Kent Place School is seeking a visionary and organized K-12 School Librarian and Media Specialist to join our library staff. This role, which offers an opportunity for program leadership, will collaborate to oversee the strategic direction and operations of the library program across all divisions while maintaining a direct, daily presence in the learning community through student support and instruction. 

Leadership & Administration

• Budget Management: Oversee and manage the comprehensive K-12 library budget, ensuring equitable resource distribution and strategic acquisitions, and curating of materials.
• Program Oversight: Direct the library team to support learning and promote a love of literature for a vibrant community of curious students.
• Collection Development: Lead the selection and maintenance of diverse, high-quality print and digital collections for Primary, Middle, and Upper School libraries.

Instruction & Student Services

• Information Literacy: Design and deliver instructional sessions on research skills, media literacy, and digital citizenship.
• Readers Advisory: Provide daily personalized book recommendations and support to our curious and engaged students in grades K-12 to foster a lifelong appreciation of reading.
• Technical Assistance: Assist students and faculty with the use of library technology, Google Suite, and learning management systems.

Technical Services & Operations

• System Management: Oversee technical functions, including cataloging and processing for both the Middle/Upper School and Primary School libraries.
• Promotional Initiatives: Lead book promotions and library events to engage the school community.
• Daily Support: Provide coverage for events and serve as an advisor or member of school committees and task forces.

Skills and Qualifications

• Cultural Competency:  A commitment to creating an environment of inclusion and belonging, with the ability to support the school’s community life and well-being plan within the library collection and programming.
• Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, and administration.
• Organization and Collaboration: Exceptional time management, organizational skills, and a growth mindset when working with others.

Collaboration and Community

• Interest in leading activities that broaden understanding of media literacy and connection with the Library as a vibrant learning and community space. 
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues across academic departments and the school.
• Enthusiasm for advising students in the middle or upper schools and participating in community events.

Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent and a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in our  Belonging Statement.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to apply.

Requirements

• A master's degree in librarianship or a related field and prior experience in an educational setting are preferred. 
• Prior experience in technical services and information literacy is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of prior experience in a school setting, with a demonstrated track record in a visionary approach to the role, is preferred.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and operate computer equipment; must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.

About Kent Place School

Kent Place School is an all-girls independent non-sectarian K-12 day school, with a coeducational preschool, in Summit, New Jersey.

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