Upper School Librarian (Interim)
Randolph School is seeking an upper school librarian for a one year interim position beginning August, 2012.

Education/Experience: The upper school librarian should have an MLIS or MLS degree from a university program that combines academic and professional training in education, school library program experience, collection development and management experience, and information technology skills.  The librarian provides a variety of services as a teacher, information specialist, and instructional consultant.

Responsibilities:


 *   Provide each student with an enriched library environment containing a wide variety and range of materials that will incite intellectual probing, growth, and to aid all students in acquiring information literacy skills.
 *   Engage with faculty to incorporate technology and information resources.
 *   Prepare and provide instruction for information literacy and technology skill development that integrates with classroom curriculum learning.
 *   Enlist faculty participation in selecting new materials and adding information skills to lessons.
 *   Ensure an academic climate conducive to teaching and learning in the library itself.
 *   Assist in the recruitment and selection of aides and volunteers.
 *   Maintain systems for maintenance and organization of books, equipment and other materials
 *   Create and maintain promotional media, such as web site and school newsletters.
 *   Promote use of professional collections.
 *   Participate in resource sharing and networking with other libraries.
 *   Explore current development in the field.
 *   Coordinate and maintain library budget.
 *   Examine and select materials to be discarded, repaired and replaced.
 *   Encourage literacy through library programs including summer reading and book clubs.
 *   Select, acquire, process and catalog library materials.
 *   Select and maintain a collection of periodical literature.
 *   Select and procure online subscription services that best meet the needs of the community.
 *   Select and acquire audio visual equipment as needed for the faculty and students.
 *   Maintain orderly circulation and overdue procedures.
 *   Maintain library policy and submit recommendations of new policy.

Please submit a cover letter of interest and resume to:
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