Lower School Library Teacher - Leave Position (Full Time)

Town School for Boys•San Francisco, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Town School for Boys, an independent K-8 all-boys school in San Francisco with approximately 415 students, is seeking a full-time Lower School Library Teacher for a leave position from May 4 to June 3, 2026. This role involves maintaining library operations and providing K–2 instruction, working closely with the Director of Library Services to ensure a smooth end-of-year experience. The position also includes weekly faculty meetings, lunch, and recess duty obligations. The school encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, even if they don't meet every qualification.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience teaching grades K–2 with strong classroom management skills.
Ability to learn and use Follett Destiny library database software.
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Slides, Docs, and Sheets) and basic AV/computer setups.
Skill in engaging with the public and providing a welcoming, helpful presence to students, staff, and parents.
Ability to engage in light physical activity, including lifting, pushing book carts, and shelving books on low and high shelves.
Attention to detail regarding alphabetical and categorical shelving systems.

Nice To Haves

A teaching credential
Master’s degree

Responsibilities

Lead K–2 library classes using provided lesson plans and slide decks.
Supervise 5th–8th grade recess.
Supervise 7:30 AM Morning Care for 1st - 8th grades.
Supervise 3:00 - 3:30 Extended Day Coverage for 1st - 4th grades.
Manage the library space to ensure consistent student supervision and operational continuity.
Manage book check-ins/outs and student holds using Follett Destiny.
Assist patrons with account and catalog inquiries.
Help students and staff locate materials and use library resources.
Clear return bins, sort materials, perform shelf reads, and accurately reshelve items to maintain organization.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and welcoming library space.
Assist with collecting outstanding materials and completing closing inventory tasks.
Perform additional library duties as needed to support daily operations.
Attend weekly faculty meetings.
Perform lunch duty obligations.
Perform recess duty obligations.