Lower School Librarian

Bullis School seeks a Lower School Librarian for the 2026-27 academic year. This is an opportunity to lead a dynamic K-5 library program and strengthen the library’s role as an engaging and essential part of the Lower School experience. The Lower School Librarian will cultivate a love of reading, help students develop information literacy and research skills, and partner with teachers to support classroom learning.

Strong candidates will view the library as a place where every child feels welcome, known, and eager to explore. This is a full-time, 10-month position reporting to the Head of Lower School and beginning October 1, 2026, or as soon thereafter as possible.

About the Lower School Library Program The Lower School library is a welcoming, student-centered learning space where students explore ideas, discover books, build research skills, and grow as independent readers and thinkers. The Lower School Librarian develops and implements the library curriculum, leads regular checkout and connects students with books based on their interests and needs, supports classroom literacy instruction and research projects, and plans author visits, book clubs, displays, and other programs that spark curiosity and connection.

The Librarian manages the physical space and print collection; curates culturally inclusive, individually responsive resources; and works closely with the Middle School Research and Literacy Engagement Coordinator and the Upper School Librarian to ensure that Bullis collections and resources support the school’s reading initiatives and academic program.

Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career.

If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!

Essential Functions Information Literacy Instruction Promote a culture and love of reading in the Lower School Develop, implement, and maintain a written, grade-by-grade (K–5) library scope and sequence for research skills, information literacy, and digital citizenship, aligned to AASL National School Library Standards and reviewed/approved annually by the LS Assistant Head of School for Academics.

Instruct students in the use of library tools, including the library website and resource page, the online student access catalog, digital library (Overdrive/Sora), and research databases

Deliver engaging lessons that develop students’ interest in reading

Support classroom teachers in literacy instruction through reading groups

Plan library events, author visits, book fairs, book clubs, etc.

Differentiate instruction and independent book-selection support by grade band Adopt and consistently apply Responsive Classroom practices and the school’s behavioral expectations in library class, building predictable routines for entry, transitions, independent work, and dismissal

Reference/Promoting Library Program Maintain weekly checkout times in Lower School Create regular displays, refreshed on a documented monthly schedule, that promote a reading culture and celebrate diversity and relevant topics at Bullis Respond to reference questions from students and faculty

Collection Development Manage the print collection, including cataloging, processing, shelving, repairing, and weeding materials

Research and select inclusive print and digital resources that reflect students’ identities, interests, and learning needs

Collaborate with Assistant Head of Lower School for Academics to identify, explore, evaluate, curate, and adopt new digital resources and tools for learning.

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