Librarian

Harvest International School, Bangalore; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 120,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

Harvest International School, Bangalore is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to manage the day-to-day functioning of the school library, organize books and resources, and assist students and teachers in locating materials. You will maintain issue/return records, promote reading habits, keep the library welcoming, and support library activities and events.

Basic computer skills and familiarity with library systems are expected, along with strong communication with staff and students.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Library Science / Information Science preferred.
• Experience in a school library is an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Comfortable working with children and school staff.
• Familiarity with library management systems and basic computer skills.
• Organized, responsible and approachable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day functioning of the school library.
• Maintain and organize books, periodicals, and other learning resources.
• Assist students and teachers in locating appropriate books and resources.
• Maintain records of book issues, returns, and new acquisitions.
• Encourage students to develop regular reading habits.
• Ensure the library is clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Support library activities, reading programmes, and book-related events.
• Monitor proper use and care of library resources.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal

Comfortable with children and staff

Basic computer skills

Organized and approachable

Education

Graduate degree in Library Science / Information Science

Tools

Library Management Systems

Job description

• Manage the day-to-day functioning of the school library.
• Maintain and organize books, periodicals, and other learning resources.
• Assist students and teachers in locating appropriate books and resources.
• Maintain records of book issues, returns, and new acquisitions.
• Encourage students to develop regular reading habits.
• Ensure the library is clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Support library activities, reading programmes, and book-related events.
• Monitor proper use and care of library resources.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in Library Science / Information Science preferred.
• Prior experience in a school library is an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with children and school staff.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with library management systems.
• Organized, responsible, and approachable.
• Ability to work independently during part-time hours.