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Know of an open position Share it with us! Send the posting to jobs@njasl.org. Please word your posting exactly as you wish it to appear on the website. Be sure to include: county, state (if outside New Jersey), school district, position available (title), school, grade level, requirements, date position is available, application deadline, and contact Information (i.e. name, title, address, email address, phone#, fax#). All job openings will be posted for two months. If an extension is needed, please request that the listing remain posted for an additional month. If the opening has been filled before the posting expires, please request that the listing be removed.

Have you heard of a job loss or retirement? If you know of a New Jersey school system lacking a certified School Library Media Specialist, a school system that is eliminating their School Library Media Specialist, or a librarian that is planning to retire in the near future, please complete this form. Our Advocacy Team works to respond to the job loss submissions. If you need immediate attention, please directly contact advocacy@njasl.org. Further assistance can be found on the https://www.njea.org/unemployment-resources/NJEA website.


Posted on March 5, 2024


Linwood Public Library Director, works closely with the Board of Trustees, must be comfortable wearing many hats from community leader, administrator grant writer. The mission of the Linwood Library is to provide an environment where patrons of all ages can meet their education, informational and recreational needs.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following is a partial list of duties required of the Director. The list is not intended to serve as the comprehensive list of all duties performed.

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the Library:

    • Lead, develop, administer, assess, and coordinate the work of the Library staff.

    • Perform managerial duties related to personnel, budget, payroll and benefits, collection development, technology, and building maintenance

    • Ensure the delivery of high-quality library programs and services the community

    • Prepare all required City and State reports

    • Knowledge and compliance with New Jersey State library law

  • Pursue financial support on local, state, and national levels:

    • Actively seek grants and partnerships tenhance library programming and services

    • Advise and support the Friends of the Library

  • Collaborate with the Board of Trustees:

    • Evaluate Library performance and effectiveness

    • Develop and implement policies and procedures

    • Review and revise strategic plan as needed

    • Identify and address relevant financial, operational, staffing, and facility matter

    • Oversee preparation of monthly financial reports and annual Library operating budget, including revenue/expenditure history, analysis, and future projections

  • Develop and maintain relationships with the community, including local governments, businesses, schools, and community service organizations:

    • Responsible for creating an environment that welcomes all users and staff

    • Represent the Library at meetings and workshops

    • Attend community events

QUALIFICATIONS: A Master’s degree in Library or Information Sciences in a library program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey College Master’s program in Library Science deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State College. Municipal library experience suggested.

FILING DEADLINE: March 1, 2024

SALARY RANGE: $55,000 - $70,000 with benefits

TAPPLY: Send resume Linwoodlibrarytrustee@gmail.com 


Posted on February 11, 2024


Burlington County Library System

The Burlington County Library System has multiple openings for Librarians and Librarians to-be.

Find out more: https://www.bcls.lib.nj.us/job-opportunities


Posted on February 6, 2024


Media Specialist (Available 4/1/24 Tenure Track)

Bernards Township School District

  • Position Type:
      High School Teaching/Media Specialist

  • Date Posted:
      1/23/2024

  • Location:
      Ridge High School

  • Date Available:
      4/1/24

  • Closing Date:
      2/15/24

Apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/bernards/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High+School+Teaching&AppliTrackJobId=1700&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

Posted on February 5, 2024


Long Hill Township School District

Morris County N.J.

www.longhill.org

 

Central Middle School

90 Central Ave.

Stirling NJ 07980

 

Middle School Library Media Specialist
2024-2025 School Year


This position serves as Middle School Library Media Specialist and is responsible for the following cycle courses:

  • Digital Literacy and Communication - 7th Grade
  • Financial Literacy and Career Exploration - 8th Grade


MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

1.  New Jersey Standard Certification or Certificate of Eligibility in the appropriate subject area:  

  • N.J. School Library Media Specialist

2.  Required criminal history background check.

SALARY:
Based on degree and experience as per the LHEA salary guide.

Apply online via the following Link:

https://www.applitrack.com/longhill/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Middle+School+Teaching



Posted on January 9, 2024


Lower School Library Media Specialist

Princeton Day School is seeking a Lower School Library Media Specialist to begin in the 2024-25 school year to lead a service-oriented library and educational technology program that fully incorporates a variety of print and digital resources. The Lower School Library Media Specialist will work collaboratively with colleagues, demonstrate a passion for students and their literacy development, and embrace the dynamic nature of libraries and technology in education.

Leader: The Lower School Library Media Specialist will oversee the library facility, curriculum, and resources to create a welcoming, innovative learning environment. They will provide leadership in the selection, acquisition, evaluation, and organization of print and digital resources to develop a library and technology program that meets the diverse needs of the PDS Lower School community. The Library Media Specialist will effectively delegate library and technology support tasks to the Lower School Library Media Assistant.

Instructional Partner: The Library Media Specialist will collaborate with faculty to build and strengthen connections among the literacy and information needs of students, curricular content, and the library. They will be an expert in promoting children’s literature, lead inquiry research units, and teach information literacy and digital citizenship skills. They will design a curriculum utilizing a wide variety of technological and library resources to ensure that students and staff are effective and ethical users of technology and information. They will empower students to be enthusiastic readers, as well as skillful inquirers.

Technology Specialist: The Library Media Specialist will be experienced in an array of educational and library technologies. They will provide leadership in the selection, acquisition, evaluation, vetting, implementation, and support of technologies for use in the Lower School. The Library Media Specialist will report to the Head of Libraries, the Director of Academic Technology, and the Lower School Division Head. They will liaise directly with the IT Department to ensure the division’s technology needs are addressed.

Qualifications:

  • An ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent degree.
  • Experience at the elementary level in library services, including instruction of research, information, and digital literacy skills.
  • A demonstrated ability to creatively promote literature and literacy.
  • Experience with educational technology, such as learning management systems, classroom technology, and elementary education applications.
  • A desire to enhance and support teaching and learning through the identification and use of appropriate technologies.
  • A demonstrated ability to lead change, work collaboratively, and instruct students and adults creatively.
  • A familiarity with AASL and ISTE standards.
  • A commitment to ongoing professional development and growth.
  • An understanding of and commitment to Princeton Day School's mission and philosophy, including its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in which all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration and innovation and seeks employees who are passionate about their work and who embrace the importance of lifelong learning.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, a link to samples of their work and a list of at least three professional references to hr@pds.org


Posted on January 7, 2024


Kenilworth Public Schools

www.kenilworthschools.com


AVAILABLE POSITION - 2023-2024

School Library Media Specialist

Full-time 10-Month position OR part-time flexible schedule

Tenure track

David Brearley Middle-High School

Start Date: February 13, 2024


QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Valid NJDOE Educational Services School Library Media Specialist Certificate.
  2. Demonstrated ability related to collection development, information technology, research methodology and library program designs for children and adolescents.
  3. Previous high school media center experience preferred.
  4. Familiarity with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), design challenges, integrative design, and STEM, desired.
  5. Strong interpersonal, problem-solving and communication skills.
  6. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
  7. Must meet NJ Residency requirements as per the New Jersey First Act, N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70).


REPORTS TO: Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Terms of tenure track position per collective bargaining agreement. Starting salary prorated: Step 1BA - $71,017 / Step 1MA - $79,122.

APPLICATION: Please apply through Kenilworth’s Frontline Education portal at https://www.applitrack.com/kenilworthschools/onlineapp/  by January 31, 2024.

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