School Librarian - Inspire Reading & Research

ACG Schools; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ACG Parnell is seeking a dedicated Librarian to support the school’s educational goals and foster a love of reading. This permanent, full-time role involves developing the library collection, providing essential services, and creating an environment that promotes literacy for students from Kindergarten to Year 13.

The role is sole charge, requiring strong organisational and interpersonal skills, independence, and the ability to work until 5:30pm three days per week when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and maintaining library collections.
• Proficiency delivering core library services and information literacy instruction.
• Ability to foster reading and literacy in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of reading, literacy, and lifelong learning across the school community.
• Develop and manage library collections, resources, equipment, and budgets to support curriculum and student needs.
• Deliver high-quality library services, including circulation, shelving, reference support, and student supervision.
• Teach and support information literacy, research, and referencing skills to enhance student learning.
• Plan and deliver library programs, events, and activities that encourage reading engagement and literature appreciation.
• Curate diverse print and digital resources that cater to a wide range of interests, abilities, and developmental stages.
• Maintain effective information management systems, undertake stocktakes, and contribute to library projects and reporting.
• Collaborate with staff, including the Academic Support team, to support student achievement, enrichment programs, and a welcoming library environment.
• Ensure the Library is fully prepared for the start of each term.
• Make class visit bookings and liaise with teachers bringing classes to the Library.
• Assist with operations relating to the photocopier and process service requests.

Skills

Library management

Information literacy

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

ACG Parnell is seeking a dedicated Librarian to support the school’s educational goals and foster a love of reading. This permanent, full-time role involves developing the library collection, providing essential services, and creating an environment that promotes literacy for students from Kindergarten to Year 13.

The role is sole charge, requiring strong organisational and interpersonal skills, independence, and the ability to work until 5:30pm three days per week when needed.