Teacher Librarian & Learning Leader (IB Programs)

American School of Warsaw; Konstancin-Jeziorna; On-site; PLN 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

American School of Warsaw seeks a dynamic Teacher Librarian to co-lead the K-12 Library. The role requires an outstanding teaching record, leadership capabilities, and strong interpersonal skills to guide planning, collaboration, and library services across the IB-aligned programme.

The successful candidate will manage library resources, support inquiry-based learning, and promote a bustling reading culture while upholding the school's mission and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Teaching certification and at least two years of teaching experience.
• Master’s in Teacher Librarianship or MLS preferred.
• Experience with IB PYP/MYP/DP programmes preferred.
• Supports and embraces the school's mission and core values.
• Demonstrates planning and preparation.
• Contributes to lifelong learning in the school community.
• Maintains up-to-date professional credentials and licenses where required.

Responsibilities

• Plans effectively using the curriculum to meet all students' needs, evidenced by data conversations and collaboration with teachers.
• Acts as an instructional coach, providing resources, planning meetings, model teaching, and collaborative training.
• Supports teachers and students in locating, selecting, and organizing resources across formats.
• Manages library resources and budget, follows collection procedures, supervises assistants, and maintains library systems.
• Creates a safe, welcoming library environment that promotes inquiry, reading and the IB Learner Profile.
• Promotes diversity and inclusion through literature and programs, including storytimes and book clubs.
• Maintains professionalism, adheres to policies, and participates in ongoing development and programme planning.
• Supports IB Programme coordinators with PYP, MYP and DP implementation and ATL skill integration.

Skills

Leadership

Presentation skills

Relationship management

Change leadership

Education

Teaching certification from an accredited institution

Master’s in Teacher Librarianship or Master’s of Library and Information Science

Job description

American School of Warsaw seeks a dynamic Teacher Librarian to co-lead the K-12 Library. The role requires an outstanding teaching record, leadership capabilities, and strong interpersonal skills to guide planning, collaboration, and library services across the IB-aligned programme.

The successful candidate will manage library resources, support inquiry-based learning, and promote a bustling reading culture while upholding the school's mission and professional standards.