Librarian

Dar Al Salam Educational Co. WLL | Full time

Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh, Kuwait | Posted on 03/27/2022

1. Review and work on the next 5 year plan for the library. Ensure that goals set for the current year are achieved.
2. Effectively use the system to code and monitor books/library materials and maintain the accession register/or in TRACK MY SCHOOL.
3. Maintain record of books in TRACK MY SCHOOL.
4. Work with teachers within the "Partners in Action" approach and on theme related school events.
5. Support teachers and students in accessing resources – pulling theme, arranging speakers etc. and coordinating with debating society.
6. Teach students directly – research skills, reading sessions etc.
7. Organize Book Fairs twice a year to enhance the learning experiences.
8. Plan and develop effective teaching and learning activities using the CBSE curriculum.
9. Make available a wide range of teaching materials and equipment, including reading materials at many levels, instructional games, resource materials etc.
10. Implement a high standard of library/classroom discipline, pupil manners and behavior both inside and outside the library/classroom.
11. Organize extracurricular activities such as after school parental workshops and after school club activities, such as reading clubs etc.
12. Maintain a high standard of library and corridor displays which reflect the work of the students.
13. E-books - Doing research and development to improve the collection of digital books in the library. This is particularly important for high school so that we have more access to resources.
14. Provide classroom coverage on a rotating basis with staff in an emergency situation.
15. Be an ambassador of the school and be actively involved in promoting the school.
16. Participate in activities designated by the principal/Vice Principal as and when required.
17. Perform other appropriate duties as the school may assign from time to time.

1. Organize book fairs of a good standard.
2. Maintain and develop the library assets resources.
3. Keep the library ready for MOE inspection and maintain MOE inspection registers.
4. Follow the MOE censorship guidelines issued by MOE and remove all the objectionable materials.

1. Research and develop appropriate programs and digital books for the school library.

Qualification: Bachelor of Library and Information Science

Candidates must have a transferable visa in Kuwait.

Must have 3+ years of work experience in a similar role.