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Location

Princeton, NJ | United States

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Job description

Leader:   The Lower School Library Media Specialist will oversee the library facility, curriculum, and resources to create a welcoming, innovative learning environment.  They will provide leadership in the selection, acquisition, evaluation, and organization of print and digital resources to develop a library and technology program that meets the diverse needs of the PDS Lower School community. The Library Media Specialist will effectively delegate library and technology support tasks to the Lower School Library Media Assistant.

Instructional Partner: The Library Media Specialist will collaborate with faculty to build and strengthen connections among the literacy and information needs of students, curricular content, and the library.  They will be an expert in promoting children’s literature, lead inquiry research units, and teach information literacy and digital citizenship skills. They will design curriculum utilizing a wide variety of technological and library resources to ensure that students and staff are effective and ethical users of technology and information. They will empower students to be enthusiastic readers, as well as skillful inquirers.

Technology Specialist: The Library Media Specialist will be experienced in an array of educational and library technologies.  They will provide leadership in the selection, acquisition, evaluation, vetting, implementation, and support of technologies for use in the Lower School.  The Library Media Specialist will report to the Head of Libraries, the Director of Academic Technology, and the Lower School Division Head. They will liaise directly with the IT Department to ensure the division’s technology needs are addressed.

Qualifications:

• An ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent degree.
• Experience at the elementary level in library services, including instruction of research, information, and digital literacy skills.
• A demonstrated ability to creatively promote literature and literacy.
• Experience with educational technology, such as learning management systems, classroom technology, and elementary education applications.
• A desire to enhance and support teaching and learning through the identification and use of appropriate technologies.
• A demonstrated ability to lead change, work collaboratively, and instruct students and adults creatively.
• A familiarity with AASL and ISTE standards.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and growth.  
• An understanding of and commitment to Princeton Day School's mission and philosophy, including its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in which all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration and innovation and seeks employees who are passionate about their work and who embrace the importance of lifelong learning.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, a link to samples of their work and a list of at least three professional references to  [email protected] .

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