Oregon Episcopal School seeks a Teacher Librarian to begin duties in August 2026. Interested candidates should include a resume and cover letter addressed to David Lowell (Head of Lower School) when submitting materials.

OUR MISSION: Oregon Episcopal School educates students to realize their power for good as engaged citizens of the world.

ABOUT US: Founded in 1869, Oregon Episcopal School today occupies a wooded 59-acre campus where 880 students in Pre-K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry-based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The Upper School also includes a small boarding program of international and domestic students who live and learn together, enhancing the vibrancy of the school community. 

OES seeks and values employees who continually grow in their work practices. Teaching faculty engage in the Characteristics of Effective Teaching for their ongoing learning in service of students. All other employees engage in professional growth specific to their responsibilities. Together, faculty and staff create a vibrant and diverse community of lifelong learners.

As an Episcopal school, we are rooted in a rhythm of gathering and reflection that values and respects all beliefs and cultures. As such, we educate toward a larger purpose – toward inclusion and respect, service and justice, and commitment beyond ourselves. 

JOB SUMMARY:  The Lower School Teacher Librarian empowers Pre-kindergarten through 5th grade students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of information. The librarian instills a love of learning in all students and promotes curiosity and the exploration of ideas and concepts. The Lower School Teacher Librarian collaborates with classroom teachers and specialists to design and implement learning experiences while demonstrating a commitment to maintaining intellectual freedom. The librarian also provides the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the Lower School library program is aligned with the OES mission, vision and identity. 

In addition to the qualifications detailed below, the successful teacher will promote the School’s commitment to attracting and retaining a highly talented faculty, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to support the School’s educational mission.  As professional educators in a dynamic living and learning environment, faculty are required to model professional behavior and observe appropriate adult-student boundaries to support a safe and supportive community for teaching and learning. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated gift for engaging students and strengthening the inclusive community of OES. 

Faculty also participate in a variety of activities typical to the independent school environment, including advising, committee work, support of experiential education, and other duties as assigned. In addition to strength in their teaching discipline/area, faculty candidates who bring an interest in dormitory association (for the Upper School), or coaching (in the Middle and Upper Schools) are encouraged to apply for these additional opportunities for student engagement and are strongly considered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Teacher Librarian and Instructional Partner

• Develop an intellectually challenging and creative library and information technology program with developmentally appropriate research-based practices
• Implement a strong, inquiry-based and differentiated research curriculum; work with educators to build and strengthen connections between student information and research needs, curricular content, learning outcomes, and information resources 
• Participate in the curriculum development process at both the grade and Lower School wide level to ensure that the curricula include the full range of literacy skills (information, media, visual, digital, and technological literacy) necessary to develop lifelong learners 
• Teach library and information technology skills to students from Pre-kindergarten through 5th grade.
• Collaborate with librarians in the other divisions to support a strong PreK-12 library and information technology program
• Promote the ethical use of information 
• Ensure equitable access to and responsible use of information
• Join teachers and others to plan and implement meaningful experiences that will promote a love of reading and lifelong learning; match quality books to readers
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in a spirit of openness and cooperation.
• Utilize a variety of instructional and assessment methods.
• Integrate technology to support student learning.
• Develop familiarity with a framework for understanding students’ individual strengths, affinities, and challenges.

Library Program Administrator and Information Specialist

• Provide leadership and expertise in the selection, acquisition, evaluation, and organization of information resources and information technologies in all formats
• Develop and maintain a diverse collection of resources appropriate to the curriculum, the learners, and the teaching styles and instructional strategies used within the school community 
• Cooperate and network with other libraries, librarians, and agencies to provide access to resources outside the school 
• Model effective strategies for developing multiple literacies 
• Evaluate, promote, and use existing and emerging information technologies to support teaching and learning, connect the school with the global learning community
• Understand copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property, and assisting users with their understanding and observance of the same 
• Use effective management principles, including the supervision and evaluation of personnel, resources, and facilities, in developing and implementing program goals and objectives 
• Prepare, justify, and administer the school library program budget to support specific program goals 
• Establish processes and procedures for selection, acquisition, circulation and resource sharing that assure appropriate resources are available when needed 
• Create and maintain a teaching and learning environment in the Lower School Library that is inviting, safe, flexible, and conducive to student learning 
• Arrange for flexible scheduling of the school library to provide student accessibility to staff and resources at point of need 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• A master’s degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association (or equivalent) 
• Three years of elementary teaching or library experience
• Intercultural competence, ability to work with sensitivity and effectiveness with students, families, colleagues of diverse backgrounds and identities, demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion for people of all backgrounds and identities 
• Digital literacy; intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, Google Docs/Sheets and other web-based applications; database and cloud storage solutions, such as Google Drive, ability to troubleshoot common hardware and software issues, and good understanding of data privacy principles, particularly in safeguarding student data and personal information.
• Video-conferencing experience, as appropriate to job duties; flexibility and  willingness to learn as digital tools evolve 
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• MA/MS in relevant discipline
• Five years of experience leading a school library
• Experience teaching in an independent school setting
• Knowledge of Reggio-inspired schools, social constructivist teaching and learning and the integration of the arts
• Oregon Central Background Registry qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:  

• Verbal and written communication skills, ability to manage confidential information in compliance with the law and best practice 
• Ability to consistently apply principles of equity and inclusion in day to day work and in the broader workplace community
• Organizational skills, ability to work well on teams 
• Ability to grow professionally and to stay abreast of changes in the field of education
• Interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate and maintain collegial relations with colleagues
• Knowledge of educational technology; openness to innovation, willingness to learn, ability to integrate evolving IT into curriculum
• Organizational skills, ability to work well on teams

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

• Ability to sit at computer and keyboard for moderate periods 
• Mobility sufficient to move about the campus, to include climbing stairs 
• Sight and hearing adequate to perform the duties of the job, ability to  communicate clearly 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis 

COMPENSATION: This is a full-time, academic year position that comes with a competitive salary based on degrees and experience, abundant professional development opportunities, and a generous benefits package.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Visit www.oes.edu/careers to learn more about OES and the faculty experience.
• Candidates should include a resume and cover letter addressed to David Lowell (Head of Lower School)

Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and changes made based on the needs of the school and the position.

Oregon Episcopal School does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristic or status. 

About Oregon Episcopal School

OUR MISSION: Oregon Episcopal School educates students to realize their power for good as engaged citizens of the world. ABOUT US: Oregon Episcopal School occupies a wooded 59 acre campus where 880 students in Pre-K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry- based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The School values employees who seek to continually develop the OES Essential Competencies in students and themselves. As an Episcopal school, we are rooted in a rhythm of gathering and reflection that values and respects all beliefs and cultures. As such, we educate toward a larger purpose— toward inclusion and respect, service and justice, and commitment beyond ourselves.

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