Description
Do you believe the right book can spark a lifelong love of learning? Merritt Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and organized School Librarian who can bring stories to life, inspire curious readers, and create a welcoming library environment for students from preschool through eighth grade.
The School Librarian will plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate library classes that encourage literacy, curiosity, research skills, and a genuine enjoyment of reading. Working with students across a wide range of ages, the Librarian will introduce young children to the magic of stories while helping older students grow into thoughtful, confident, and independent readers.
The Librarian will also oversee the daily care and organization of the school library, ensuring that its collections and spaces remain inviting, relevant, and accessible to students and teachers.
Other responsibilities include:
- Maintain library spaces, shelves, bulletin boards, and walls
- Update library spaces to reflect library events, lessons, campaigns, and Merritt hallmarks
- Oversee library resources for students, staff, and parents
- Catalog the collections
- Assist in the selection of instructional materials for the reading curriculum in grades PreK-8th
- Manage the circulation desk, including check-outs, renewals and maintenance of patron records
- Plan and manage 2 book fairs a year.
- Maintain an inventory of materials
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors’ degree in Library Science preferred
- 3-5 years of experience working in education
- Knowledge of Library Science skills
- Experience in computer technology including MS Office Suite
- Ability to develop effective relationships with students and parents
- Read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Pass pre-employment screenings
We support our teacher’s passion for learning by providing a tuition reimbursement program as well as many professional development training opportunities. Additional benefits include:
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental and vision insurance options for eligible employees
- Vacation and sick leave
- Retirement plan with employer matching
- Life Insurance
- Discounted tuition rate for child(ren) attending any J127 Education Foundation school
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Library Science
- 3-5 years of experience working in education
- Knowledge of Library Science skills (cataloging, collection management)
- Experience in computer technology including MS Office Suite
- Ability to develop effective relationships with students and parents
- Read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Pass pre-employment screenings
What We Do
Merritt Academy is an independent private school in Fairfax, Virginia providing early childhood through grade 8 education on a seven-acre campus. The school emphasizes rigorous academics, character education and service to families, offering infant/toddler care, preschool, elementary and middle school programs designed to support social, emotional and academic development.
