Librarian

The Gateway School of Mumbai; Mumbai; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gateway School of Mumbai invites applications for a School Librarian to organize and manage the library, curate resources, and support student research. You will maintain KOHA, oversee cataloguing, and ensure smooth circulation to teachers and students.

Working under the Head Librarian, you will lead reading initiatives, coordinate learning resources with the curriculum, and help foster a love of reading across the school community.

Qualifications

• Good language skills.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in library management; experience in a school environment is preferred but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with library management software (e.g., KOHA) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain library resources including books, periodicals, journals, e-books, and digital media.
• Ensure proper cataloguing, classification, and storage of all materials.
• Maintain accurate circulation, acquisitions, and usage statistics.
• Manage lending and return of resources according to library policies.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming, quiet and safe library environment.
• Assist teachers and students in identifying appropriate resources for curriculum and projects.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate library resources into lesson plans.
• Support research activities, including guiding students on referencing, citation, and information literacy.
• Conduct library orientation sessions for students and staff.
• Maintain library management software (e.g., KOHA) and digital catalogues.
• Facilitate access to online databases, e-books, and other digital resources.
• Support teachers and students in using digital resources effectively.
• Promote reading through programs, book clubs, and storytelling sessions.
• Coordinate with vendors for the purchase of books, journals, and library equipment.
• Review and recommend new acquisitions based on curriculum requirements and student needs.
• Monitor budget allocation for library resources and prepare reports as required.

Skills

Good language skills

1–2 years library management

Interest in reading & books

Tools

KOHA

Job description

Reports to, and receives assistance, from: Head Librarian

Library Management & Operations:

Organize and maintain library resources including books, periodicals, journals, e-books, and digital media.

Ensure proper cataloguing, classification, and storage of all materials.

Maintain accurate records of library circulation, acquisitions, and usage statistics.

Manage lending and return of resources according to library policies.

Maintain a clean, welcoming, quiet and safe library environment.

Academic Support:

Assist teachers and students in identifying appropriate resources for curriculum and projects.

Collaborate with teachers to integrate library resources into lesson plans.

Support research activities, including guiding students on referencing, citation, and information literacy.

Conduct library orientation sessions for students and staff.

Maintain library management software (e.g., KOHA) and digital catalogues.

Facilitate access to online databases, e-books, and other digital resources.

Support teachers and students in using digital resources effectively.

Promotion of Reading & Literacy:

Organize and conduct reading programs, book clubs, and storytelling sessions.

Encourage students to develop good reading habits and critical thinking skills.

Celebrate literary events, National Library Week, and other educational initiatives.

Coordinate with vendors for the purchase of books, journals, and library equipment.

Review and recommend new acquisitions based on curriculum requirements and student needs.

Monitor budget allocation for library resources and prepare reports as required.

Professional Development & Reporting:

Stay updated on best practices in school librarianship, educational technology, and curriculum trends.

Attend relevant workshops, seminars, and professional development programs.

Prepare monthly/quarterly reports on library usage, acquisitions, and activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

Good language skills and a genuine love for books and reading.

Minimum 1–2 years of experience in library management; experience in a school environment is preferred but not mandatory.

Familiarity with library management software (e.g., KOHA) is an advantage.