Reporting To: Senior Principal
Job Descriptions:
- 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
Who are we looking for:
- 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
