Librarian

Seek Teachers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Abu Dhabi seeks a qualified librarian to manage the library services. The ideal candidate will have a degree in library studies, ideally 3 years of experience, and be familiar with the IB curriculum. This role offers a tax-free salary package with numerous benefits including accommodation and health insurance.

Benefits

Tax-free up to 15,675 AED per month

FREE furnished accommodation

FREE annual flight ticket home

FREE International Health Insurance

FREE Transportation to and from work

IB Professional Development

FREE baggage allowance of up to 500 USD

FREE utility cover of 500 AED per month

FREE Visa

FREE Health Exam

FREE Tuition for up to two children

Qualifications

• Ideally 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Western-trained professionals are preferred.
• Experience of the IB curriculum is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of PYP, MYP, and DP curriculum.
• Promote children's literature and reading enjoyment.
• Organise library sessions with teachers.

Skills

Excellent command of written and spoken English

Up to date with modern technology

Teaching qualification

Education

Degree in library studies

Master in Library studies or equivalent

M.Ed, B.Ed or relevant Bachelor's Degree with Teaching Qualification

Job description

Description

• Demonstrate an up to date understanding of the curriculum in PYP, MYP and DP
• Promote and appreciate children's literature and enjoyment in recreational reading
• Help students become familiar with a range of authors and genres in both print and digital format
• Give students guidance on their reading choices
• Review journals and have selection tool to be up to date about current children's literature
• Actively market the school at every opportunity
• Where necessary meet and greet with parents and introduce their child's literature or learning journey
• Create marketing material which can be promoted school-wide and beyond
• Have a firm knowledge and understanding of teachers professional duties and specified in the school handbook
• Work with teachers to organise Library sessions and promote the joy of reading for the class
• Promote trust and confidence in pupils and colleagues
• Maintain an up to date knowledge of good practice in teaching techniques and seek to engage in professional conversation with the school
• Seek and maximise opportunity's within the organisation – For us, opportunities need to be meaningful, about achieving potential and making progress.
• Recognise and pursue impact within your role. The impact should be immediate, positive and lasting.
• Encourage and accept leadership within the organisation
• Nurture and model respect in all professional and personal interactions
• Comply with legal, contractual and company requirements – including statutory responsibilities, Company policies with regard to Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities and other relevant legislation

The campuses have a varying degree of technology and so you should be someone that is flexible to adapt but also strong enough to take the Library / Learning centre-forward.

Requirements to Apply

• Degree in library studies
• Master in Library studies or equivalent
• Ideally 3 years experience
• Western-trained
• Experience of the IB curriculum is highly preferred
• Have an EXCELLENT command of written and spoken English
• Up to date with modern technology

Salary Package

• TAX FREE up to 15,675 AED per month based on qualification and experience
• FREE furnished accommodation
• FREE annual flight ticket home
• FREE International Health Insurance
• FREE Transportation from accommodation to and from work
• IB Professional Development
• FREE baggage allowance of up to 500USD (one time)
• FREE utility cover of 500 AED per month
• FREE Visa
• FREE Health Exam
• FREE Tuition for up to two children (aged 3-18 years of age)
• End of Service Gratuity

Flights medical and visa are only for the teacher. The teacher must pay to bring family members in. The school does not cover the cost for family members.

Minimum Application Requirements

Minimum Qualification Requirement : M.Ed, B.Ed or a relevant Bachelor's Degree with a Teaching Qualification, Experience : 2 Years, Type of Staff: Only Female can apply to this job, Must be western trained (USA, Canada, UK, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa), Must be a native speaker of English, Newly Qualified Teachers are NOT considered, Prefer candidates with international experience.

• Experience of the IB Curriculum is beneficial but not essential as training will be given
• Experience of USA Curriculum such as American Harcourt, AP and Common Core is highly valued
• It will be beneficial to your application if you have experience of working in the Middle East or with non-native speakers of English