Library Assistant
Job Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Library Management:
+ Assist in the day-to-day operation of the library, ensuring resources are accessible, organized, and well-maintained.
+ Help shelve, label, and organize books, digital media, and other resources according to library classification systems.
+ Monitor library inventory and assist with cataloging new materials and resources.
Student Support:
+ Assist students in locating and checking out books and other resources.
+ Provide guidance to students on proper use of library resources and technology.
+ Help students with research, reading recommendations, and book selection.
Technology Support:
+ Help students and staff use library computers, online catalog systems, and educational software.
+ Troubleshoot basic tech issues related to library equipment (computers, printers, etc.) or digital resources.
Library Programs & Events:
+ Support library programs such as book fairs, author visits, reading challenges, and other literacy events.
+ Assist with coordinating library displays, posters, and bulletin boards related to literacy and school-wide themes.
Clerical and Administrative Tasks:
+ Assist with maintaining accurate records of books checked in and out, overdue materials, and library fines.
+ Answer phones, respond to emails, and provide general administrative support as needed.
Collaboration:
+ Work closely with teachers and other school staff to support classroom instruction and projects by providing access to relevant materials.
+ Support the librarian in the implementation of educational programs, curriculum integration, and promoting reading.
Skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills. Good communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with students, teachers, and parents. Basic computer skills and familiarity with library cataloging systems. Knowledge of books, authors, and children’s literature is beneficial. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Job Location UAE Company Industry Education Job Role Education Career Level Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience
GEMS METROPOLE SCHOOL - MOTOR CITY
Education Dubai, United Arab Emirates GEMS Metropole School, located in Motor City in Dubai, opened its doors in September 2014 and has continued to flourish and grow in student number and stature. The school is now open to students from FS1 to Year 13 with an all-through school capacity of 4200 students offering the National Curriculum for England. The school has become well-known for their key areas of success, such as a ... strong community approach to education, highly inclusive school support to strong secondary options at Key Stage 4 and academic and vocational choices at Key Stage 5. In addition, the school has well-equipped classrooms, a highly competitive sports department, a farm, digital media rooms, innovation laboratories, dedicated science labs, music, art rooms and libraries. Students from our Foundation Stage classes have access to attractive indoor and outdoor learning areas to explore and investigate, high quality Information Technology provision and Science provision to develop IT and Science-based literacy, and most recently a language hub to support key language skills across school. In the Primary section, with the use of 1:1 technologies, students and teachers use iPads and interactive whiteboards to enhance learning opportunities where appropriate. The Secondary school continues to develop and grow and has seen the LEAD and skills programme blossom supporting students to make informed decisions and develop their learning and leadership skills. A new focus of personalised pathways is supporting students in their preparation for life after school and their journey towards success. In conclusion, GEMS Metropole School is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME) with the School Principal as a BSME Country Rep. This allows both teachers and students alike to continue to grow and develop with the rich traditions of the National Curriculum offerings and align itself with ‘like schools’ across the region and overseas.
