Responsibilities

1. Library Program Leadership

● Develop and implement a comprehensive library program aligned with American curriculum standards.

● Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate library, research, and digital literacy skills into units of study.

● Promote reading for pleasure, literacy engagement, and lifelong learning.

● Maintain a positive, student-centered library environment.

1. Information & Digital Literacy Instruction

● Teach regularly scheduled library classes for PreK–Grade 6.

● Teach research skills, media literacy, digital citizenship, and ethical technology usage.

● Guide students in locating, evaluating, and using information responsibly.

1. Library Collection Management

● Curate a balanced and diverse print and digital collection appropriate for an international school community.

● Conduct annual inventory, weeding, and catalog updates.

● Manage acquisitions, budgeting, vendor relations, and cataloging.

● Ensure inclusive representation: languages, cultures, identities, and global perspectives.

1. Instructional Collaboration

● Work closely with teachers to support inquiry units, literacy goals, and cross-curricular projects.

● Provide resource recommendations that support classroom learning.

● Assist faculty in using databases, digital tools, and library instructional resources.

1. Library Operations

● Oversee daily library operations, including circulation, scheduling, and library usage policies.

● Train and supervise library assistants, parent volunteers, and student helpers.

● Maintain safe, organized, and engaging learning spaces.

● Coordinate library events such as Book Week, author visits, book fairs, reading challenges, and family literacy programs.

1. Technology & Digital Resources

● Support use of digital tools, research databases, and e-book platforms.

● Provide basic troubleshooting support for students and teachers in library-related technology.

● Collaborate with IT and instructional technology teams on digital literacy integration.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Required

● Bachelor's degree in Library Science, Education, or related field.

● Teaching certification (Elementary Education or School Librarian/Library Media Specialist).

● Experience working with the American curriculum or international schools.

● Strong English proficiency.

● Competence with library management systems and digital learning platforms.

Preferred

● Master's degree in Library & Information Science.

● Experience in inquiry-based learning, literacy instruction, or IB PYP.

● Experience living or working internationally.

Familiarity with Follett Destiny etc.