Librarian/Teacher-Librarian at Ermitage International Section

Ermitage International School is a private international primary and secondary school with more than 1,400 students, nestled in the natural settings of Maisons-Laffitte, Paris (78), France. For the right candidate, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to, and learn from, a dynamic IB World School team dedicated to providing world-class learning experiences for all its students. 

We are looking for an experienced, talented and dedicated future member of our team who will engage with, exceed in and develop the following role:

This position will be expected to have responsibility for the school library, working in close liaison with the  IBMYP and IBDP Coordinators. 

The Librarian will oversee the strategic and day-to-day management of the school library,  lead in its development and promotion and provide a service to the curriculum in order to enhance the quality of the learning experience of the students.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school library programme is aligned with the mission, goals and objectives of Ermitage and meets the requirements of the IBMYP & DP programmes;
• Manage and oversee library services including operation, policies and procedures, resources, and facilities;
• Ensuring that the library is an environment conducive to effective study and supports the aims and objectives of the School; 
• Manage the planning, administrative and budgetary functions of the library;
• Collaborate with subject teachers to design and implement effective information literacy, academic integrity and research lessons  to support learning;
• Help support the creation of inquiry-based classrooms that develop critical thinking skills, knowledge and a range of Approaches to Learning skills within an environment based on trust and respect;
• Providing professional services in support of learning and research needs to achieve the most effective delivery of the curriculum.
• Supervise volunteers and student librarians, where applicable;
• Supporting student supervision where appropriate
• Promote the school’s academic integrity policy and the ethical use of information;
• Promoting the Library through displays and activities plus the website, with input from subject departments
• Promoting the proper use of the Library within the School: implementing a programme of Library skills tutorials for students.
• Analyze and evaluate library and information services, technology and media service requirements;
• Prepare reports related to library and information services, technology and media services, resources and activities;
• Perform cataloguing and classification of print, audio-visual, electronic and online resources; 
• Maintain inventories, compile statistics and generate reports as required;
• Provide library services in response to the information needs of library users;
• Respond to daily on-site requests for information;
• Liaising with the timetabler and SLT to support changes to the timetable for curriculum-based skills lessons, outside speakers, etc.
• Play a full part in the school’s admissions process including attending Saturday Admissions day(s) if and when needed; 
• Performing other duties and assuming accountabilities as apparent or as reasonably requested by the Head of International Section, including mutually agreed upon objectives.

Key Requirements and Person specification

Required

• Relevant experience and qualifications in overseeing the daily operational and strategic needs of the school library. 
• A love of books and a desire to inspire children to read
• Ability to appraise and evaluate library materials to ensure a well-balanced, up-to-date stock which meets the curricular and recreational needs of all readers
• A good command of written and spoken English and French
• Experience in managing library services, ideally in the education sector
• Strong administrative, organisational, and IT skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to communicate with pupils, colleagues and parents, and to build strong relationships with all members of the school community
• Sensitivity to the cultural differences found in France and the willingness to develop and maintain a cross-cultural approach to work
• A willingness and commitment to contribute fully to the life of the pupils and school beyond the academic day, including active participation in academic enrichment and co-curricular programmes.

Preferred

Experience in working in an international school setting

• A relevant degree and appropriate qualifications in librarianship;
• Experience in working in an MYP & DP school
• Experience or familiarity with a Library Management System (such as Destiny)
• Experience in supporting the IBDP Extended Essay 
• An appreciation of the IB Philosophy
• Familiarity with various teaching resources including, where appropriate, digital tools to support and enhance teaching and learning;
• Membership of a professional Library organisation (e.g. CILIP, ALIA, ALA)
• Knowledge of the school’s aims and objectives, students’ abilities and reading needs, knowledge of books and digital material
• Interest in working collaboratively with both students and staff