Assistant Librarian – St. Johnsbury Academy (St. Johnsbury, VT)

JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN
DATE: 2024-2025 (Academic Year) FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Library
REPORTS TO: Library Director

JOB SUMMARY:
The Assistant Librarian is a library professional that provides support to the Library Director/Reference and Instructional Librarian in all aspects of the library. The ideal candidate will be part of a team with other library staff to ensure a welcoming, inclusive, student-centered learning environment and provide student support and supervision in the library. This position will assist in providing access to library resources and services and supporting various information management tasks. This position offers a great opportunity for individuals
passionate about library science and information management to contribute to the efficient operation of the library.

Major Responsibilities and Activities:

Provide library services to patrons including reference assistance and circulation tasks.
Manage interlibrary loan requests including lending requests from other libraries.
Catalog archival materials.
Provide electronic database usage statistics to the Library Director.
Collaborate on archives management and preservation efforts.
Facilitate scholarly academic research assistance for students.
Process office supply orders.
Assist in organizational tasks within the library setting, including stack maintenance (i.e. shelving books, shelf reading, straightening, etc.).
Assist in the maintenance of the integrated library system (Follett-Destiny).
Supervises students as part of a team with other library staff to ensure a welcoming, inclusive, student-centered learning environment.
Schedules room booking.
Ensures faculty members and guest speakers have the right equipment needed for classes and events held in the library.
Circulates materials to students, staff, and faculty.
Initiates and assists with library displays and programs that highlight library resources.
Assists with library orientations for 9th graders and new incoming students alongside the rest of the library team.
Maintains collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and students to promote library resources and support research.
Keeps up to date with current trends in librarianship by reading professional literature in the field, participating in professional development via Academy training and engaging in online learning opportunities (i.e. MOOC’s, webinars, etc.).
Enforce library and St. Johnsbury Academy policies.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Proficiency in archival processing and information management.
Knowledge of intellectual property law as it pertains to libraries.
Understanding of archives management principles.
Experience with integrated library systems is a plus.
Team Player – Energetic and proactive approach to cultivating and maintaining effective working relationships, maintains a positive, supportive attitude toward all, and supports team members in accomplishing the Academy’s work.
Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems effectively.
Knowledge of effective discipline strategies and good judgement regarding what is appropriate for high school students.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft Office suite of products, familiarity with technology tools appropriate for high school library use. Ability to solve first-level hardware and software problems, and ability to communicate with faculty and IT in a timely and efficient manner.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree, plus a minimum of one year of relevant experience (libraries, customer service, academic settings preferred).

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to use a telephone, to enter data into a computer, tablet or other learning device; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal classroom or office levels, and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms, and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 40 pounds to waist height; and to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk and reach overhead.

Working Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties are normally performed in a school library/classroom or office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Background Check and Fingerprinting:
The Academy conducts criminal record checks on all candidates. We reserve the right to investigate fully any criminal or motor vehicle offense prior to consideration for employment. Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory maintenance or completion of our background and Child Abuse Registry reporting, and acceptance of our Sexual Harassment Policy.

St. Johnsbury Academy is an equal opportunity employer. SJA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic
protected by law. SJA is committed to providing a diverse environment, we encourage and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

– Posted 6/1/24

Library/Media Specialist – Stowe Elementary School (Stowe, VT)

Stowe Elementary School is accepting applications for a dynamic and student centered Library/Media Specialist to serve students in grades pre-k – 5. Knowledge of library/media management and children’s literature is a must, as well as a passion to ignite the love of literature in children. Our Library Media Specialist teacher will be responsible for delivering content as a Unified Arts teacher to grades Preschool-5th grade, collaborate with teachers, and maintain the library. The individual will work collaboratively with grade level teams to integrate content and library skills. Applicants licensed with a current Library/Media Specialist endorsement are preferred. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, proof of licensure and three current letters of reference to megan.herman@lamoillesouth.org.

