Description
Early Years Librarian in Dubai
My client is a leading IB Curriculum school located in Dubai and is looking for an experienced Early Years Librarian. The Early Years librarian is responsible to set up and oversee the Early Years Library in line with the IB PYP programme and KHDA requirements.
Main Duties
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Responsible for providing library and research services (i.e. maintenance, budget planning, inventory etc.)
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Provide effective access to the library collections and resources
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Train teachers in the uses of new library information technologies and their applications to instructional activities
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Teach students to use a library with growing independence, helping them learn to locate, select and use resources for informational and recreational needs and providing skills for life-long learning
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Provide guidance for parents as they share reading, listening and viewing experiences with their children and help them use electronic information sources
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Promote reading enjoyment and an appreciation of literature
The school has excellent facilities and so you need to be an experienced PYP librarian that knows how to catalogue and prepare the library to be a focal point in the school to aid teaching and learning. You will also be required to work closely with Head of Department and teachers to ensure your library has an engaging learning environment for students.
Salary Package
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A very competitive salary TAX FREE
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FREE housing which is furnished and very close to the school
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FREE medical insurance given
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FREE visa cover
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FREE annual flights
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Gratuity Bonus
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IB CPD is provided
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FREE tuition for children also (based on students passing the entry exam)
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A 2 year contract which is renewable
Requirements to Apply
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Bachelors Degree in Library Science of related degree
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Ideally 2+ years experience being a PYP librarian
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Proficiency in English and excellent communication skills
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Proficient knowledge of library policies, methods, ethics and professional
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standards
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Ability to work in a multi-culture environment and high level competencies
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in IT and electronic resources and devices
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Organization and structure of the library systems for cataloguing,
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acquisitions, and searching online bibliographical utilities
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Minimum of 2 years of librarian experience
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Previous international experience highly valued
Additional Requirements
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Creative thinker, devising new ways of research and information gathering services
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Ability to build trust, drive execution, foster innovation, and focus on academic library structure
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Innovative, motivated, resourceful, flexible, self-starter
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Able to inspire others and passionate about being part of the start-up team
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Organized, efficient and clear in thought
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Approachable and calm with a good sense of humor
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Proficiency in a second language such as French, German and/or Arabic preferred
If you are qualified candidate, please send your cv to ash@SeekTeachers.com or call me on UAE Office: +971 72 212 613 | UAE Mobile: +971 50 70 73 71 8 | UK Office: +44 203 455 0195
Minimum Application Requirements
Qualification:
Minimum Qualification Requirement:
M.Ed, B.Ed or a relevant Bachelor's Degree with a Teaching Qualification
Type of Staff:
Male or Female can apply to this job
Must be western trained (USA, Canada, UK, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa)
Must be a native speaker of English
Newly Qualified Teachers are NOT considered
Prefer candidates with international experience
Open University qualification(s) are NOT accepted
Experienced teachers with no qualification are NOT accepted
Additional:
**Experience of the IB curriculum
Remuneration Package
Salary Range:
A salary from 9000 up to 16000
AED (UAE Dirham) per month
based on experience and qualification,
TAX FREE
Housing:
Based on application fully furnished Housing provided
Medical:
State/Public medical provided
Flights:
Flight(s) provided annual flights are provided for the teacher
Bereavement Leave:
Bereavement leave given
Emergency Evacuation:
Emergency evacuation given
Gratuity Amount:
Gratuity Amount of the end of service bonus pay is 3 weeks per annum completed and paid at the end of the contract is provided
Contract Length:
2 years contract renewable on mutual agreement
Additional information:
**IB CPD provided
Important Information
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Please Note: The job description and requirements above have come directly from the employer and not from SeekTeachers.
This is an overseas position with different cultural beliefs and a segregated learning policy and as such it satisfies the criteria of
a genuine requirement for the post, under schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
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