Librarian/Media Specialist en Hamilton Township School District Mercer County

Middle School Librarian/Media Specialist

Requirements:

• New Jersey Instructional Certificate - School Media Specialist (or equivalent degree)
• Knowledge of best practices as outlined by the American Library Association (ALA) and NJ Association of School Librarians (NJASL)
• Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards for English Language Arts (9-12) and National School Library Standards
• Ability to organize, catalogue, and classify physical and digital library collection 
• Ability to teach students to build skills in literacy and information technology (where applicable)
• Ability to work collaboratively with student, teachers, and administrative staff
• Ability to assist students and staff with the research process and effective use of library databases
• Participate in and offer professional growth activities for colleagues
• Desire to work collaboratively with fellow librarians/media specialists
• Bilingual (a plus)

Effective:  2025 - 2026 School Year

Salary:

• As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level
• Minimum $63,000 - maximum $98,404 

Benefits: 

In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package: 
including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off.   Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

 Interested candidates with applications in our Applitrack System must specifically "apply" for this position.
AA/EEO

*In accordance with S-414/A-3188 (http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/S0500/414_R2.HTM),
school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers (“employers”) are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct allegations.

*Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml)