School Librarian
Company: Society of the Transfiguration
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Position Overview: Bethany
School seeks a School Librarian beginning in August 2026, with
flexibility to consider an earlier start for highly qualified
candidates. Successful candidates are culturally competent,
responsible, caring, and enthusiastic educators who are passionate
about literacy and fostering a love of reading in children. The
School Librarian manages and maintains the school library while
serving as an instructional partner to faculty and a literacy
resource for students. The School Librarian is a member of the
Special Area Team (SAT) Division and teaches weekly library classes
for students in grades K–8, while also supporting schoolwide
literacy initiatives. Primary Responsibilities: ?Teach weekly
library classes for students in grades K–8, fostering information
literacy, research skills, and a love of reading. ?Manage and
maintain the school library, including organization, cataloging,
circulation, and inventory of materials. ?Curate and maintain an
up-to-date, diverse, and developmentally appropriate collection of
texts that reflect and celebrate the identities, cultures, and
experiences of the Bethany School community. ?Collaborate with
faculty to support classroom instruction, literacy goals, and
cross-curricular learning. ?Support and assist with schoolwide
reading initiatives and assessments, including Renaissance STAR,
IXL, and Accelerated Reader (AR). ?Organize and oversee the
school's annual Book Fair. ?Manage and coordinate library
volunteers, including scheduling and communication. ?Promote
reading and literacy through programming, displays, special events,
and student engagement initiatives. ?Provide guidance to students
in book selection and research, supporting individual interests and
reading levels. ?Maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and
well-organized library environment. ?Communicate effectively and
professionally with students, families, volunteers, and colleagues.
?Engage in ongoing professional development and reflective
practice. ?Uphold and model Bethany School's mission, values, and
Episcopal identity. Qualifications: ?Bachelor's Degree required;
master's degree in library science (MLS) or related field
preferred. ?Experience working in a library and/or K–12 school
setting preferred. ?A commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and
inclusion. ?Experience with Alexandria Library Software. ?Strong
classroom and behavior management skills in active learning
environments. ?Strong organizational and systems-management skills.
?Ability to work effectively with students across developmental
levels (K–8). ?Collaborative skills and the ability to work
effectively in team settings. ?Prioritization of student safety and
well-being. ?Dependability, professionalism, punctuality, and sound
judgment. ?Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability
to communicate effectively and professionally in writing and
verbally. ?Proficiency in technology and library systems;
experience with Google Workspace and school-based instructional
platforms preferred. ?Willingness to participate in ongoing
professional development. Faculty Expectations: ?Foster and steward
a culture of mutual respect, equitable practice, and joy in and out
of the classroom. ?Set reasonable expectations for the development
of the mind, body, and spirit. ?Exhibit a solid working knowledge
of best teaching practices. ?Identify and support students' social,
emotional, and academic needs. ?Communicate effectively and
professionally with students and families about learning goals and
student progress. ?Demonstrate content knowledge and expertise, and
scaffold instruction to ensure student growth. ?Collaborate and
plan actively for learning. We require all candidates who have been
offered a position with our Ministries to go through a background
check which includes fingerprinting. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Keywords: Society of the Transfiguration, Dayton , School Librarian, Education / Teaching , Cincinnati, Ohio
