Description
Position at The Hamilton International School ISP Librarian Role Profile Purpose of Role The purpose of the role of the Librarian is to plan and implement the school's library policy in consultation with the Head of Primary and Principal. They must ensure all students and staff members are effective users of information with the effective use of the library and its resources. The librarian would empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers and ethical users of information as well as instill a love of learning in all students and ensure equitable access to information. The incumbent would provide leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school library program (SLP) is aligned with the mission, goals, and objectives of the school as per MOEHE standards and collaborate with classroom teachers and specialists as necessary. ISP Principles Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately. Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others. Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community. Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools. Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement. ISP Librarian Key Responsibilities
Play an active role in school’s advancement and accreditation activities with a view of fulfilling the mission statement of the school
Create an environment that is targeted towards active and participatory learning, resource-based instructional practices, and collaboration with teaching staff to meet the school’s overall goal
Participate in developing and updating district policies concerning issues like material selection, circulation, reconsideration of materials, copyright, privacy, and acceptable use
Encourage the use of modern teaching technology to commit students and to improve learning, providing all day access to digital information resources for the entire learning community, therefore meeting with global update
Ensure active membership of professional associations for local and international integration
Remain current and updated on professional practices and developments, information technologies, and educational research, pertinent to school library programs
Write lucid prosaic articles and submit regular reports providing evidence of what the library and school librarian do to prepare learners to be successful in the twenty-first century
Keep and file historical records and documents relating to the existence of the library
Protect and keep the library’s information, books, and other materials
Make necessary books and materials available to students and other people who have come for research and under supervision.
Information Literacy
Ensures that the library plays an integral role in supporting inquiry, and that students have easy access to eResources.
Collaborates with teachers to develop information literacy across the school through participating in or leading information literacy and digital literacy coaching.
Work closely with teaching staff to plan and deliver the information skills curriculum
Coordinates school-wide guidance and training for all staff and students in effective use of resources, online catalogue and database
Develops a collection that has relevant resources in a variety of formats to support inquiry learning
Library Management
Ensure that resources are catalogued, organised and maintained in line with accepted standard library practice.
Stay aware of developing trends and facilities for storage and access to eResources
Develops a buying plan and strategies that ensure the library delivers appropriate, high quality material—print and online
Manages the Integrated Library System effectively by updating and editing of bibliographic and catalogue data on the system
Promotes the library services and resources to all staff and students
Maintains up-to-date school library procedures documents
Work with teaching staff to take a strategic approach to cultivating a love of reading in children
Develops and contribute to the school wide reading culture through reading programmes, initiatives and events.
Provides leadership and support to teachers on reading engagement and developing life-long readers.
Provides a wide range of quality reading material, catering for diverse needs and interests
Performs all service point routines related to the circulation of stock e.g. book issues, book returns, reservations and maintains records of over dues, lost books and fines
Monitors student use of the library and library equipment as set out in the library policy document
Ensures the safety at all times of students and academic staff whilst in the library
Assists in the preparation of display boards/bulletins and scheduled library events
Prepare financial estimates for the school library and manage the budget by selecting, acquiring, maintaining and withdrawing library stock, ensuring a balance between subject and ability levels and show an active engagement in diversity and equality issues
The school librarian provides leadership and expertise in the selection, acquisition, evaluation, and organization of information resources and technologies in all formats, as well as expertise in the ethical use of information.
The school librarian ensures equitable access and responsible use of information
Ensures that in accordance with School Policy, develops and maintains a collection of resources appropriate to the curriculum, the learners, and the teaching styles and instructional strategies used within the school community
Sets up cooperating and networking with other libraries, librarians, and agencies to provide access to resources outside the school
Evaluates, promotes, and uses existing and emerging technologies to support teaching and learning, supplement school resources, connect the school with the global learning community, communicate with students and teachers, and provide 24/7 access to library services
Understands copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property, and assists users with their understanding and observance of the same
Organizing the collection for maximum and effective use
Health and Safety
Emphasizes the importance of safety in all areas of the curriculum, communicating to the pupils the importance of a responsible attitude towards personal safety, the safety of others and respect for The Hamilton International School’s property and equipment
Perform playground duties on time and with due diligence to safeguard Hamilton students
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Assist in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
Ensure that, all the necessary health and safety rules and procedures are being followed
Maintain an awareness of all the health and safety measures to be taken when in school
Other duties and responsibilities Any other duties that the Principal may from time to time ask the post-holder to perform Skills, Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline from an accredited institution
Child Care and Protection
Minimum 3 years’ experience as a School Librarian
Knowledge of maintaining an effective public relations program
Strong ability to cooperate and network with other libraries, librarians, and agencies to provide access to resources outside the school for mutual development
Very good time management skills needed to carry out tasks within schedule and accurately
Strong ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with all levels of staff in the organization
Efficient organizational, problem solving skills; ability to multitasks and deliver projects before deadline is reached
Ability to think strategically, innovatively and creatively, as well as having an eye for detail
Ability to use library management systems and other ICT software
Safeguarding and welfare of children
Excellent communication skills and command of the English language, in spoken and written form
A collaborative team-player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Behaviour management
Ability to involve children to develop a reading habit
Creative and energetic
Excellent command of the English language, in spoken and written form
Willing attitude to be a part of the school team
Strong sense of professionalism
Safeguarding and welfare of children
Engaging interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills
Ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse community
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, in person, telephone and written
Excellent Customer Service Skills, with the ability to use discretion, patience, tact and respect for confidentiality
A collaborative team-player with excellent personal skills
Behavior management
Willingness to undertake appropriate Professional Development
Language:
English is mandatory
Arabic is an advantage
PersonalAttributes
Collaborative team player, empathetic listener
Emotional intelligence
Kind, considerate and welcoming
Integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
Internationally minded
Sound judgement and emotional intelligence
Intercultural awareness, creative
Flexible and a can-do attitude
Driven by wanting to improve quality and develop the school
Reliable with an attention to detail and a commitment to quality
