Library Teacher - Grades 4K-5 - Vacancy ID: 258497

The Berlin Area School District and Clay Lamberton Elementary School are looking for a passionate and student-centered educator to lead our school library and STEM program. This position focuses on building a love of reading, supporting information skills, and engaging students in hands-on STEM learning experiences. This is a unique opportunity to shape both literacy and STEM experiences for our youngest learners in a supportive school community.

Creating and building relationships with children and families is at the heart of the work we do. It is an essential component for children and families to feel connected to the school community and for learning to take place. Collaborating with other elementary teachers and professionals throughout the school is essential in this position. 

Clay Lamberton Elementary School is a place where all students find success. Our student body of approximately 400 students has opportunities to learn and grow from a young age. In our primary grades, students explore play-based learning, social-emotional lessons, mathematics built on conceptual understanding, and literacy taught with a focus on the Science of Reading. In our upper grades, students continue to build conceptual mathematical understanding to prepare them for middle school, expand their foundational literacy skills aligned with the Science of Reading, and dig into complex science and social studies theories and lessons. Additionally, all students have access to physical education, music, art, and STEM specialist courses. We believe that the elementary school experience is critical to the development of the overall student and their future success as a learner.

Clay Lamberton Elementary is one of three schools that make up the Berlin Area School District.  Clay Lamberton Elementary (4K-5), Berlin Middle School (6-8), and Berlin High School sit on the same campus and serve as a hub of activity for the greater Berlin community. The Berlin Area School District comprises 14 municipalities, with the City of Berlin at the center.  Berlin is a rural community with a population of 5,500 located approximately 20 minutes west of Oshkosh and 10 minutes north of Green Lake. The Fox River runs through the center of the historic Victorian downtown. Agriculture, health services, light industry, and retail shops comprise Berlin’s economy.

The ideal candidate for this position must be able to demonstrate knowledge and effectiveness in the following areas:

• Establishing a developmentally appropriate, positive, inclusive, and safe environment that is conducive to learning.

• Provide weekly lessons for students in 4K-5th grade, focusing on reading habits, information skills, use of library resources, and engaging students in hands-on STEM experiences.

• Managing and organizing the school library and STEM spaces.

• Collaborating with classroom teachers.

• Researching and using effective STEM materials and practices to design engaging, creative learning experiences for diverse learners.

• Establishing and maintaining effective routines and procedures.

• Using resources, including technology, to effectively communicate.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.

• Provide appropriate supervision for children at all times.

• Attending staff meetings, professional development, and intervention team meetings.

Salary, benefits, and length of contract:  This position works a 190-day contract with a salary based on experience, not less than $47,512, and has an excellent benefits package.  

How to apply:  Apply by completing the WECAN application, attaching an updated cover letter and resume, and providing three letters of recommendation that are no more than two years old.  Copies of transcripts and licenses will be required prior to employment.

The Berlin Area School District is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.