Founding Head Librarian & Capstone Architect

Davis School Chicago

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 78,000 - 137,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Davis School Chicago is opening a new Jewish, college-preparatory high school in downtown Chicago and seeks a founding Head Librarian to lead the library, Capstone, and internship programs from inception. The role requires building programs from the ground up, partnering with external institutions, and shaping research literacy across the curriculum.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced educator with a leadership mindset, a passion for inquiry, and a commitment to innovative,

Qualifications

Master’s degree required or related field; doctorate preferred.
Illinois School Librarian certification preferred; National Board Certification is a plus.
3+ years of high school teaching or school-library experience required.
Leadership experience preferred; instructional leadership preferred.
College-preparatory, independent, Jewish day or faith-based school experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the library and Capstone program as founding Head Librarian.
Build internship/partnership programs with Chicago-area institutions.
Teach information-literacy instruction and lead curriculum development across disciplines.
Lead a culture of inquiry, scholarship, and academic excellence school-wide.