Research Librarian - John Gray Park ‘28 Library at Kent School.
The person in this role will serve as a primary point of contact for
student research at Kent, and for faculty research support.
Responsibilities include teaching multiple sections of a required class
in study skills and research methods; creating and delivering individual
lessons for classes and projects in and outside of the library;
participating in ongoing collection development of both print and
digital materials and promotion of same; managing and developing a
robust student tutoring program; promoting academic integrity principles
through individual and group instruction as well as programming;
assisting with supervision of students in the library generally.
This is an academic year (40 week) staff position with
benefits, salary commensurate with experience. Requires an MLS/MLIS from
an ALA accredited institution, excellent communication and technology
skills, demonstrated experience with sophisticated research methods, a
particular enthusiasm for working with college bound high school
students, comfort working in a rapidly changing environment, and desire
to be a member of a creative team. Prior experience in an independent
school environment is preferred. For consideration please send a cover
letter and resume to the attention of: Amy Voorhees, Library Director,
Kent School, P.O. Box 2006, Kent, CT 06757 or voorheesa@kent-school.edu.