– Posted 5/2/24

Learning and Engagement Librarian – Dartmouth Libraries (Hanover, NH)

It is an exciting time to join the Dartmouth Libraries as the Learning & Engagement Librarian. As an integral member of the Teaching & Learning program, you’ll collaborate with colleagues across the organization to champion student success. Enthusiasm, creativity, and a commitment to learner-centered teaching are essential to ensuring undergraduate students acquire the skills they need. Reporting to the Head of Teaching & Learning, the Learning & Engagement Librarian:

equips students with foundational skills in their pre-major years,
develops curricular and extra-curricular learning opportunities,
liaises with Dartmouth’s first-year Writing Program and peer-tutor Writing Center,
creates opportunities for Library staff to refine their teaching skills.

Bring your unique skills, grow them through professional development and engagement, and help us empower students by unlocking their individual potential.

As a potential staff member at Dartmouth Libraries, you will be joining our organization at a pivotal moment. After consulting and collaborating with our academic community, campus partners, and library colleagues, Dartmouth Libraries have a new strategic direction – Research Engine, Powering Knowledge. Grounded in our Purpose and Vision, this strategic framework supports us in achieving our goals and aspirations. Those aspirations are to:

Empower students by unlocking individual potential
Accelerate advanced research
Elevate scholarship with powerful research tools and methods and
Amplify Dartmouth’s impact across the scholarly ecosystem

Interested?

You can learn more about the position and apply at: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/71504/

Hiring range: $60,800.00 – $76,00.00

Do you have questions?

Contact Laura Barrett, Head of Teaching & Learning, laura.barrett@dartmouth.edu

Review of applications will begin January 2, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

– Updated 12/18/23

Reference Librarian – Northfield Mount Hermon (Mt. Hermon, MA)

Northfield Mount Hermon, an independent co-educational boarding school in western Massachusetts, seeks two (2) part-time reference librarians for the 2023-2024 school year for 10 to 12 hours/week. The positions have the potential to be combined into one (1) part time position for 20 hours per week for the right candidate.

The Schauffler Library is at the heart of campus and occupies an important physical and virtual space at Northfield Mount Hermon. The Adjunct Reference Librarian position plays a key role in the Library team and has the opportunity to work one-on-one with students engaged in scholarly activities.

Northfield Mount Hermon seeks a dynamic self-starter to work at the library’s reference desk and provide research, citation, and technology assistance to students. This position will cover the circulation desk as needed; coordinate the work of student assistants during assigned shifts; provide an adult presence and help to oversee study hall in the evening; and other projects as assigned. Potential projects could include working with LibGuides, electronic resources management, community engagement, or digital archives.

The successful applicant will have a Master’s degree in library science or equivalent experience and at least one year’s experience providing reference assistance and public services in a library. We will consider outstanding candidates who have not yet received their degrees but have completed core reference and technology coursework. Candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a demonstrated capacity to work effectively with colleagues and other members of the community.

Candidates are expected to have experience in equity and inclusion work that would support a diverse community in a boarding school environment. They should also have a demonstrated interest in making a positive impact on the lives of adolescents.

This position begins in late August 2023, and runs the academic year, through May 2024, with the option to renew for the following academic year. The schedule will include afternoon hours, one to two evening shifts per week, rotating Sunday evening shifts, and attending the weekly team meeting.

