Dynamic Middle School Librarian – Leave Replacement

Dwight School

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 75,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Dwight School, an innovative preschool-grade 12 coeducational school on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, is seeking a dynamic Middle School Librarian for a leave replacement position for December 2026-June 2027. The responsibilities include designing and managing the library operations, supporting research skills, collaborating with faculty, and promoting reading through programming.

Requirements include a Library Science degree and prior teaching experience in a library setting, with a

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master degree in Library Science or related field.
Previous experience working with students preferred.
Prior teaching experience in a library setting.

Responsibilities

Design and manage the daily operation of the Middle School Library for students and faculty in grades 5-8.
Run library programming to promote reading (book talks, lunch reads, etc.).
Collaborate with faculty to support learning throughout grades 5-8.
Assist faculty and students with the meaningful use of the school’s library, media, and technology resources.
Regularly weeds the collection to ensure that positions are accurate, current, and meeting curricular needs.
Keep the library website up to date to help students and faculty meet both their academic and recreational needs.
Support appropriate learning in digital citizenship & literacy, use of social media, and online learning and research.
Act as an advocate promoting a love of reading in the school community.