Middle School Librarian Teacher Partner (Maternity Cover) at American International School of Johannesburg

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with young adults
• An excellent level of spoken and written English
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Enthusiastic, creative and committed to working with patrons
• Flexibility and a desire to create and inspire
• An interest in young adult literature and an active reader
• Ability to present academic oriented material in a classroom environment
• School library experience preferred

Preferred skills and experience

Preferred Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

• A degree/diploma in library science, or work toward such a degree
• Experience in working in schools and educational environments
• An interest in and ability   to utilize technology

Performance Responsibilities:

• Manages cataloging of print and non-print material across the four school libraries
• Assists with the general preparation and organization of supplies and materials
• Assists students and teachers in location of print and non-print resources
• Serves as main point of circulation of material for all patrons
• Conducts annual inventory of material
• Maintains the collection: shelving, shelf reading, and organization
• Works with students to support their needs on an individual and/or small group basis in the library setting
• Supervises students as per school policy (conduct, dress code, etc.)
• Participates in curriculum and staff development opportunities as required
• Maintains a high level of professional competence through in-service education and professional growth activities.
• Helps promote the library and reading as part of the AISJ library team
• Other tasks as determined by the librarian or principal
• Help foster a place of creativity and inspiration