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and two references via email to:

hr@nmhschool.org
Northfield Mount Hermon

One Lamplighter Way, Mt. Hermon, MA 01354
Phone: (413) 498-3229; Fax: (413) 498-3240

**Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.**
Northfield Mount Hermon School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

– Posted 5/25/23

Public Services Assistant – St. Paul’s School – Ohrstrom Library (Concord, NH)

Status: Non-exempt, 20-24 hours per week, school year

Department: Library

Reports To: Library Director

Summary: Provides reference, reader’s advisory, technology training, and other assistance to library patrons. Oversees student use of the library. Supports circulation and cataloging tasks, including interlibrary loans, holds, reserves, and shelving. This is a part-time position that requires some evening and weekend hours. When school is in session, the Library typically closes at 9:30 pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Assisting directly with a wide range of circulation desk operations, including: interlibrary loans, checking materials in and out, placing holds and recalls on items in various formats; locating library materials; directing patrons.
Employing strong customer service and communication skills, including: answering general reference questions; assisting students and faculty with navigating Ohrstrom Library’s web page; referring specialized requests to appropriate library staff as necessary.
Responding to informational requests requiring strong familiarity with Ohrstrom Library’s and St. Paul’s School’s policies, practices, and procedures.
Employing strong organizational and interpersonal skills and good judgment, investing special attention to the security and well-being of students; monitoring student behavior to ensure appropriate building use and compliance with rules; facilitating study conditions during specified evening hours; remaining vigilant to visitors and their appropriate interactions with students and use of the library; proactively responding to building emergencies by preparing work order requests or contacting Facilities as necessary.
Contributing fully on a pre-determined schedule to the detailed and critical opening and closing procedures for the library.
Assisting with library projects and initiatives, such as programs, displays, weeding and other collection projects.
Shelving materials.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor’s degree and one year of library experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Outstanding organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, produce detailed work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
A highly collaborative working style.
Excellent customer service skills and a demonstrated commitment to excellent service to a diverse group of users, both internal and external.
Strong computer skills and ability to find and learn new programs independently.
Ability to work collegially in small groups and a team environment.
Ability to think critically, analyze problems, and develop and implement creative solutions.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

How to apply: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/STP1001STPS/JobBoard/badf958b-b108-48e8-8455-d7fc27df1c40/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=d651db2a-9457-4b76-bd06-2a83629eacbb

– Posted 2/1/23

Research & Instruction Librarian – St. Paul’s School – Ohrstrom Library (Concord, NH)

Status: Exempt, 12 months
Department: Library
Reports to: Library Director

Summary : The Research & Instruction Librarian serves as the Library’s liaison to support faculty, student, and staff engagement with Ohrstrom Library’s diverse and in-depth digital and print holdings, as well as leads the Library staff in providing innovative and user-centered reference and instruction services. This staff member designs and delivers an innovative instruction program to best serve a diverse student population and develops strategies to introduce community members to Library services. Additionally, the Research & Instruction Librarian is responsible for managing the Library’s vast digital holdings, including promoting the collections to the community. This position requires at least one evening shift; typically, the library is open until 9:30 pm. The Research & Outreach Librarian also serves the St. Paul’s Advanced Studies Program in the summer.

Teaching and Learning

Designing and delivering an innovative instruction program to best serve a diverse student population, which includes:
- Designing and conducting library instruction and orientation sessions.
- Creating research guides to mirror instruction class.
- Instructing individual library users on use of print and electronic Providing research consultations.
- Participating in Library, institutional, and outside professional committees, conferences and other scholarly and developmental opportunities.
Teaching group library instruction classes on research strategies, source evaluation, academic integrity, citation, and other information literacy topics
Establishing collaborative and supportive partnerships with faculty in order to ensure that library services and instruction are relevant to curricular needs.
Creating research guides, instruction resources, digital materials, videos/tutorials, and making those resources accessible to students, faculty, and staff.
Working with other library staff members to design and implement outreach initiatives to increase faculty and student engagement with the academic services and resources of the library.
Developing and sustaining collaborative relationships with faculty, students, and staff in support of faculty and student engagement with the academic services and resources of the library.
Working with other library staff members to provide frequent, timely, and appealing communication to faculty and students about academic services and resources.

Collection

Selecting, managing and maintaining the library’s digital collections, keeping current knowledge of digital collection trends and offerings, and working closely with faculty for digital collection development.
Setting up database trials and collecting and analyzing usage to support purchase, renewal, and cancellation decisions.
Publicizing, teaching and incorporating new digital collections into the curriculum.

