Upper School Librarian

FASNY - French American School of New York; Village of Mamaroneck (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The French American School of New York is seeking a dynamic High School Librarian to manage their library/media center. This role involves curating resources, supporting academic projects, and fostering a love for reading and learning among students in a bilingual environment. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Library Science and experience with the IB curriculum.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a secondary school library setting, preferably with IB programs.
• Strong understanding of the IB Diploma Programme and Extended Essay requirements.
• Experience in cataloging and managing diverse collections.

Responsibilities

• Manage the library, curate resources, and organize programs promoting reading.
• Integrate library services into teaching and support classroom activities.
• Guide students through research processes for the Extended Essay.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Information literacy

Collaborative approach

Education

Master's degree in Library and Information Science

Tools

Academic research tools

Citation management platforms

Mandarin Automated Library System

Job description

Join our vibrant community as a High School Librarian at the French American School of New York! We are seeking a dynamic and creative individual who is fluent in both French and English to promote a love for reading and learning among our students. As the librarian, you will be responsible for managing the school library, curating age-appropriate resources, and organizing engaging programs to instill a passion for literature. You will collaborate with teachers to support classroom activities and promote information literacy skills. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills in both languages, have a background in library science, and be passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

At our school, you will have the opportunity to work in a multicultural setting that celebrates French and American educational values. This position offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on students' academic and personal growth. If you are a forward-thinker who is dedicated to inspiring young minds, we invite you to apply and become an essential part of our educational team!

Job Summary: Responsible for managing the library/media center and providing a wide range of services to support the learning, research, and cultural enrichment needs of students, faculty, and administrative teams in a high school setting.

Library Management & Collection Development

• Curate a balanced, diverse, and up-to-date collection of print and digital resources to support academic and recreational reading in multiple languages.
• Ensure access to academic databases and promote their use within the school community.
• Maintain an organized, welcoming, and inclusive library environment conducive to study and collaboration.
• Process and catalog books and materials added to the collection.
  
  

Professional Collaboration & Development

• Serve as a pedagogical partner to faculty by integrating library services into teaching and learning goals.
• Stay current on trends in academic research, IB curriculum developments, and information literacy pedagogy.
• Participate in professional learning communities and contribute to the broader life of the school.
  
  

Information Literacy & Research Instruction

• Integrate research and information literacy instruction into subject-area curricula across grades 9–12.
• Develop and promote instructional resources on academic honesty, source evaluation, and effective use of print and digital research tools.
• Support classroom teachers with resource curation and instructional design for research-based assignments.
  
  

IB Extended Essay Research Support

• Guide students through the research process for the EE, including topic refinement, source evaluation, citation management, and the formulation of research questions.
• Design and deliver targeted workshops and research sessions for students at various stages of the EE timeline.
• Provide one-on-one consultations for students conducting in-depth academic research across a range of disciplines.
• Collaborate with EE supervisors to monitor student progress and ensure academic integrity throughout the research process.
• Maintain and develop EE-specific research guides, digital tools, and curated databases.
• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent.
• Experience working in a secondary school library setting, preferably with IB programs.
• Strong understanding of the IB Diploma Programme, especially the Extended Essay requirements.
• Expertise in academic research tools, databases, and citation management platforms (e.g., Jstor, Infobase, NoodleTools, etc.)
• Experience or a willingness to learn cataloging on the Mandarin Automated Library System.
• Excellent communication, instructional, and organizational skills.
• A student-centered, collaborative approach with a commitment to fostering lifelong learning.