Library Coordinator TK-6 at La Canada Unified School District
About the Employer
“Our Success is Intentional” La Cañada Unified School District is a learning community committed to personal growth and academic excellence. All facets of the district work to ensure its success is intentional. Part of the fabric of the community, La Cañada schools inspire a national standard for high academic achievement, citizenship, and student well-being. LCUSD emphasizes safety, security, and a wide array of wellness offerings as a priority on each of its school campuses. The district operates three elementary schools and a combined grades 7-12 middle and high school. Current student enrollment is approximately 3,975 students, supported by 517 highly qualified employees. Each school in the district has developed a comprehensive Responsive Teaching Plan, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Plan, and has adopted Stanford’s Challenge Success initiative to ensure that all students receive appropriate tiers of support in mastering academic standards and in developing their social, emotional, and physical health and resilience. La Cañada Flintridge is home of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Descanso Gardens. The professional residents of La Cañada are attracted to the city because of its excellent schools and its strong community spirit. Parent participation and involvement in the schools are extensive as evidenced by a robust La Cañada Educational Foundation, which contributes over $2 million annually to the district, the active volunteerism and program support of the PTA at each school site, and the Spartan Boosters at LCHS grades 7-12. Approximately 95% of graduating seniors enroll in post-secondary schools, with students attending their best fit colleges and universities across the nation. All of our schools have been named National Blue Ribbon schools, with Palm Crest and Paradise Canyon Elementary Schools recognized in 2021. La Cañada High School 7/8 was named a National Forum “School to Watch” school four times, most recently in 2023. All LCUSD schools have been designated as California Distinguished Schools, with its three elementary schools recognized again in 2023.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under supervision of the school principal, the library coordinator supports the teachers in teaching children to read by providing a variety of books, materials and online programs that are organized according to current library standards and procedures. This position is located at Palm Crest Elementary School.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: 1. Previous Experience: One year of responsible clerical experience required, preferably in a school setting. Library experience preferred. 2. Education: Graduation from high school and completion of an Associate of Arts Degree (AA) required. Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree and/or related work experience desired. Work Calendar: 6.0 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with a work calendar of school year plus five additional days (SY + 5), considered to be a total of ten (10) months. The first day for students is Monday, August 15, 2022, preceded by a staff professional development day on Friday, August 12, 2022. The last day with students is Friday, June 3, 2023. The chosen candidate will start immediately upon fingerprint and TB clearance. A six-month probationary period must be passed before a new classified employee becomes permanent with the District.
Application Procedure: 1. Current district employees need only to submit a written letter of interest to apply. External applicants may submit an electronic application through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). Please attach a cover letter, a resume, references with contact information, and at least three (3) current letters of recommendation. Letters should be addressed to: Dr. Debra Cradduck, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources La Cañada Unified School District 4490 Cornishon Avenue La Cañada, CA 91011 dcradduck@lcusd.net 2. Interview invitations will be issued by phone or email. Interviews will be conducted in person before an interview panel. 3. To be considered as a candidate for the position, applicants may be required to take and pass a skills test. If a skills test is required, candidates will be notified regarding the testing date, which will be scheduled before or on the same day as the interviews. If a skills test is required, the test score, as well as performance in the interview, will be considered when selecting finalists. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Items below are required for an application to be considered:
- Resume (with references, including contact information)
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: 1. Previous Experience: One year of responsible clerical experience required, preferably in a school setting. Library experience preferred. 2. Education: Graduation from high school and completion of an Associate of Arts Degree (AA) required. Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree and/or related work experience desired. Work Calendar: 6.0 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with a work calendar of school year plus five additional days (SY + 5), considered to be a total of ten (10) months. The first day for students is Monday, August 15, 2022, preceded by a staff professional development day on Friday, August 12, 2022. The last day with students is Friday, June 3, 2023. The chosen candidate will start immediately upon fingerprint and TB clearance. A six-month probationary period must be passed before a new classified employee becomes permanent with the District.
Application Procedure: 1. Current district employees need only to submit a written letter of interest to apply. External applicants may submit an electronic application through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). Please attach a cover letter, a resume, references with contact information, and at least three (3) current letters of recommendation. Letters should be addressed to: Dr. Debra Cradduck, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources La Cañada Unified School District 4490 Cornishon Avenue La Cañada, CA 91011 dcradduck@lcusd.net 2. Interview invitations will be issued by phone or email. Interviews will be conducted in person before an interview panel. 3. To be considered as a candidate for the position, applicants may be required to take and pass a skills test. If a skills test is required, candidates will be notified regarding the testing date, which will be scheduled before or on the same day as the interviews. If a skills test is required, the test score, as well as performance in the interview, will be considered when selecting finalists. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Items below are required for an application to be considered:
- Resume (with references, including contact information)
Comments and Other Information
Salary: Placement on classified salary range 22 is dependent on experience as a library coordinator in a similar educational setting. The monthly wage range is $2,414.54 to $3,080.73, which corresponds to $18.57 to $23.79 per hour. Employees in this position are paid over ten (10) months, mid-August to mid-June.
Benefits: An excellent benefits package is offered to employees who work 50% or more of a full-time position, with the District contributing up to $18,034 per year per employee. Premiums paid by a part-time employee are pro-rated based on the employee’s full-time equivalent (FTE) percentage. The FTE for this position is 0.75 (75% of a full-time position).
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Comments and Other Information
Salary: Placement on classified salary range 22 is dependent on experience as a library coordinator in a similar educational setting. The monthly wage range is $2,414.54 to $3,080.73, which corresponds to $18.57 to $23.79 per hour. Employees in this position are paid over ten (10) months, mid-August to mid-June.
Benefits: An excellent benefits package is offered to employees who work 50% or more of a full-time position, with the District contributing up to $18,034 per year per employee. Premiums paid by a part-time employee are pro-rated based on the employee’s full-time equivalent (FTE) percentage. The FTE for this position is 0.75 (75% of a full-time position).
More information about this position can be found by clicking the "View Job Description" button.
Application Deadline
8/28/2022 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
8/2/2022
Contact
Christine Golder
818-952-8072
818-952-8072
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Wage range is $2,414.54 to $3,080.73 per month, which corresponds to $18.57 to $23.79 per hour
Length of Work Year
August 9, 2022 - June 5, 2023
Employment Type
Part Time