Salary Range: $78,000 - $173,000. The position on the scale will be based on years of teaching experience and education.
Exemption Status: Exempt
The Dalton School, a progressive K-12 gender-inclusive school in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, is consistently recognized as one of the preeminent independent day schools in the nation. Known for its child-centered approach and an exceptional, inspiring faculty, Dalton enrolls over 1,300 students with approximately 350 faculty and staff. Guided by the Dalton Plan, the foundation of a Dalton education, our faculty meets each student’s evolving needs, interests, and abilities, and fosters diversity as an integral part of school life. Dalton challenges each student to develop intellectual independence, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of responsibility toward others both within the School and in the broader community.
We are seeking a dynamic, joyful School Librarian for grades K-3 to provide the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the library program is an integral part of the instructional program of the school and supports The Dalton Plan. The Dalton School Libraries are committed to an inclusive library environment and strive to provide a community space where all students, faculty, staff, alumni and families feel welcome and valued.
As one of two First Program librarians, the librarian in this position will collaborate closely on all aspects of managing the FP school library described below, as well as work with the middle and high school librarians on specific projects and K-12 initiatives. Under the leadership of the Director of Libraries, our team also includes two high school librarians, two middle school librarians, a MS/HS library assistant, a technical administrator, and professionals in the museum program and school archives.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Leader
As a leader, the school librarian creates an environment where collaboration and creative problem solving thrive. The school librarian is an excellent communicator who instills enthusiasm in others by making them feel that they are important members of a team. Strong leaders foster an environment of creativity, innovation, and openness to new ideas, welcoming and encouraging input from others and they take an active role in the school community.
Instructional Partner
As an instructional partner, the school librarian works with teachers and other educators to build and strengthen connections between student research needs, curricular content, learning outcomes, and information resources. The school librarian participates in the curriculum development process and collaborates with teachers and students to design and teach engaging learning experiences that incorporate multiple literacies, foster critical thinking and promote a love of reading.
Information Specialist
As information specialist, the school librarian provides leadership and expertise in the selection, acquisition, evaluation, and organization of information resources in all formats, as well as expertise in the ethical use of information. The school librarian ensures equitable access and selects materials that represent diverse perspectives and needs of students, staff and Dalton Community.
Teacher
As a teacher, the school librarian empowers students to become critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of information. The school librarian supports students’ success by guiding them in reading for understanding, for exposure to diversity of viewpoints, and for personal interests and in working with peers in successful collaboration for learning. The school librarian champions equity and inclusion and fosters an environment that encourages exploration, risk-taking and a growth mindset.
Program Administrator
As program administrator, the school librarian works collaboratively with members of the learning community to define the policies of the school library program, and to guide and direct all activities related to it. The school librarian creates and maintains a teaching and learning environment that is inviting, safe, flexible, and conducive to student learning.
Qualifications:
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The Dalton School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law in the administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics, and other school-administered programs.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to the employment portal using the following link - https://www.dalton.org/employment-opportunities