Librarian/Library Teacher

Yellowstone Schools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master’s degree in Library Sciences or similar
• Five years’ experience teaching in content area
• Valid/Current Texas Teacher Certification in content
• Lead Teacher experience at Yellowstone or other school, preferred but not required             

 

Organizational Overview

Founded in 2001 and rooted in the Christian faith, Yellowstone Schools collectively educates 600 children in Pre-K through 10th grade and will grow a grade each year to serve 12th grade by 2026. Yellowstone partners with students and families—regardless of financial means—to provide a life-changing education, develop a strong moral foundation, and prepare scholars for life beyond high school. The K-12 campus is located in the Third Ward, one of Houston's oldest historically Black neighborhoods.

Most students served live in communities without access to robust educational opportunities. With classes from 16 to 22, our students experience a rich academic and co-curricular model while receiving bus transportation, two meals a day, and access to a comprehensive student support program.

Yellowstone Schools consists of a cooperative of two school systems: a lower school (a private Christian school serving PreK-5th grade) and an upper school (a tuition-free, public charter school growing to serve 6th-12th grade). The lower school and upper school are distinct legal and financial entities with separate governing boards. The name Yellowstone Schools reflects each school system’s shared mission, vision, values, culture, and leadership. Each school complies with all applicable federal and state laws.

 

Position Overview

An exciting opportunity awaits a dynamic and passionate individual to join our team as a dedicated librarian serving students in early childhood through high school. As the founding school librarian, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a love for reading and learning. This position provides a unique chance to curate an engaging collection of books, implement innovative library programs, and collaborate with teachers to integrate literacy into the curriculum. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to create a warm and welcoming library environment that sparks curiosity, supports academic achievement, and cultivates a lifelong appreciation for literature and knowledge. If you are an enthusiastic advocate for literacy, possess strong organizational skills, and are committed to inspiring young minds, we invite you to be part of our vibrant educational community.

 

Essential Duties

Yellowstone is committed to offering students a comprehensive library experience.  The Librarian will: 

• Supervise and manage the school library/media center 

• Oversee the selection, ordering, circulation, and inventory of library/media materials
• Purchase and catalog books for the library collection
• Manage the system of processing and shelving library materials
• Provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems 
• Serve as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to ensure that library/media center engages with instructional programs of the school
• Teach weekly library lessons to scheduled lower school classes
• Check books out to upper school students during bi-weekly library visits 
• Serve on the Lower School Leadership Team

 

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Work requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry items up to 15 pounds, to walk short distances, and drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials and meet candidates.

 

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Yellowstone Schools offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical (including HSA), dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings options, $50K employer-paid life insurance, supplemental life ( short-term disability insurance, cancer, hospital, accident), EAP, wellness day off and generous paid time off program, and 10-weeks paid parental leave.

 

Apply for this Position

To apply for this position, please complete an online application, which can be accessed directly here or through the “careers” section on the Yellowstone website at www.yellowstoneschools.org. Yellowstone will notify candidates if they are selected for the next round of the application process. The process will include participating in a comprehensive interview process and teaching a sample lesson on campus.

 

Yellowstone does not refuse to hire, terminate, or otherwise discriminate against any individual with respect to compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of race, color, sex, or national or ethnic origin.