Teacher Librarian

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Middleton International School (MIS) is part of the EtonHouse International Education Group. More than just an affordable school, Middleton offers high-quality international education, and its close-knit community embraces a truly global teaching and learning community. An inquiry-driven school, Middleton offers a unique blend of the UK National curricula with Singapore-inspired Maths and Chinese in the primary years through the UK-based IPC (International Primary Curriculum). In the middle years, it offers the IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum) and the Cambridge IGCSE in the secondary years. Students then move on to taking the UK A-Levels in Grade 11 and 12. Students are also offered integrated specialist programmes, including performing arts, PE and ICT, and co-curricular learning to cater to various interests and talents. MIS is also a leader amongst international schools in offering a well-being programme in collaboration with the contentment foundation in the US. The academic rigour and strong social-emotional learning equip students with the knowledge and skills to be successful, responsible, and caring global citizens.
DESIGNATION : Teacher Librarian (Jan 2024 Intake)

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Acquiring, organising, managing and distributing library resources
  • Use library software to manage inventory
  • Plan inquiry units with teachers and source relevant books
  • Support literacy learning by working together with the teachers and students to source resources including books, publications, Audiovisual aids, reference material, online resources and artefacts that support the engagement of readers. Advocacy and cultivating love of reading and use of library in the community
  • Create creative spaces to further interest of the community to engage in the library.
  • To work with the National library of Singapore to borrow and return books.
  • Manage library budgets and resources
  • Liaison with departmental academic staff, external organisations and suppliers
  • Plan programs for different audiences, such as storytelling for young children, or support students with independent research and learning
  • Assist readers to use computer equipment, conduct literature searches etc
  • Liaise with other Middleton and EtonHouse staff to facilitate collaboration
  • Organise library events
  • Any other job related duties


QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum qualification of a Degree in Library Science and/or Education
  • Possess at least 2 years of teaching experience in a school library
  • Knowledge in Dewey decimal system
  • Self-motivated, independent and a strong team player
  • Open minded to learning
  • Creativity of thought
  • Teaching and behaviour management skills
  • Strong IT skills and familiarity with the use of databases and the internet
  • Teamwork and management skills
  • Assessment of resources and library users\' needs
  • Presentation and verbal communication skills

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1383531
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
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