Furthermore, Teacher Leadership Teams at each school ensure that teacher voice is heard and that there is strong communication between school administration and staff.

Teaching in SEZP

SEZP is seeking educators who are excited to work in a collaborative, engaging, diverse, and high energy environment. We are seeking team players committed to the SEZP mission, high expectations, and their own professional growth.

About the High School of Commerce

The High School of Commerce is an urban school serving approximately 1200 students. At the HSC we are committed to making a difference and ensuring all students can reach their full potential. The HSC has experienced academic improvements in the last few years that show it is heading in the direction for great success. We are intent on strengthening the recent student gains that we have made and have partnered with the Springfield Empowerment Zone to help increase the momentum of these improvements.

Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are committed to working with underprivileged students and families to close the existing achievement gap. We work hard and constantly seek to improve our practice so we can prepare our scholars for high student achievement and college or career readiness.

Library Media Specialist Responsibilities

Create and maintain a school library media center that provides a teaching and learning environment that is inviting, safe, readily accessible, and conducive to student learning.

Actively promote reading, information literacy skills, and information resource use through classes and instructional supports including virtual learning guidance, tools to support reading and writing, and strategies for making digital and print resources accessible to all students.

Support students and staff in information and technology literacy skills, including reading for understanding, the research process, engaging inquiry, collaboration, critical thinking, and developing multiple literacies.

Cooperate and network with other agencies, organizations, and institutions to provide expanded access to digital and print resources for students and teachers.

Develop policies and procedures that ensure maximum accessibility, efficient operation, and effective facility use.

Establish annual and long-term measurable goals for the school library media program that are aligned with the school mission and objectives.

Collaborate with leaders and teachers to maximize digital and print resource access for all of the school community.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Appropriate subject area content (e.g. Library or Media Specialist) and high school level licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Highly Desired

Experience teaching in an urban setting

Bilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Spanish)

Experience with instruction on information and technology literacy skills

Experience in evaluating, selecting, and managing print and digital resources

Expertise in basic technology, including computer operation, productivity software, and basic network knowledge

Knowledge of instructional methods, strategies, and pedagogy

SEZP offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; salaries for new teachers start at $49,000. Positions will be filled on a rolling basis; applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

Please contact sezp@springfieldempowerment.org with any questions.



Primary Location: Commerce HS
Salary Range: Based on collective bargaining unit salary schedule
Shift Type: FT - Full Year

Job Contact Information:

Name: Diane
Title: Bauer
Phone:
Email: bauerd@springfieldpublicschools.com