Elementary School Librarian/Media Specialist                                                                  

Parents:  It is my pleasure to begin my twenty fifth year at St. Catherine School as Librarian/Media Specialist.  As technology develops and becomes more available due to Mr. Lonneman’s persistent guidance, the library has truly becoming a resource center.  The library circulation and cataloging systems have been computerized for several years.  Computers for keyboarding practice, for internet access and for catalogue searches are also available. 

Book selection and checking out,  library skills classes and assistance with the Accelerated Reading Reading Incentive Program will be included in the Library times.  Stories, poetry, articles, etc. will be read to students weekly for K-2.

Checking out and reading library books is essential to our educational program.  You can enhance your child’s education by taking interest in his or her reading materials. Read with your child regularly; discuss his or her reading selections. – “Series” books are often great fun, but an occasional change is recommended.  Students in grades K-1 will check out one library book per week; grade 2 – two books; grades 3-8 – a limit of 3 books.  Library books are due each week; please remind your students to return their library books each week. (Organization skills! – We suggest that library books be kept in backpacks when not in use.)  Monthly reminders for overdue materials are sent to the classrooms.  There will be notices in the Scoop regarding library activities.         

Donated books for the library are always appreciated.  A child’s birthday, a special holiday or family event, even an outstanding report card is a suitable occasion to donate a book to the library in your child’s or your family’s name.  If you need a suggestion, ask your student.  They all know what they like to read! .  

Below is a newly developed job description/responsibility list for the librarian/media specialist at St. Catherine School.  .  If you have questions, please send a note to school to my attention or email me at msperkins@stcatherineofsiena.org.  This will be a busy, fun-filled, productive year as we work together for our students.

Goal:  To provide students and teachers a wide variety of literary and reference materials that will enhance intellectual growth and to aid all students in necessary skills needed to use these library resources.                                                                                                                                                    

Responsibilities: 

1. Evaluate, select, and order library materials.

2. Inform teachers of newly acquired materials. 

3. Process and catalog all library materials.  

4. Assist students and teachers in selection of materials requested. 

5. Arrange for and track circulation of library materials.

6. Present and discuss materials (specific topics at teachers’ request)  

7. Instruct students in library skills, including behavior, proper use and  treatment of materials and equipment.       

8. Exhibit materials of interest in library.

9. Cull obsolete and worn materials from collection.

10. Maintain appearance of library and materials within.

11. Organize and conduct annual Book Fair and used book sale.

12. Interact with other librarians, personally and through organizations and activities to enrich library. 

13. KET coordinator – distribute KET schedule to teachers and tape programs requested.  

14. Assist reading teachers with the Accelerated  Reading Incentive Program.