Director of Library Services

Carney, Sandoe & Associates; Middleburg (VA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Housing (boarding schools only)

Paid holidays and vacation

Descripción de la vacante

Carney, Sandoe & Associates seeks an experienced Director of Library Services for an all girls' boarding school in Middleburg, VA, starting immediately. You will lead library programs, develop information literacy curricula, and collaborate with faculty to integrate research skills into instruction. The role requires MLS or equivalent, K-12 experience, and expertise in cataloging, archives, and research databases.

U.S. work authorization is required.

Formación

• MLS or equivalent advanced degree.
• Experience with K-12 students.
• Experience maintaining library cataloging, archival, and research database systems.
• Experience with social media and graphic design platforms.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver information literacy curriculum.
• U.S. Work Authorization.

Responsabilidades

• Develop information literacy, research skills, and media practices with students and teachers.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate information literacy into curriculum.
• Manage and curate print collections and library spaces to support student needs and school initiatives.
• Implement instructional practices to foster information literacy and critical thinking.
• Assist with residential life responsibilities to support students.
• Serve as an advisor to students to promote academic achievement and personal growth.
• Manage department budget and allocate resources to support goals.

Conocimientos

Information literacy

Research skills

Technology competencies

Responsible media practices

Educación

MLS or equivalent advanced degree

Herramientas

Follett Destiny

Descripción del empleo

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an educational recruitment firm, is currently seeking an experienced Director of Library Services for an immediate start at an all girls' boarding school in Middleburg, VA.

About CS&A:

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

Responsibilities of Director of Library Services:

• Work with students and teachers to develop information literacy, research skills, technology competencies, and responsible media practices through one-on-one reference support.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate research and information literacy skills into classroom instruction and curriculum development.
• Manage and curate print collections and library spaces to support student needs and school initiatives.
• Implement instructional practices that fosters students' information literacy and critical thinking skills.
• Assist with residential life responsibilities as needed to support students and maintain a positive residential community.
• Serve as an advisor to students, providing guidance and support to promote academic achievement, personal growth, and overall student success.
• Manage the department budget and allocate resources strategically to support departmental goals and priorities.

Requirements of Director of Library Services:

• Master of Library Science (MLS) or equivalent advanced degree.
• Previous experience working with K-12 students.
• Experience maintaining library cataloging, archival, and research database systems.
• Experience with social media and graphic design platforms.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver information literacy curriculum.
• U.S. Work Authorization required.

Additional Desired Qualities:

• Experience with Library Management Software systems, such as Follett Destiny.
• Desire to be involved in school-wide initiatives and extracurricular activities.
• Previous independent school experience preferred, but not required.

Potential Benefits:

Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

Housing (boarding schools only)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.