Lower School Librarian, University School of Nashville, Nashville, TN
Posted June 17, 2016
University School of Nashville (USN) seeks a collaborative, creative, and outgoing library professional to develop and lead an innovative and creative K-4 program that embraces information literacy, instructional design, and literature appreciation through collaboration with faculty; including the design and delivery of authentic research projects, a balanced collection, community enrichment activities, and an environment that promotes a love of lifelong learning and reading. The Lower School Librarian works under the direct supervision of the Library Director, with additional oversight and guidance from the Lower School Division Head, and is expected to participate fully as a member of the library department and in the life of the school community.
Qualifications
- Masters of Library Science (MLS) or on track to obtain MLS
- Elementary teaching experience required
- Preference will be given to candidates with school library experience
- Proficiency with library and educational technology and multimedia tools
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with colleagues
Skills and Abilities
- Be passionate about working with children and adolescents
- Demonstrate skill with appropriate applications of educational technology
- Possess exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, leadership qualities, and a passion for working with children and adolescents
- Be creative, curious, confident, flexible, innovative, service-oriented, and have a keen sense of humor
- Communicate thoroughly, accurately, and concisely, both verbally and in writing
- Be forward thinking, a change agent, and possess a growth mindset
- Work with integrity and maintain confidentiality
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Apply online at: usn.org/jobs