Associate Librarian

The Nightingale-Bamford School

Job Location:

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Nightingale-Bamford School seeks an Associate Librarian for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Associate Librarian supports the daily function of the schools two libraries: the Lower School Library and the Middle/Upper School Library. The Associate Librarian splits their time between the two Nightingale libraries supervising students and maintaining an appropriate atmosphere for each space. The Associate Librarian supports division librarians and assists faculty staff and students in the full use of library services. Daily duties may include circulation of materials shelving helping users locate resources and completing library-related clerical tasks. Faculty at Nightingale are extended a one-year agreement; if employment is renewed associates are able to remain in the role for a maximum of two years.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):

Administrative

Perform circulation desk procedures such as checking in and checking out materials shelving books and issuing overdue notices
Register and maintain patron records and database subscriptions
Maintain the organization of the library collection and space
Supervise students in the library

Educational/Pedagogical

Assist with library programs displays and outreach activities including bulletin boards display cases student led initiatives and the monthly newsletter
Assist students with reference questions and readers advisory
Co-design/create research projects and reading programs under the guidance of divisional librarians
May be required to teach or co-teach a class.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Undergraduate degree
Enrollment in a Masters in Library and Information Science program
Experience working with K-12 students
Experience working in a library bookstore or educational setting

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS

A demonstrated understanding of the mission of the School and a commitment to the core principles of diversity equity inclusion and belonging
A demonstrated understanding of the mission of the Library in alignment with practices and the guidelines for materials selection and privacy
Effective communication skills both oral and written
Strong organization and time management skills
A high level of initiative; proven ability to work independently and collaboratively

SALARY

$60000

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at THE NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL

Founded by two bold visionary educators in 1920 The Nightingale-Bamford Schools mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers compassionate citizens and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls minds and hearts and in so doing infuses their lives with meaningful relationships teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence empathy resilience and reason. Nightingales commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity equity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color creed religion national origin citizenship age sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression military status marital status familial status caregiver status predisposing genetic characteristics actual or perceived domestic violence victim status disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Schools employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities including but not limited to recruiting interviewing hiring staffing training promotions compensation practices employee benefits social programs discipline and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation.

Required Experience:

Junior IC