Other Responsibilities

Making recommendations for the development of new research services.
Training and supporting library staff with research tools, skills, and services.
Troubleshooting patron connection problems with resources.
Providing research help to all library users seeking information in person or remotely, using print and digital collections.
Developing strategies to introduce library reference services to all students, particularly new students.

Service Desk

The following responsibilities common to all staff are superimposed upon the work outlined in the above job description. Please note that while each Ohrstrom Library employee staffs the service desk, they are required to multi-task, e.g. attending to immediate patron and building needs while simultaneously performing a wide range of position-specific work. Service desk responsibilities include:

Assisting directly with a wide range of circulation desk operations, including: checking materials in and out, placing holds and recalls on items in various formats; locating library materials; directing patrons.
Employing strong customer service and communication skills, including: answering general reference questions; assisting students and faculty with navigating Ohrstrom Library’s web page; referring specialized requests to appropriate library staff as necessary.
Responding to informational requests requiring strong familiarity with Ohrstrom Library’s and St. Paul’s School’s policies, practices, and procedures.
Employing strong organizational and interpersonal skills and good-judgment, investing special attention to the security and well-being of students; monitoring student behavior to ensure appropriate building use and compliance with rules; facilitating study conditions during specified evening hours; remaining vigilant to visitors and their appropriate interactions with students and use of the library; proactively responding to building emergencies by preparing work order requests or contacting Facilities as necessary.
Contributing fully on a pre-determined schedule to the detailed and critical opening and closing procedures for the library each morning and evening.

Qualification Requirements :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited school
At least two years’ experience in a library Experience in an academic or school library is preferred.
At least two years of demonstrated and effective reference, engagement, or instruction experience.
Strong technology skills and ability to find and learn new programs Experience with Koha, Springshare, and WordPress preferred.
Knowledge and experience in meeting the needs of students and faculty in a variety of subject areas.
Initiative and the ability to conceive and carry out projects on a deadline, including managing multiple responsibilities and effectively responding to the needs of a campus community that makes heavy demands on library services
Ability to work in a collaborative team.
Excellent customer service skills and a demonstrated commitment to excellent service to a diverse group of users, both internal and external.
Demonstrated interest in working with adolescents.
Demonstrated interest in outreach initiatives.
Ability to think critically, analyze problems, and develop and implement creative solutions.
Ability and experience to plan, manage and oversee complex projects, meet deadlines, and to prioritize work in alignment with the service goals of the library and the school.
Commitment to professional development.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

How to apply: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/STP1001STPS/JobBoard/badf958b-b108-48e8-8455-d7fc27df1c40/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=756a4022-eadf-49c7-91ba-b27efb15fc0c

– Posted 2/1/23

Adjunct Access Services and Instruction Librarian – Northfield Mount Hermon (Mt. Hermon, MA)

Northfield Mount Hermon, an independent co-educational boarding school in western Massachusetts, seeks a temporary (to cover a leave) part-time Adjunct Access Services and Instruction Librarian for the 2022-2023 school year for 20 – 25 hours/week. This position will
begin at the end of September and conclude in mid February. Pay is $28/hr @25 hrs/week for 17 weeks.

The Schauffler Library is at the heart of campus and occupies an important physical and virtual space at NMH. The Adjunct Access Services and Instruction Librarian position plays a key role in the Library team and has the opportunity to work one-on-one and in the classroom with students engaged in scholarly activities.

Northfield Mount Hermon seeks a dynamic self-starter to work at the library’s multi-service point and provide research, citation, and technology assistance to students. This position will cover the circulation desk as needed; participate in the Library’s information literacy program; assist with administering electronic resources; occasionally provide an adult presence and help to oversee study hall in the evening; and other projects as assigned.

