Other News :

• Some of you will remember Megan Taylor She took some classes from us before going on to UW Madison for her MA. Meg has been appointed to the Caldecott committee!! She is the head of youth services at the public library in Fayetville, NC

• School Librarians - you can finally jump for joy! The House just amended an Educational Bill (HF 2792) to reinstate the school librarian requirement into Code! It then passed unanimously. Beginning July 1, 2006, each school district shall have a qualified teacher librarian who shall be licensed by the board of educational examiners under chapter 272.

• From Lori Minnard in Michigan: My principal was just commending me for my performance on the job and futuristic school library philosophy. ... This is such a wonderful school and position. I just love it. Plus, the principal is supportive, she thinks the library and what happens there is the core of the entire school. When they remodeled the school, she proposed a plan that had the library in the center of the building and accessible from the main doors, all enclosed in glass walls with classrooms surrounding and above it looking into the library. She is all for collaboration, and research....

• Misty Gray, UNI school library media studies graduate student, is the recipient of this year's CROW (Current Research on Women) award. Misty's master's paper, "Fiction containing gay and lesbian characters in Northeast Iowa secondary schools" was presented April 3rd in Maucker Union.

• Donna Gwinnup says "God I love this job!" while she's checking out, checking in, shelving, running a book fair, organizing events to go along with the book fair, answering the phone, helping kids find books - all at the same time!

• IASL - Iowa Association of School Librarians, a subdivision of ILA - invites you to become a member of our professional organization. The information on how to join as well as our first "IASL Journal" of the year is located on the organization's website:

http://www.iasl-ia.org/

The Journal will give you information about professional development opportunities in Iowa as well as link you to a network of librarians in the field. Find out more about the Iowa ACRL/IASL joint spring conference on High School to Higher Ed; our book awards - Iowa Children's Choice Award, Teen Award and High School Book Award; Harvey Daniels' visit to Southern Iowa and how school libraries are critical to high school reform through the Journal and the website. We look forward to your involvement with Iowa school libraries.

Sincerely, Kristin Steingreaber IASL President 2006 .


• Joyce Whalen & her two children were in Sri Lanka during the tsunami. They retreated to the upper floors of the hotel where they were staying and then to the airport and home safely.


• Bev Anderson reports that she has the best library job in Iowa (at Pleasant View/Pleasant Valley)---Anyone want to challenge her?
• Job Openings (Please let us know if you are available for a library position)
  
• The Solon Public Library is seeking a full-time Children's Librarian. Please call 319-624-2678 or write to the Solon Public Library at: 320 West Main Street Solon, IA 52333.

• The Hiawatha Public Library is seeking a full-time Youth Services Librarian. This is a position with benefits including health and dental insurance, sick leave, personal leave, and vacation. Reports to the Library Director and the Assistant Library Director. Responsibilities include managing public services for youth such as children's programming and story times, Teen Board, outreach to schools and daycares, collection development, and bibliographies. Knowledge of current principles and practices of library science as well as knowledge of children's books, authors, and book classification.
  Training and Experience: Four-year undergraduate degree required. Reccomended one year public library experience. Some administrative skills required. Compiter knowledge and skills required.
  
  Send resume and cover letter to:
  
  Jeaneal Weeks, Library Director
  Hiawatha Public Library
  150 West Willman St.
  Hiawatha, IA 52233
  319-393-1414
  weeksj@crlibrary.org

Application Deadline is December 20, 2006

• The Hudson Public Library is seeking a part-time employee. Scheduled times vary but could include some evenings and Saturdays. Applications will available at the library at 401 5th St. in Hudson or by e-mail request through September 1st. Mary Bucy, Hudson Public Library, 401 5th St., Box 480 Hudson, IA 50643 (319) 988-4217 staff@hudson.lib.ia.us

• The Fairfield Public Library has an opening for a full-time Youth Services Librarian. Starting salary is $25,000. An MLS is preferred, but candidates with youth services experience and an educational degree are also encouraged to apply. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, medical insurance, and retirement. Mail resume and professional references to Rebecca Huggins, Director at Fairfield Public Library, 104 West Adams, Fairfield, IA 52556. Our new website is under development: www.fairfield.lib.ia.us

• The Denver Public Library needs a temporary, part-time library clerk, 20 hours per week. High School Diploma requires. Must be able to work some evenings and Saturdays. Knowledge of computer and Internet a plus. Will train as required for assigned duties. Pick up application at the Library , 100 Washington Street, Denver, IA, during regular library hours. Pre-employmnet drug and background screening required.

