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Librarians Needed! Teach Memphis



    Key Job Facts Posted: 02/13/2010
Specialty: Librarian & Media
Certification:

Salary: $40,256.88 - $43,522.80
Location: Memphis, TN
Start Date: Fall 2010
Type:



    Job Details
As a future librarian, you understand the importance of a strong school library media program. According to Scholastic Library Publishing, when library media programs are better staffed, better stocked and better funded, academic achievement tends to be higher. That is why Memphis City Schools needs you.

Memphis City Schools realizes that teachers matter. And the district, through its Teacher Effectiveness Initiative, is committing significant resources to attract, retain, develop and reward top-performing teachers – giving teachers who want to make a real difference the tools to do so. This work puts MCS at the center of the national conversation on – and positions it to be a national model for – school reform. There’s never been a more exciting time to become a teacher with Memphis City Schools.

With a new, highly selective application and screening process, becoming a librarian with Memphis City Schools will place you among an elite group of educators who are transforming lives and communities through their work in the classroom.

No experience is necessary. Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
• Have a valid TN teaching license or a reciprocal teaching certificate from another state or meet TN transitional licensure requirements.
• Have a Bachelor’s degree or higher with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Candidates will benefit from a user-friendly online application and streamlined screening process. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Competitive salary starting at $40K - $49K+, depending on experience;
• Full medical, dental, and visions benefits;
• Retirement benefits through the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System

MCS provides extensive ongoing professional development and training for teachers through the district’s state-of-the-art Teaching & Learning Academy, a teacher induction program, ongoing mentoring and advancement opportunities.

We are currently accepting applications for school librarians. Please visit www.teachmemphis.org to learn more about teaching in Memphis City Schools and to start your application.

To learn more about the Teacher Effectiveness Initiative, please visit
http://www.mcsk12.net/tei/index.asp.

Memphis City Schools does not discriminate in its programs or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sex, age or genetics. For more information, please contact the Office of Equity Compliance (901) 416-6670.





    Contact Information




Contact Person:

Contact:
Teach Memphis Staff

Title:


Contact Methods:

Phone:
901-416-9905

Fax:


Email:
info@teachmemphis.org

Website:
http://www.teachmemphis.org


Mailing Address:

Address:
 2597 Avery Ave, Room 148-B

City:
 Memphis

State:
 TN

Zip:
 38112



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