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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.  If you are threatened with a job loss, here is some helpful information: NJEA Document on Rice Notice

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Posted on September 20, 2021

Blair Academy's Timken Library is seeking a part-time or full-time Library Assistant.  This position is responsible for assisting the director in a variety of school library operations while providing superb service to the Blair community.   The Library Assistant position is non-exempt and reports to the Director of Timken Library.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist patrons with research related to curriculum and personal interests

• Coordinate with teachers to support library instruction and classroom collaboration

• Provide readers' advisory support and suggestions

• Catalogue, repair, and suggest selections for circulating and reference print collection

• Provide supervision of high school students in a warm and welcoming atmosphere

• Assist in managing all aspects of the School archives

 

Qualifications: 

 

• Knowledge of Google and Microsoft Office Suite

• Patient and resourceful, polite and dependable

• Must have excellent customer service skills

• Strong preference to candidate with or pursuing SLMS degree (or equivalent)

School Setting: 

Blair Academy is a co-educational, grade 9-postgraduate boarding school situated on 460 hilltop acres just minutes from the Delaware Water Gap and approximately one hour west of New York City. The school is 80 percent boarding, possesses exceptional facilities and is committed to the continuing education of employees. Learn more about our campus and programs at the School’s website atwww.blair.edu.

How to Apply:

Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to hr@blair.edu. 

Blair Academy seeks and supports employees who enliven and strengthen our community through their contributions to our classrooms, extracurricular activities and their desire to bring people together in a welcoming, inclusive community. We are committed to hiring people from a diversity of backgrounds. We do not discriminate against any applicants, as we ensure equal employment opportunities for all.

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Posted on September 20, 2021

School Library Media Specialist

BOARD OF EDUCATION of the VOCATIONAL SCHOOL in the COUNTY of MIDDLESEX

 

NOTICE of OPENING

 

2021-2022

 

SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST

 

Brief Description:

 

The Board of Education of Middlesex County Vocational and Technical High School is currently accepting applications for School Library Media Specialist for the 2021-2022 school year.

 

This will be a ten-month tenured track position. Salary will be based on the salary guide in effect.

 

This position will be located at our East Brunswick Campus.

 

Qualifications:

 

1. Valid New Jersey Educational certificate with School Library Media Specialist endorsement # 2855.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of Library Media Services and Makerspace Education.

 

Applications:

 

Applicants must send letter of application, resume and copy of certificate to jobs@mcvts.net by September 20, 2021 or until position is filled. 

 

 

Appointment:

 

Appointment is at the discretion of the Board of Education.  If and when appointment is made, all applicants, schools, the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Principals and Supervisors Association, the Middlesex County Vocational Education Association, and the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical High Schools Office Personnel Association will be notified.

 

 

The Middlesex County Vocational and Technical High School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Posted on September 20, 2021

ANTICIPATED POSTING
2021-2022 School Year

1 DISTRICT MEDIA SPECIALIST/LIBRARIAN
Union Township Public Schools

• Coordinates with classroom instruction teachers in the assigned school/schools and works to achieve state curriculum content standards and district educational goals and objectives.

• Collaborates with teachers to integrate information literacy competencies across the curricula including digital citizenship and understanding “fake news”.

• Provide all forms of media resources and materials for teachers and students to supplement the instructional program and assist in student research.

• Great communication skills both written and verbal.

• Promotes relationships with external information sources and participates in electronic networks and resource sharing systems to expand the media center’s capacity to access information globally.

• Strong management skills.

• Ability to maintain a comprehensive and efficient system of cataloging all media center materials and is able to provide professional development on using these systems.

• Google Level 1 educator certified preferred

Applicants are to apply via Applicant Tracking and e-mail a letter of interest to Mrs. Paul, Director of IT, spaul@twpunionschools.orgno later than June 30, 2021. End date subject to change.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Reposted on August 1, 2021

Perth Amboy Public Schools is looking for a full-time tenure track Media Specialist. If anyone with this certification and at least 1 other high school certification of any kind would like to apply, see JOB ID 5316 at https://www.applitrack.com/paps/onlineapp/default.aspx. Email Vice Principal Frank Romano at fromano@paps.net if you apply and/or if you have any questions or would like to learn more about the opening. 

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Posted on July 29, 2021

Full-time Senior Library Assistant – Circulation/ Youth and Adult Services - The Dunellen Public Library

Perform Circulation/Youth and Adult Services duties under the direct supervision of the Library Director. 

Essential Functions of the Job: Familiarity with the interlibrary loan system, the procurement of library materials, and the technical processing function of the Library. Plans and facilitates programs and related publicity in cooperation with Library Assistants.  Assists in maintaining and promoting library collections; performing other library-related tasks as assigned by a Supervisor or Library Director.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, planning, promoting and implementing library programs. Performing direct patron service at the circulation desk. Compiling daily circulation data and monthly statistical reports. The production of monthly calendar of library activities. Assists in the coordination of summer reading programs with local schools. Performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Library Director.

Minimum Qualifications: Experience with children is required. A Bachelor’s degree is required, students pursuing or candidates with their MLSIS are preferred. Two years of related patron service, library, customer service experience and computer skills required. Early childhood education experience and library experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Consideration will be given to candidates without a degree based on qualifications.

Compensation: This is a full time position $19.19 - $22.00 per hour. This is a full time position, 35 hours per week with medical and dental benefits as provided by the borough of Dunellen.

 
 Contact Elizabeth Lopez-Velez at director@dunellenlibrary.org to apply.

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Posted on July 21, 2021

Bound Brook School District in Bound Brook, NJ (Somerset County) is looking for a high school librarian

Library Media Specialist

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Principal, to assist students, and teaching staff with an enriching library/media center environment with a wide range of reading and other educational materials; maintains library collection at school site; develops appropriate programs for students utilizing library resources; and instructs students and others on the proper use of the library resources.

 

Certification/License:

 

• State Certification as a Librarian or Library/Media Specialist or as required for positions.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education:

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.

Experience:
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

FLSA Status:       Exempt

Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/boundbrook/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High+School+Teaching