• I am leaving the position at Sigourney after 7 wonderful years as my family is moving on to Newton. I would like to thank all the great librarians, trustees, and friends I've met or connected with in various ways. My last day here is August 31. I enjoy the work and am thrilled to have been offered a job at Knoxville PL. The Board is Trustees is taking applications now. Anyone interested may send his/her resume, cover letter, and references to the Sigourney Public Library, 720 E. Jackson St., Sigourney, IA 52591 by August 21. You may also fax papers in at 641-622-3391 or email at sigopl@lisco.com. The position is part-time and requires 25-30 hours a week. Policy states that the successful candidate will be required to begin process towards certification within the first six months. Detailed job description is available at request. On a personal note, I think the Board is wonderful to work with and we are very proud of our new facility. Roslin Thompson

• LIBRARY DIRECTOR – Hedberg Public Library (www.hedbergpubliclibrary.org), seeks creative, dynamic leader.  Janesville, “Wisconsin’s Park Place,” is growing community of 61,604, easy access to Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, Rockford.  HPL is municipal library serving diverse population, $3.6M operating budget ($465K-materials), 52 FTE, 1.2m circ, excellent collection, extensive public programming, 100 public PCs.  Building expanded, renovated in 1996 (63,000 sq.ft.).  Support groups include Friends, Foundation.  Director reports to 9-member Board; member of City management team (Council-Manager).  Director continue to improve high level public service; maintain HPL as vibrant community center.  Requirements: Proven leadership; positive attitude; administrative, team building, good communication skills; visioning; creativity; strong work ethic; integrity.  MLS (ALA accredited), 5 years progressively responsible professional Library experience, residency in agreed upon time frame.  Salary $80,000 to $90,000 DOQ, excellent benefits, open until filled.  Inquiries, resume with cover letter send to City of Janesville HR Dept., PO Box 5005, Janesville, WI, 53547-5005; at humanresources@ci.janesville.wi.us.  EOE.

• Northstar Elementary is hiring a K-5 Media Specialist. Contact www.knoxville.k12.ia.us.

• The position of Media Specialist at the Indianola High School will be open Fall of '06. Application information is available in the Des Moines Register.

• The Spillville Public Library has a part time position open for a Library Director. Send resume and three references to: Library Board, P.O. Box 197, Spillville, IA 52168.

• West Elementary School in Knoxville, IA is looking for a Media Specialist. Contact Rich Schulte at (641) 842-2185.

• 7-8 Library Media Specialist (anticipated position) in the Ford Dodge Community School District. Send letter of application, resume, licensure, transcripts, and credentials to: Pam Rodewald, Director of Human Resources at Fort Dodge Community School District 104 South 17th Street Fort Dodge, IA 50501. (515) 574-5657. Fax: 515-576-1988. http://www.fort-dodge.k12.ia.us

• K-5 Media Specialist/Bldg. Tech. Liaison in Harlan Community Schools. Contact Terri Cox (712) 755-2152. Fax: 712-755-7312. http://www.harlan.k12.ia.us

• Johnston Community School District is looking for a Library Media Specialist. Contact Maurine Bjornson at (515) 278-0470 or fax: 515-278-5884.

• Pam VanDyke is retiring from the Sully Community Library, leaving the Director's position open and available immediately. Details are posted on the State Library's web site.

• The LeClaire Community Library Board of Trustees is accepting applications for the position of Library Director. LeClaire, Iowa, is a historic and picturesque river town with a population of approximately 3,000, and is home to Iowa's newest public library. The Board of Trustees seeks an innovative and energetic director who will help their new library continue to grow through excellent customer service and programming. For a complete job description and more information, go to www.leclairelibrary.org

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