Lower School Librarian

University School Of Nashville

Job Location:

Nashville, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

University School of Nashville

Lower School Librarian

August 2026

University School of Nashville (USN) invites qualified candidates to submit an application for the position of Lower School Librarian. This is a full-time exempt position as part of the Hassenfeld Library team to begin in August 2026. The Lower School Librarian will create and manage a robust Lower School library program that teaches information literacy skills in support of the classroom curriculum through dedicated library classes and promotes a lifelong love of reading and learning. This position sees 20 different classes each week in grades K-4 and also participates as a member of the library team and the Lower School division. Together with the LS Assistant Librarian this position is responsible for maintaining and developing the library collection for LS students both print and digital as well as planning and running events with the library team including author/illustrator visits and community outreach programs.

The Hassenfeld Library is a 20000-square-foot facility serving students and faculty from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Its nearly 30000 volumes numerous study areas multiple technology access points archives and specialized instructional spaces complement a large central reading room. The Hassenfeld Librarys centerpiece location on campus makes it a popular gathering and programming space for the entire school community with noise levels that ebb and flow throughout the day.

The School

University School of Nashville is an independent non-sectarian co-educational day school with enrollment of over 1000 students in kindergarten through twelfth 1915 the George Peabody College for Teachers opened Peabody Demonstration School (PDS) USNs predecessor which earned acclaim for its curriculum and 1974 Peabody College announced plans to close PDS and a group of parents alumni students and teachers reconstituted and re-chartered the school as University School of Nashville.

USNs midtown location adjacent to Vanderbilt University and its Peabody College for Teachers reminds us each day of our beginnings more than 100 years ago in the demonstration school culture of innovation and educational best practices. Its a vibrant educational community for both students and teachers in the midst of a dynamic city.

In the USN community students expect much of each other and faculty benefit from that high standard. We seek educators who are enthusiastic about their own learning to complement their work and we offer many opportunities for professional growth. USN is committed to creating an institutional environment that mirrors the cultural and ethnic composition of greater Nashville. USN encourages a diverse applicant pool and provides equal employment opportunities for employees and job applicants.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

Teaches a regular schedule of 20 classes each week to grades K-4 focused on information literacy literature appreciation and research skills
Collaborates with Lower School faculty to support the curriculum through dedicated library classes
Differentiates instruction to meet the needs of various learning styles and needs of students at appropriately challenging levels
Supports classroom community using Responsive Classroom and social-emotional learning strategies
Develops plans and runs an author/illustrator visit program for the Lower School
Creates opportunities for parents and faculty to actively participate in the Lower School library program
Coordinates with LS Assistant Librarian to manage circulation and collection development
Participate fully as a member of the library team a member of the Lower School division and in the life of the school community
Performs other duties as determined by the Library Director and Lower School Division Head

Qualifications and Experience

Masters of Library Science (MLS) or verified enrollment in a graduate-level ALA-accredited program of Library Science with a teaching certificate or school librarian endorsement strongly preferred
Minimum of three years of experience teaching at the elementary level
Experience with a diverse school community
Demonstrated knowledge of and passion for childrens literature
Proficiency with library technology and multimedia tools including LibGuides
Knowledge of Responsive Classroom preferred

Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrate excellent classroom management skills
Provide effective instruction in information literacy skills
Maintain and develop the Lower School library collection
Be flexible and able to embrace change
Work independently and take initiative when appropriate
Work collaboratively with colleagues and the USN community
Embrace a growth mindset with regard to pedagogy and continuing professional development
Communicate thoroughly accurately and concisely both verbally and in writing
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
Demonstrate integrity and confidentiality

Required Experience:

Senior IC

DescriptionUniversity School of NashvilleLower School LibrarianAugust 2026University School of Nashville (USN) invites qualified candidates to submit an application for the position of Lower School Librarian. This is a full-time exempt position as part of the Hassenfeld Library team to begin in Augu...