Job title: Librarian

Location: [Company location]

Reports to: [Principal or District Library Coordinator]

Employment type: [Full-time]

Job summary:

We're looking for a School Librarian to run the library program at [school name] for [grade levels]. The right person builds a diverse collection, teaches research and digital literacy skills, and makes the library a welcoming place for every student.

The school librarian helps students become confident readers and responsible researchers. A well-run library supports classroom instruction, raises reading engagement, and gives all students access to books and technology.

Key responsibilities:

• Select, purchase, and catalog print and digital materials that match students' reading levels and interests.
• Manage circulation, holds, and inventory in [Follett Destiny or the library management system].
• Teach students research skills, source evaluation, citation, and safe internet use.
• Partner with teachers to plan lessons and projects that use library resources.
• Run reading programs such as book clubs, author visits, and reading challenges.
• Manage databases, e-books, and audiobook platforms such as [Sora or Epic].
• Apply the district's collection development and materials review policies.
• Help students and staff use library devices, printers, and online resources.
• Track library use and circulation data and share reports with school leaders.
• Manage the library budget, grants, and donations.

• Master's degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program [or a CILIP-accredited (UK), ALIA-accredited (AU), or MLISc (India) program], or as required by [State].
• Valid [State] school library media specialist certification.
• [X]+ years of experience in a school or public library.
• Teaching certificate, if required by the district.
• Experience with library management software such as Follett Destiny.
• Clear background check and fingerprinting [or an enhanced DBS check (UK) or a Working with Children Check (AU)].

• Collection development and cataloging.
• Information and digital literacy instruction.
• Reading recommendations for children and teens.
• Organization and time management.
• Clear communication with students, staff, and families.
• Collaboration with teachers.

• Experience running a makerspace or STEM program.
• Grant writing experience.
• Ability to speak [second language].

• [Health, dental, and vision insurance, or private medical cover]
• [Teacher pension or retirement plan]
• [Paid sick leave and school breaks]
• [Professional development and conference funding]
• [Salary range]