School Librarian K-12; Part Time

School Librarian (K-12) Position Summary

Eton Academy, an independent school dedicated to educating different learners, is seeking a dynamic media librarian with a passion for children, the ability to develop and maintain library collections, and the ability to provide top quality instruction for our students. The media librarian will be creative in their approach to teaching, genuinely kind, share a passion for learning with students daily, and possess expertise in developing a library collection that reflects the needs of our school.

The ideal candidate should be able to manage a school library, teach K‑12 library and technology skills, and cultivate a friendly, supportive environment conducive to learning inside and outside the classroom.

• At least a Bachelor's Degree or higher
• Librarian Certification
• Proven success in building and maintaining library collections
• Outstanding instructional, presentation, communication, and organizational skills
• Genuine interest, belief, and care for students' personal and academic success
• Ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in a student‑centered community
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement
• A positive mindset and drive for personal excellence
• Strong sense of professional responsibility and personal accountability for student achievement
• Creativity combined with the ability to use data to develop library collections and engaging learning strategies

• Maintain all libraries
• Update library books based on current need
• Manage digital reading resource programs for students
• Manage catalog and update teachers/students yearly
• Catalog new materials
• Manage library budget
• Manage school‑wide resources

• Teach library and literacy related skills to students K‑12 with all reporting and record keeping
• Plan and execute school‑wide events
• Provide resources and consult to teachers

Develop, maintain and manage the school's library collections, teach, coach, counsel, supervise, and care for students, work in partnership with parents, advocate and promote the school, collaborate collegially with administrators and staff, and grow professionally. This includes school‑related meetings that may occur outside regularly scheduled hours.

• Understand and implement all aspects of the Eton Approach and participate in all related training
• Possess expertise in library development and maintenance
• Teach library and media content to students K‑12
• Create a flexible program and provide an environment favorable to individualized learning and personal growth for students
• Establish effective rapport with students
• Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge for a good foundation for life, in accordance with each student's ability
• Establish good relationships and communication with parents and participate in parent‑teacher conferences
• Establish good working relationships with other faculty and staff members
• Continuously remain open to learning new LD strategies/programs to prepare different learners for success
• Adhere to all policies in the Eton Handbook

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required, which may change at any time with or without notice.

Part‑time with possible full‑time opportunity

Visit our website nacademy.org to learn more about our school located in Birmingham, Michigan.

Eton Academy advocates and values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all of our programs and employment. Eton Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part‑time

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

• Bachelor's (Required)

• Librarian Certification (Required)

In person