School Librarian Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the school librarian position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for reference assistance and instruction to include online library navigation, reference materials, research strategies, and the inter-library loan process.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of state curriculum (TEKS), technology application and library standards
• Expertise with Windows operating system, iPads, and Office 365
• Familiar with Google Apps for Education and Google Classroom
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills using learning management platforms, productivity tools (Microsoft Office Suite), and educational software apps
• Expertise with a variety of online databases including TexQuest
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills using a library management software, MARC records/cataloging, and collection development
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills including use of collaborative platforms
• Masters in Library Science (MLS) accredited by the American Library Association , or equivalent

In response to your job posting for school librarian, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for clear, well-organized subject-oriented library instruction appropriate to a particular class or program, and also provides general library instruction as needed.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience in designing literacy program
• Highly literate & efficient in the use of computer database programs, including Microsoft office programs
• Familiarity with data discovery, analytical techniques, and statistical methodologies with economics or social sciences data sources and information
• Knowledge of current technologies and services supporting social science
• Demonstrated knowledge of quantitative software, such as STATA, SPSS, SAS, or Tableau
• Demonstrated knowledge of scholarly communication and publishing issues
• Experience with citation management tools like Zotero, EndNote, RefWorks, and Mendeley
• Preference given to a Catholic librarian

I would like to submit my application for the school librarian opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for library and information skills instruction through new student, faculty and research fellow orientations, course and assignment-specific hands-on workshops and classroom sessions, online tutorials, and one-on-one online and in-person instruction.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Classroom teaching experience at the college level
• Experience providing reference and research services
• Active knowledge of research resources in business, communications, real estate, law, policy studies, social sciences, and/or technology
• Experience with teaching and/or academic support in an online learning environment
• Experience working with data resources in a research environment
• Experience using unified library services platforms
• A second subject Masters
• Demonstrated leadership and management of a team or service

In response to your job posting for school librarian, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for in-person and virtual reference, research consultation and instructional services to students and faculty within and beyond the Science & Engineering Library;.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Evidence of participation in research teams as a peer, such as publication record, preferably including a systematic review
• Experience in using citation management software, such as EndNote or Mendeley
• Experience teaching adults using emerging technologies and evidence-based instructional methods
• Familiarity with evidence-based practice (EBM), including clinical teaching, clinical care, and EBM resources, including their utility/validity
• Experience in developing collaborations and outreach external to the library
• Collect information and data both anecdotal and statistical to identify points in programs that demand library instruction or intervention
• Experience searching the major academic databases
• Experience in coding, cataloguing and database searching

In response to your job posting for school librarian, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for input and advice to the supervising Dean regarding library operations and services to ensure student needs are met.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Master’s in Library or Information Science, or equivalent
• Relevant subject expertise related to fine arts education and studio arts/design practice
• Experience with instructional technology and design
• Experience with a studio art practice, global contemporary art trends, and/or strong art history background
• A strong background in the study of all aspects of library technology, research, and skills
• Experience in creating a student-centered learning environment and project-based learning, particularly projects with a STEM focus
• Uses a variety of teaching methods to provide students with different ways of learning library and research skills
• Demonstrated advocacy for students and their success as learners