Librarian

Trinityhouse Schools; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Librarian to foster a love for reading among students and manage the library environment. The ideal candidate will have a qualification in Education, along with teaching experience and strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include creating engaging learning experiences and collaborating with the school community. The role is essential in delivering quality education and ensuring student engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years teaching experience required.
• SACE certification and police clearance are mandatory.
• First Aid certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Create a love for reading among students.
• Manage the library space and academic delivery.
• Communicate and collaborate with the learning community.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Planning and organisation skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer and digital literacy

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Post matric certificate in ECD (NQF level 5) or undergraduate degree in ECD/B. Education (Foundation Phase)

Job description

Overview

ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people’s lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH’s School’s Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Duties

The Librarian will be expected to create a learning experience to stimulate and grow the love for reading in the school amongst all the students of the school. The person will be responsible for the entire space. They will need:

• to deliver future focused education in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged
• Create a love for reading.
• to demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism, at all times
• to develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians and members of the community
• to communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful and open-minded way

They will be accountable for the following specific areas of performance:

• The library as a venue
• Academic Delivery
• Academic Assessment & Reporting
• Student Behaviour Management
• School Brand Ambassadorship
• Administration
• Health & Safety

Qualifications & Experience

• a post matric certificate (NQF level 5) in ECD as a minimum or an undergraduate degree (NQF level 6) in ECD or B. Education (Foundation Phase)
• SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements
• 2-5 years Teaching Experience
• Computer and digital literacy
• First Aid

Attributes & Competencies

• A Lifelong learner who continually undertakes personal inquiry, reflection and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching & learning and remains abreast of global education trends
• Demonstrated planning and organisation skills with superior detail orientation
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and professional presentation skills
• A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ
• Professional time management is a minimum requirement of the role
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem solve appropriately