School Librarian

Thames International School; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company events

Free parking

On-site parking

Opportunities for promotion

Paid training

Promotion to permanent employee

Job summary

Thames International School in Quezon City, Philippines seeks an experienced School Librarian to oversee daily library operations, organize collections, and implement cataloging systems to ensure easy access to resources.

You will provide information literacy instruction, collaborate with faculty to integrate library resources into curricula, and support students and staff in locating materials while promoting a culture of reading.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent experience.
• Certification or licensure as a school librarian as required by state regulations.
• Strong knowledge of library cataloging and information management systems.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and the school community.
• Passion for reading and promoting literacy among students.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the school library.
• Organize and maintain library collections, including books, digital resources, and multimedia materials.
• Implement cataloging and classification systems to enable easy access to resources.
• Provide information literacy instruction to students, teaching research skills and effective use of library resources.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate library resources into curriculum planning and classroom instruction.
• Assist students and staff in locating and utilizing materials for educational purposes.
• Plan and implement literary events, book fairs, reading programs, and other activities to promote a culture of reading.
• Organize author visits, workshops, and other educational programs to engage students and enhance learning.
• Work with faculty and administration to support and enhance the school’s educational objectives.
• Communicate library policies and procedures clearly to students, staff, and parents.
• Provide training and support for staff in utilizing library resources effectively.
• Foster a welcoming environment that encourages students to explore, discover, and engage with library resources.
• Conduct reading programs and incentives to promote student reading engagement and achievement.
• Maintain records of library usage and prepare reports to evaluate and improve library services.
• Manage the library budget, including ordering materials and supplies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with copyright laws and licensing agreements for library resources.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative work

Education

MLS or equivalent experience

School librarian licensure/certification

Job description

Job description:

Key Responsibilities:

Library Management:

• Oversee daily operations of the school library.

• Organize and maintain library collections, including books, digital resources, and multimedia materials.

• Implement cataloging and classification systems to enable easy access to resources.

Instruction and Support:

• Provide information literacy instruction to students, teaching research skills and effective use of library resources.

• Collaborate with teachers to integrate library resources into curriculum planning and classroom instruction.

• Assist students and staff in locating and utilizing materials for educational purposes.

Collection Development:

• Evaluate and select new materials for purchase, considering curriculum needs and student interests.

• Maintain an up-to-date collection that reflects diverse perspectives and supports educational goals.

• Regularly assess the relevance and condition of library materials.

Technology Integration:

• Utilize technology to enhance library services and facilitate access to digital resources.

• Train students and staff on using library databases, e-books, and other digital tools.

• Stay current with emerging technology trends that can benefit library services.

Programs and Events:

• Plan and implement literary events, book fairs, reading programs, and other activities to promote a culture of reading.

• Organize author visits, workshops, and other educational programs to engage students and enhance learning.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work with faculty and administration to support and enhance the school’s educational objectives.

• Communicate library policies and procedures clearly to students, staff, and parents.

• Provide training and support for staff in utilizing library resources effectively.

Student Engagement:

• Foster a welcoming environment that encourages students to explore, discover, and engage with library resources.

• Conduct reading programs and incentives to promote student reading engagement and achievement.

Administrative Duties:

• Maintain records of library usage and prepare reports to evaluate and improve library services.

• Manage the library budget, including ordering materials and supplies as needed.

• Ensure compliance with copyright laws and licensing agreements for library resources.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent experience.

• Certification or licensure as a school librarian as required by state regulations.

• Strong knowledge of library cataloging and information management systems.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and the school community.

• Passion for reading and promoting literacy among students.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company events

• Free parking

• On-site parking

• Opportunities for promotion

• Paid training

• Promotion to permanent employee

Work Location: In person