School Librarian

**About Us**

At **Diyar Private Academies**, we are committed to inspiring young minds and nurturing future leaders. Our mission is to provide an exceptional learning experience for every child, fostering a love for education and ensuring remarkable progress. As part of our academic staff, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the educational journey of our students.

**Role Overview**

As the School Librarian at **Diyar Private Academy**, you will be entrusted with managing our library. Your mission is to create an environment where collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving thrive. We seek an excellent communicator who can ignite enthusiasm in others and ensure that students and staff become effective users of ideas and information.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Supporting Children’s Learning**:

- **Empowering Critical Thinkers**: You will empower students to think critically by fostering their analytical skills. Encourage them to question, explore, and evaluate information.
- **Promoting Enthusiastic Reading**: Instill a love for reading in all pupils. Curate an engaging collection of books and resources that cater to diverse interests and reading levels.
- **Skillful Research Guidance**: As a librarian, you’ll guide students in conducting research effectively. Teach them how to find reliable sources, evaluate information, and cite references.
- **Ethical Information Use**: Promote ethical use of information. Teach students about plagiarism, copyright, and responsible digital citizenship.
- **Equitable Access to Information**:

- **Resource Management**: Ensure that the library collection aligns with the school’s vision, mission, and learner profile. Curate materials that cater to the UAE context.
- **User-Friendly Environment**: Create a welcoming and inclusive library space. Organize resources for easy access, and assist students and staff in locating relevant materials.
- **Collaboration with Teaching Staff**: Work closely with teachers to integrate library resources into the curriculum. Provide support for project-based learning, research assignments, and literacy initiatives.
- **Library Management**:

- **Supervision and Safety**: Take charge of the library and supervise users at all times. Maintain a safe and conducive environment.
- **Collection Development**: Regularly assess and update the library collection. Acquire new books, digital resources, and educational materials.
- **Technology Integration**: Stay informed about digital tools and platforms. Explore ways to enhance learning through technology within the library setting.
- **Promoting Reading Culture**: Organize reading programs, book clubs, and literary events. Encourage students to participate actively in reading-related activities.
- **Community Engagement**:

- **Parent Collaboration**: Work closely with parents to guide the learning process. Host parent workshops on literacy, research skills, and library resources.
- **Events and Exhibitions**: Coordinate book fairs, author visits, and other library-related events. Engage the school community in celebrating literature and knowledge.

**Qualifications and Attributes**

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes:

- **Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science or Related Field**: A solid educational foundation in library science or a related field is essential. Your expertise will contribute to effective library management and resource curation.
- **Passion for Promoting Literacy and Lifelong Learning**: As a librarian, you’ll play a pivotal role in fostering a love for reading and learning among our students. Your enthusiasm will inspire young minds.
- **Strong Communication Skills**: Effective communication is key. You’ll collaborate with students, staff, and parents, ensuring seamless information flow and a positive library experience.
- **Commitment to Safeguarding**: At **Diyar Academies**, we prioritize the welfare of our students. Your commitment to safeguarding and promoting their well-being is crucial.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: AED3,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Fujairah: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)

**Experience**:

- School Librian: 2 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)
- Arabic (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Bachelors Degree in Library Science or Related Field (required)