Librarian

Aldar Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education seeks a passionate Librarian for Al Mushrif Kindergarten Charter School in Abu Dhabi for the Academic Year 25/26. This role focuses on delivering library sessions, selecting appropriate resources, and managing the library environment, ensuring alignment with core values and educational standards.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience as a Librarian.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Arabic language skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver library information literacy sessions.
• Select and order new books suitable for each grade level.
• Maintain the library database and manage overdue books.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Office Management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Library Studies or Information Science

Job description

Job Description

Aldar Education is currently seeking an outstanding Librarian for Al Mushrif Kindergarten Charter School in Abu Dhabi for the Academic Year 25/26.

The school offers an American curriculum and provides high-quality education leading to successful student outcomes. The successful candidate will align with our core values and ethos, demonstrating a genuine understanding and appreciation of regional values.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the successful Aldar family of schools and contribute to shaping the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and deliver library information literacy sessions to enable students to find resources independently, whether books, magazines, or online materials.
2. Select and order new books suitable for each grade level and student interests, and support curriculum topics as required by teachers.
3. Liaise with teachers to distribute topic-related resources to classrooms timely.
4. Catalog all resources in the automated library system, Destiny Follett, following the Dewey Decimal Classification. Label and cover books accordingly.
5. Maintain the library database, ensuring records of students and teachers are current.
6. Manage overdue books, handle lost or damaged books, and oversee repairs.
7. Create an inviting library environment for reading and independent study.
8. Promote reading through displays, recommend new releases, and foster a love for books.
9. Arrange author visits and organize book fairs with local shops.
10. Manage the school’s Book Club, including ordering, consolidating, and distributing books.
11. Handle book sign-in/out and shelving.
12. Collaborate with staff and respond to related inquiries.
13. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and school policies.
14. Assist in developing policies and procedures.
15. Attend relevant training sessions.
16. Perform other duties as reasonably assigned.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and police clearance.

Qualifications

1. Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Library Studies or Information Science.
2. 1–2 years of experience as a Librarian.
3. Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
4. Arabic language skills are preferred.
5. Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with a diverse, multicultural community.
6. Excellent office management skills.