Norfolk Collegiate School is seeking a Director of Libraries and Innovation to provide strategic vision for the school’s PK-12 innovation, library, and technology programs. This is an 11-month position that reports to the Assistant Head for Academics. This leader serves as the bridge between information literacy, digital fluency, and design thinking, ensuring that the school’s resources evolve to meet the needs of our students and academic priorities. By unifying library services, research initiatives, and maker education, the Director fosters a culture of inquiry, creativity, and ethical technology use across all divisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Align library services, educational technology, and innovation spaces with the school’s mission to create a cohesive PK-12 program
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate design thinking, research methodologies, and digital tools into the core curriculum
• Oversee the evolution of library operations, ensuring collections and databases support diverse student interests and rigorous academic research
• Evaluate and implement educational technologies and maximize the impact of makerlabs/innovation spaces on student learning
• Lead the development of a PK-12 framework for information literacy, digital citizenship, and ethical research practices
• Stay informed about emerging trends in AI, educational innovation, and library science to serve as a thought leader and resource for faculty
• Teach one to two classes in the area of expertise

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, library & information science, educational technology, or a related field
• Leadership experience in a school setting
• Proficiency with library databases and common makerspace technologies

Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, resume, list of three professional references, unofficial copies of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate degrees, and, if applicable, teacher and/or educational leadership certifications.

Norfolk Collegiate is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

About Norfolk Collegiate School

Founded in 1948, the Norfolk Collegiate School is a co-educational college preparatory K-12 school located in Norfolk, VA. The school’s two campuses are home to approximately 600 students. The strong sense of community, high expectation for student engagement, leadership, and honorable living are among the elements that make the school truly distinctive. NCS offers Advanced Placement and honors programs in addition to its strong college preparatory curriculum all designed to engage active communications and experiential learning. It is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and School.

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