Librarian Teacher

Curriculum: International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP, DP), Cambridge IGCSE, and MOET

Position Description:

This position is for a dynamic and experienced Librarian Teacher who leads and manages our school library in alignment with the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy. The ideal candidate will be passionate about fostering a love of reading, skilled in managing digital library systems, and experienced in teaching research and academic integrity across the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP). Bilingual proficiency in Vietnamese and English is essential to support our diverse student body and promote literacy in both languages.

Key Responsibilities:

Library Management & E-Library Systems

• Oversee the daily operations of the school library, including physical and digital collections.
• Curate and maintain an up-to-date e-library system that supports the IB curriculum.
• Train students and staff in the effective use of digital library resources and databases.
• Collaborate with IT and academic departments to ensure seamless access to digital tools.

Reading Program Leadership

• Design and implement engaging reading programs in both Vietnamese and English to promote literacy and a love for reading.
• Organize author visits, book fairs, reading challenges, and literary events.
• Support differentiated reading needs across grade levels and language proficiencies.
• Collaborate with language and homeroom teachers to integrate reading into the curriculum.

Teaching & Curriculum Support

• Teach research skills, academic honesty, and referencing techniques (APA, MLA, etc.) across the IB continuum.
• Deliver lessons on information literacy, digital citizenship, and source evaluation.
• Support students with Extended Essays, Personal Projects, and other inquiry-based assignments.
• Collaborate with teachers to embed library and research skills into unit plans.

Professional Collaboration & Development

• Participate in IB training and school-wide professional development.
• Serve as a resource for teachers in selecting and integrating library materials into instruction.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and interdisciplinary projects.

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Library Science, Education, or a related field.
• Teaching certification preferred; IB training is a strong advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a school librarian or teacher-librarian, preferably in an IB school.
• Proven experience managing e-library platforms and digital resources.
• Demonstrated success in leading bilingual reading programs and teaching research skills.

Skills & Attributes

• Bilingual fluency in Vietnamese and English (spoken and written).
• Strong knowledge of IB philosophy and inquiry-based learning.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Passion for literacy, technology integration, and student-centered learning.