School Librarian – Job Description
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Contact number - 9137364638
Job Title: School Librarian
Department: Library / Academic
Job Summary
The School Librarian will be responsible for managing the school library and creating a welcoming, engaging environment that encourages students to develop a love for reading and learning. The role involves maintaining library resources, assisting students and teachers, organizing reading activities, and ensuring the library operates efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the school library.
- Maintain and organize books, magazines, reference materials, and digital resources.
- Issue and return books and maintain accurate library records.
- Assist students in selecting age-appropriate books based on their interests and reading levels.
- Encourage students to develop regular reading habits and a love for books.
- Conduct storytelling sessions, reading activities, book discussions, and library programs.
- Support teachers in identifying books and resources related to classroom topics.
- Maintain proper cataloguing, classification, labeling, and shelving of library materials.
- Monitor the condition of books and coordinate repairs or replacements when required.
- Maintain a quiet, safe, clean, and student-friendly library environment.
- Organize book fairs, reading weeks, literary events, competitions, and other library activities.
- Introduce students to basic research, information-search, and digital literacy skills.
- Keep records of library usage, new acquisitions, and inventory.
- Recommend and assist with the selection and purchase of new books and educational resources.
- Ensure students follow library rules and handle books and resources responsibly.
- Coordinate with teachers and school management to promote reading and learning initiatives.
- Perform other duties assigned by the school management.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Library Science, Library & Information Science, or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience as a school librarian or in an educational institution is an advantage.
- Good knowledge of library management and cataloguing systems.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with digital library resources.
- Experience working with children or primary/secondary school students is preferred.
Key Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organizational and record-keeping skills
- Passion for reading and books
- Friendly and approachable personality
- Patience and ability to work with children
- Basic computer and digital literacy skills
- Ability to organize engaging reading activities
- Teamwork and collaboration
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹36,415.58 per month
Work Location: In person
