Urgently Require Elementary Library Specialist in Shoreline, WA

Job title: Elementary Library Specialist

Company: CRISTA Ministries

Job description: CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united yet diverse family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.



CRISTA is five distinct ministries, each with their own vision and mission. And yet, they are all part of the CRISTA family. Each ministry has answered the call to serve in their unique way, striving together toward one goal-to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern's relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media's stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King's Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve. POSITION SUMMARY



The Elementary Library Specialist collaborates with teaching staff in the development of student literacy and creation of student imagination. Provide specialized instruction to students and educate them on how to look up resources and where to find them within the library. Oversee the selection, organization, utilization, and maintenance of the library. Ensure that students are effective users of ideas and information and that they are utilizing resources properly. Collaborate with the principal and assistant principal along with the elementary technology specialist to coordinate library and educational technology programs. Interact daily with students, teachers, parents, and administrators.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS



DUTIES



Introduce students to literature and put books into the hands of children to explore and enjoy.



Gets to know students' interests and connects them to books that spark interest.



Introduce students to a variety of genres.



Teach students how to use certain resources (IE: how to create bibliographies, how to research different topics within the computer search engines, where to find fiction and non-fiction reading material).



Distribute and organize new information in regard to new arrivals (IE: books, magazines, online resource catalogs).



Implement activities such as book fairs, library word search/treasure hunt, character dress up day, etc.



Educate students and teachers on how to access information in a variety of formats.



Maintain the school's library collection of books, documents, audiovisual publications, etc.



Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the principal.



Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).



ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS



CHRIST CENTERED



Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior



Ongoing affirmation of, alignment with and support of CRISTA's Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).



Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.



EDUCATION



Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent. Experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree as long as the Bachelor's degree is scheduled to be completed within a 1 year of hire. K-8 Elementary Education Endorsement.



EXPERIENCE



Successful experience working with children as well as working inside a classroom. Ability to teach, model, and advocate for students and staff.



LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION



Washington State Teacher Certification



CPR/FIRST AID/AED Certified



OTHER CONSIDERATIONS



Demonstrate ability to collaborate successfully with staff and students.



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS



SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE



Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Publisher



NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT



CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King's Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA's religious beliefs. CRISTA's employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA's Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA's Christian Community Policy.



Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA's Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God's creation.

Expected salary: $24 - 28 per hour

Location: Shoreline, WA

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