Greens Farms Academy is hiring: Middle/Upper School Librarian Fellow in Westport

The School
At Greens Farms Academy (GFA), students are empowered to do the hard, thrilling, essential work of shaping their own world, of building their own future. More than 700 PreK-12 students come from 23 towns in Fairfield and Westchester counties and form a joyful community that aspires to live by the school's motto, "Each for All." The school’s highly regarded academic program is built around small class sizes (average 15), mentoring partnerships with faculty (8:1 student-to-teacher ratio), and innovative programs designed to support students’ pursuit of inquiry. The faculty is characterized by its growth mindset, embracing innovation, exploring a range of student-centered approaches, and constantly seeking to better serve its students.

The GFA mission plays an essential role in school life: GFA engages students as partners in an innovative, inclusive, and globally-minded community to prepare them for lives of purpose. Faculty and staff have committed that language to memory, along with our core values -- passion, integrity, empathy, curiosity, excellence -- so as to better live out the spirit of those words.

The Position
Greens Farms Academy seeks a Middle and Upper School Librarian Fellow to begin in August 2025. This two-year fellowship offers an exciting opportunity for an early-career professional to lead the library program, supporting middle and upper school students and faculty. The fellow will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of school librarianship, from collection management to teaching information literacy, while fostering a welcoming and innovative library environment.

The ideal candidate will connect with students, inspire excitement about reading, and support their research and critical thinking skills. The fellow will also collaborate with faculty to integrate library resources into the curriculum and create a culture of inquiry and intellectual curiosity.

We seek candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment; are warm, welcoming, flexible, creative, and adaptable; engage fully in the life of the school both inside and outside the library; and are committed to equity, inclusion, and fostering a culture of belonging for all members of our community.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Library Program Leadership: The Librarian Fellow will create and maintain an inviting library environment that encourages exploration, collaboration, and discovery. They will develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the library effectively serves the needs of the school community.
2. Teaching and Collaboration: The fellow will partner with middle and upper school faculty to design and implement learning experiences that integrate library resources into the curriculum, fostering critical thinking, research skills, and information literacy. They will act as a resource for faculty by offering guidance on incorporating diverse library materials and research strategies into their teaching. Additionally, the fellow will provide reference and research support to both students and faculty, guiding them in the effective use of digital and print resources.
3. Student Engagement: This role includes inspiring a love of books and learning by providing reference assistance to students empowering them to find and use resources effectively for both academic and personal interests.
4. Collection Development: The Librarian Fellow will develop and maintain a diverse and inclusive collection of print and digital resources that supports the curriculum, fosters independent reading, and reflects the interests of students. They will ensure the collection is organized for maximum accessibility and usability.
5. Administration and Operations: This position involves managing the library’s budget to support program goals and carrying out administrative and clerical tasks necessary for the smooth functioning of the library program.
6. School Engagement: The Librarian Fellow will actively participate in the life of the school by taking on responsibilities such as study hall supervision, advisory roles, and other community activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Library Science or progress toward one preferred.
• Passion for working with middle and upper school students in a dynamic school environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with library systems, young adult and middle-grade literature, and digital resources.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Location
Founded in 1925, GFA is situated on a former Vanderbilt estate in a scenic 44-acre waterfront campus located in Westport, CT. GFA is a suburban school close to many transportation options and a five-minute walk from the Greens Farms Metro-North train station. The campus sits a half-hour south of New Haven and an hour north of New York City by car or commuter train.

Application
At GFA, we are committed to a policy of equal employment for all applicants. As part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive school, we recruit and hire applicants with diverse backgrounds. Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume through this application form (you will need a Gmail account to upload your resume and cover letter in a single PDF file). Please address the cover letter to Sue Teyan, Associate Head of School.