The successful applicant will have a Master’s degree in library science or equivalent experience and at least one year’s experience providing instruction and public services in an academic library. We will consider outstanding candidates who have not yet received their degrees but have completed core reference and instruction coursework. Candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a demonstrated capacity to work effectively with colleagues and other members of the community.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with a start date at the end of September.

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and two letters of reference via email to:

hr@nmhschool.org
Northfield Mount Hermon
One Lamplighter Way, Mt. Hermon, MA 01354
Phone: (413) 498-3229; Fax: (413) 498-3240

**Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.**
Northfield Mount Hermon School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

– Reposted 11/4/22

Library/Media Specialist and STEAM Co-Teacher – Ottauquechee School (Quechee, VT)

The Ottauquechee School in Quechee, Vermont has an open position for a Library/Media Specialist and STEAM co-teacher next year. We are looking for dynamic applicants with expertise and passion in managing a school library, teaching elementary school students, and engaging students in critical thinking and discovery. This position also supports technology throughout our school, from opportunities to lead robotics with students to supporting teachers in integrating instructional technology. Candidates with experience in any of these areas and an eagerness to expand their skill sets in the rest are encouraged to apply.

Ottauquechee School is a wonderful place to work: We have a beautiful campus, a large outdoor classroom, a highly collaborative faculty, and a commitment to empowering every child. More details about our school and the position are available on the Schoolspring posting.

– Posted 6/10/22

Lower School Librarian – Crossroads Academy (Lyme, NH)

Job Details
Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Posted : May 17, 2022
Starting Date: July 1, 2022

Job Description
Librarian Responsibilities:

Maintain library space in a neat and orderly fashion
Order library books to keep collection updated
Coordinate Birthday Books program, including updating Amazon Wishlist and writing thank you notes to families
Monitor library for checking in/out books
Gain and maintain fluency in Destiny and Titlepeek
Barcoding and cataloguing classroom texts
Assist teachers/students re: books, materials and library skills
Meet once weekly with Lower School classes (K-5) for read aloud, activities, introduction to new books, and library skills
Assist teachers with special research projects when requested
Coordinate and supervise library volunteers
Prepare lessons for a substitute in the event of an absence
Attend faculty meetings and meetings/workshops on scheduled teaching days
Ready the library for summer admissions season within one week of the close of the current school year
Consider implementing a book fair or author events

Other Responsibilities:

Assist where needed with lunch and recess two days per week
Substitute teacher as needed

Salary begins at $18.50/hour.

To apply for this position click here.
Position Type: Part-time (50%)
Positions Available: 1
Job Category : Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist

Employer Description
Crossroads Academy is a K–8 independent coeducational day school located on a beautiful 140-acre campus in Lyme, New Hampshire. Our mission is to provide an academically challenging curriculum with a special emphasis on character education to enthusiastic students in a warm, nurturing environment. Our graduates have been accepted in the honors programs in local high schools as well as the best boarding schools in the region. They excel in academics and are known for their excellent citizenship, motivation, and strong study skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Crossroads Academy is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

Master degree preferred
Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information
Jamie Marsha
95 Dartmouth College Highway
Lyme, New Hampshire 03768
Phone: 603-795-3111
Fax: 603-795-4329
Email: click here

– Posted 5/26/22

Library Media Specialist, Long-term Sub – U-32 (Montpelier, VT)

Washington Central Unified Union School District is seeking an enthusiastic educator to fill a long-term substitute position in the U-32 Library during a teacher’s 4-6 week leave of absence from early February to mid-March 2022. Please note that during this time, there is a school vacation (2/21-3/1), and school will be closed. See here for more details and the job posting.

Please consider if you are retired or even if your license has expired: an emergency license can be applied for with the right candidate. Please reach out to others who might be interested – we will consider candidates with other educational certifications and experiences other than library/media.

A love of young people, a willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and a collaborative approach are essential.

– Posted 1/18/22