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The University of Pittsburgh/Falk Laboratory School is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Current Openings:

• School Librarian (K–8)
• School Nurse
• K–8 Substitute Teacher

School Librarian (K–8)

Falk Laboratory School, a co-educational K-8 laboratory school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh, seeks a full-time, experienced, and dynamic school librarian for the 2026-2027 academic year, beginning in August 2026.

About the Library

The Falk Library exists to:

• Nurture a love of reading and an appreciation of literature and stories.
• Help students develop the skills to find, evaluate, and apply information effectively, empowering them to function as informed individuals and engaged members of society.

Our vision is for the library to be a vibrant, inclusive space where learners of all ages feel welcomed and inspired to explore their curiosity. The library nurtures creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, empathy, and social responsibility, and serves as a central space for collaboration, community building, and meaningful inquiry.

Responsibilities

The librarian will collaborate with faculty, staff, and peer librarians to advance the library's mission, including:

• Designing and implementing inquiry-based, student-centered learning experiences and assessments.
• Creating an environment conducive to active learning, resource-based instruction, and collaboration.
• Promoting curricula that develop the full range of literacy skills necessary for lifelong learners.
• Collaborating with educators to support students' learning needs.
• Evaluating and integrating technologies to enhance teaching, learning, and access to resources.
• Aligning the library program with state and national best practices.
• Advocating for the library program and the principles of the library profession.
• Supervising and mentoring library staff, including undergraduate and graduate students, and coordinating parent volunteers.
• Curating the library collection, including vetting, selecting, ordering, and processing new materials and resources (print and electronic)

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Library and Information Science, or progress toward one, preferred.
• Pennsylvania state school librarian certification is a plus.
• Experience working with K-8 students is strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated leadership and management experience.
• Commitment to progressive, student-centered, and inclusive education practices.
• Experience in or willingness to learn media technologies, such as DSLR cameras, iMovie, Garage Band, online databases, and research tools. 

Application Requirements

For full consideration, applicants should submit:

1. Letter of application
2. Resume/CV
3. Educational philosophy (including use of technology with children)
4. Three letters of recommendation
5. Official transcripts
6. Pennsylvania teaching/librarian certification or equivalent

Salary & Benefits

The minimum base salary is $50,000; credit will be given for years of relevant experience. Falk Laboratory School, a department in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits. Questions can be sent to Molly Hicks, Director of Administrative Operations, at [email protected].

Application Timeline & Contact

Applications will be reviewed beginning in April and will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Offer of employment is contingent on the Candidate satisfactorily obtaining and passing the following before commencement of appointment: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check. Candidates must also submit proof of a negative TB test before their first day of work. As Act 168 of 2014 requires, the Candidate must satisfy the requirements on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form.

For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage

School Nurse

Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks one full-time School Nurse to care for students of all ages. The Falk School Nurse provides episodic medical care to students of all ages, facilitates positive student responses to normal development; promotes health and safety within the school; intervenes to address potential health problems through education and strategic planning; provides case management as needed; and actively collaborates with faculty and school leadership to build student and family capacity for self-advocacy and adaptation. This person will provide direct and consultative services in the school setting for diagnostic, preventative, and interventive purposes. This position will start August 15, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provides episodic care and first aid to ill or injured students.
• Communicates with parents as needed about a student’s health
• Administers medication
• Organizes and conducts annual health screenings
• Prepares medical and other reports
• Maintains student health records
• Coordinates the student assistance program
• Mentors University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing students taking part in clinical rotations
• Serves on the Student Services Committee
• Facilitates health and safety meetings
• Schedules and organizes fire drills and other emergency preparedness drills
• Co-facilitates quarterly emergency management team meetings with the Director of Administrative Operations
• Serves as liaison between Falk School and the University of Pittsburgh Police Department
• Prepares and teaches health-related lessons and trainings as needed
• Provides assistance as needed to parents in locating and obtaining appropriate community services
• Provides episodic care of adults such as staff, faculty, interns, and student employees
• Maintains inventory of supplies
• Reviews school policies, records and other information at least annually and updates as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) with at least 5 years relevant experience or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with at least 3 years relevant experience required
• Experience in a school or similar setting caring for children’s medical needs
• Knowledge of culturally responsive health practices
• Knowledge of emergency preparedness procedures preferred
• Experience as a pediatric nurse in a school setting preferred

Materials can be uploaded to join.pitt.edu. For full consideration, please submit:

1. Letter of application
2. A resume
3. Three letters of recommendation
4. School nursing philosophy statement
5. Proof of degree (ADN, ASN, or BSN)
6. Proof of RN license

Compensation commensurate with experience. Falk Laboratory School, a department in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits. Please contact Molly Hicks, Director of Administrative Operations, at [email protected] with questions. Applications will be reviewed beginning in late February and will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

Offer of employment is contingent on the candidate satisfactorily obtaining and passing the following before commencement of appointment: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check. Candidates must also submit proof of a negative TB test before their first day of work if hired. Also, as Act 168 of 2014 requires, the candidate must satisfy the requirements on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form.

For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage

K–8 Substitute Teacher

Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 laboratory school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is accepting applications for part-time substitute teachers. Applications in all certification areas are welcome, including Elementary, Secondary, and Subject area specializations. Please direct questions to Molly Hicks, Director of Administrative Operations, at [email protected].

For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage