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The Langley School, a Preschool-8 independent school in McLean, Virginia, seeks a Librarian opening for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Grounded in a deep respect for childhood, The Langley School offers a warm, welcoming community and an exceptional academic program that uniquely combines inquiry-based learning and social-emotional learning for students in preschool through eighth grade. Since 1942, Langley has shaped curious, confident, resilient leaders, thinkers, and creators who are prepared to thrive in the nation’s top high schools and beyond. Langley attracts and retains talented faculty who support the whole child, are excited to be leaders in teaching and learning, and enjoy working in a diverse, highly collaborative setting. Teachers at Langley are committed to the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth of each student and foster a nurturing, engaging learning environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

The librarian’s role is to create an enriching literary environment that supports diverse learners, promotes a love of reading, and advances information literacy. Responsibilities include overseeing, developing, and maintaining a dynamic and up-to-date collection of educational and recreational materials and ensuring alignment with the institution's curricular needs. The librarian collaborates with and inspires a team composed of an additional librarian and volunteer support staff, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. The position’s commitment extends to supporting curricular needs and recreational reading interests within the community. Additionally, the librarian teaches classes for several grades across the PS-8 arc of development.

The Langley School offers highly competitive salaries, excellent benefits, robust professional development opportunities, and tuition remission for faculty and staff.

Requirements

Job Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred
• A minimum of two years prior classroom or library experience in a PS-8 school setting

Ideal Candidates Will Possess The Following

To Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume to Jenny Murray, Director of Curriculum and Instruction / Assistant Head for Programs, at jmurray@langleyschool.org. Please write “Librarian” in the subject line.

No phone calls, please.

The Langley School believes that a diverse school community promotes learning and growth, preparing students for responsible and compassionate global citizenship. The school administers all programs and policies without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status.

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