Who we are?
Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves a diverse community of about 1,700 students on two campuses - one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, and the other in Manhattan. The Fieldston Upper campus, located in Riverdale, is comprised of approximately 600 students in Grades 9-12th.
What is essential about working at our school?
The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of equity and inclusion deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace diversity of ancestry, family, identity, culture, and belief and seek a student body and faculty that reflect the pluralism and socio-economic diversity of metropolitan New York. We affirm our differences and commonalities and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students’ cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives, and see the world beyond the self.
We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue and professional development about living and learning in a diverse environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic and progressive school a reality.
Position Summary
The library assistant supports the smooth functioning of the Tate Library ensuring that the working infrastructure of the library runs smoothly so that the librarians can effectively teach and instruct.
The hiring range for this position is $50,000 - $56,000. When determining the salary for an offer, ECFS considers factors including, but not limited to: the scope and responsibilities of the position, internal peer equity, key skills required for the role, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, as well as market and organizational considerations.
Please note that this is an onsite role and is not performed remotely. Ethical Culture Fieldston School retains its right to modify job duties in accordance with changing operational needs.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include:
Assisting in clerical duties including but not limited to: processing mail, invoices, data entry, and ordering supplies;
Supporting the front desk with book check ins, laptop distribution, room reservations and coordination;
Shelving books and maintaining library order as needed;
Assisting with creating seasonal signs and banners for library displays;
Monitoring students and enforcing library rules when necessary;
Fostering positive relationships with team members and various stakeholders;
Appropriately addressing student behavioral issues and other challenges that may arise in order to maintain a safe environment and a sense of calm in such situations;
Maintaining compliance with all school policies, state regulations, and educational standards; and
Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned.
Requirements
The successful incumbent will possess:
A Bachelor's Degree;
Previous experience working with middle and high school aged students is a plus;
Proficiency in utilizing and learning new technologies (i.e., Google Workspace tools);
Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills;
A high degree of organization, resourcefulness, and attention to detail;
The capacity to maintain a professional demeanor in response to the
needs of students;
The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with faculty, administrators, and the overall community;
An understanding and commitment to cultural competency and how to support a diverse student population;
A willingness to learn and embrace new ideas and procedures and a consistent initiative to help streamline processes and improve efficiencies;
The ability to work collaboratively in group settings, as well as independently, to meet project goals and team needs;
The ability to manage time effectively, prioritize various tasks, and stay
organized;
A positive attitude and the ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback;
The ability to lift, carry , push, pull objects weighing up to 20 lbs;
Must be able to place books on shelves at various heights;
Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance;
The ability to cultivate a welcoming culture in which all members of our community feel valued and appreciated.
To Apply
All candidates should visit our employment page at www.ecfs.org to apply. Please submit a resume, and email and phone contact information of three professional references.
EEO
ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to be a welcoming community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. We are committed to hiring practices that ensure all candidates are given fair consideration in alignment with our institutional mission and goals.