Librarian and Teacher

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school located in Western Maine/the Mount Washington Valley, seeks a librarian/teacher beginning in the fall of 2026. In addition to filling the traditional roles of a librarian, this individual will help to manage the library as a community hub and contribute to the vision of a 21st century library. Fryeburg Academy faculty have responsibilities connected to the school's boarding program. The Academy, therefore, seeks individuals who enjoy working with high school students in and out of the classroom. Essential Job Functions Curate the collection of resources in the library, including purchasing, processing, repairing, and de-selecting items Manage the circulation system, including the patron database, checkouts and returns of items, and overdue notices Manage textbooks including processing, scheduling pickups and returns, repairing, and de-selecting Work with the business office on billing for damaged and lost books and textbooks Work with teachers to help students learn how to conduct digital research Run annual programs/contests and create displays to encourage student reading Help students with 3-D printing and other makerspace-related items Teach two basic technology-related courses each semester Serve as an advisor for a group of 12 -14 students Serve after-school hours in the Residential Life program as assigned Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions A strong belief in independent education, and particularly the mission of Fryeburg Academy The ability to work with students from a variety of backgrounds and cultures Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining high professional standards Technology-related skills including the following: 50+ WPM typing skills Proficiency with at least one of Windows or MacOS operating systems; iOS, Android, and ChromeOS a plus Working knowledge of at least one basic office software suite (Google Workspace, MS Office, LibreOffice) Knowledge of Follett Destiny beneficial 3D Printing, Glowforge, Cricut, and/or other creative technology skills a plus Qualifying Education and Experience Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree preferred; preference will be given to candidates with degrees in teaching/education or library science Experience working with students outside the classroom (e.g., tutoring, coaching, working in a residential or camp setting or as an activity advisor) is a plus All offers of employment are contingent on a cleared background check from the company of our choosing. All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to and must hold a Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) Approval. Preference will be given to candidates who are willing to work a non-standard-school-day schedule. Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer All offers of employment are contingent upon a cleared background check from the company of our choosing. All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to and must hold a Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) Approval. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Association of Independent Schools