Teacher Librarian in PYP
Locatie:
UtrechtContract:
Voltijds, Onbepaalde duurDatum Gepubliceerd:
17 april 2024Teacher Librarian in PYP
- International School
- Utrecht
- Onderwijs
- 1 week geleden
Vacancy
Teacher Librarian in PYP
Start date: School Year 24/25 (21 August)
Contract: 0.6 FTE (3 days) Maternity cover until 1 February 2025
ISUtrecht
The International School Utrecht is an International Baccalaureate World School and part of SPO Utrecht (primary) and Nuovo Scholen (secondary). ISUtrecht offers the International Baccalaureate curriculum for students from 4-19 from diverse international backgrounds. We are a close knit, inclusive, and welcoming community of students, staff and parents. ISUtrecht is a member of the Dutch International schools (DIS), a group of over twenty schools providing internationally-oriented primary and/or secondary education.
Who we are
We are an IB continuum school offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. We are a fast growing school with over 1000 students and 150 staff members from all over world. We are a community of life-long learners.
Our Mission & Vision
ISUtrecht is a warm and welcoming community brought together by a single purpose: to inspire our students with a passion for lifelong learning, to equip them with the tools to achieve excellence for themselves and the global community they live in. Uncovering and defining talent is at the heart of our educational mission.
Core Values
Curiosity
As an IB world continuum school, ISUtrecht offers high quality education through inquiry-based learning, inspiring student curiosity, lifelong learning and agency.
Compassion
ISUtrecht is an inclusive school where everyone is welcome and can be who they want to be. We understand that there are multiple perspectives and we respect each other’s differences.
Connection
Our ISUtrecht community is not defined by borders but exists in connections. To us, connection means belonging, feeling involved and making links between learning and life.
Vacancy
The International School Utrecht is looking to recruit an enthusiastic International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Teacher Librarian. The ideal candidate should have experience working in a library environment, with knowledge of the IB PYP curriculum.
Qualifications and experience:
Please note that your application will only be considered if you have a permit or visa to work in the Netherlands. If you are interested in this position and meet the criteria, please provide a full CV with three references and a letter up to two pages, detailing your experience.
The International School Utrecht is committed to ensure a safe learning environment that supports child protection. The ISUtrecht requires a police clearance certificate as well as three confidential references.
Teacher Librarian in PYP
Start date: School Year 24/25 (21 August)
Contract: 0.6 FTE (3 days) Maternity cover until 1 February 2025
ISUtrecht
The International School Utrecht is an International Baccalaureate World School and part of SPO Utrecht (primary) and Nuovo Scholen (secondary). ISUtrecht offers the International Baccalaureate curriculum for students from 4-19 from diverse international backgrounds. We are a close knit, inclusive, and welcoming community of students, staff and parents. ISUtrecht is a member of the Dutch International schools (DIS), a group of over twenty schools providing internationally-oriented primary and/or secondary education.
Who we are
We are an IB continuum school offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. We are a fast growing school with over 1000 students and 150 staff members from all over world. We are a community of life-long learners.
Our Mission & Vision
ISUtrecht is a warm and welcoming community brought together by a single purpose: to inspire our students with a passion for lifelong learning, to equip them with the tools to achieve excellence for themselves and the global community they live in. Uncovering and defining talent is at the heart of our educational mission.
Core Values
Curiosity
As an IB world continuum school, ISUtrecht offers high quality education through inquiry-based learning, inspiring student curiosity, lifelong learning and agency.
Compassion
ISUtrecht is an inclusive school where everyone is welcome and can be who they want to be. We understand that there are multiple perspectives and we respect each other’s differences.
Connection
Our ISUtrecht community is not defined by borders but exists in connections. To us, connection means belonging, feeling involved and making links between learning and life.
Vacancy
The International School Utrecht is looking to recruit an enthusiastic International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Teacher Librarian. The ideal candidate should have experience working in a library environment, with knowledge of the IB PYP curriculum.
Qualifications and experience:
- A Bachelor’s degree in education, teaching qualification (DUO recognised)
- Experience working as a librarian in an IB school or a similar educational setting
- Knowledge of the IB curriculum and the ability to align library resources and services with its requirements
- Experience in working with the Approaches to Learning (ATL’s)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and students
- Familiarity with educational technology and digital resources for libraries
- Commitment to promoting reading, literacy and information literacy among students
- Fluency in English (spoken and written)
- Appropriate technology skills to support delivery of the curriculum
- Willingness to work closely and collaboratively in a strong team
- Demonstrates professionalism, commitment, integrity and perseverance
- Be culturally competent with an internationally minded attitude
- An up-to-date knowledge and understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures
- Ability to design and develop early education environments and programmes and build on students learning, development and interactions
- Ability to communicate with colleagues and parents effectively
- Collaborate with PYP teachers and coordinators to align the library's resources and services with the PYP curriculum
- Support managing the library's collection of books, digital resources, and other materials
- Plan and deliver library lessons and activities that promote reading, ATL skills, and information literacy
- Provide assistance and support to students and teachers in using library resources and technology
- Foster a welcoming and inclusive library environment that encourages student engagement and participation
- Collaborate and co-design unit and lesson plans with classroom teachers and specialists
- Collaborate with other librarians from the DIPS and participate in professional development activities to stay current with best practices and trends in library services
- A very welcoming staff community who get together regularly outside of school
- An induction programme for new starters
- Onboarding guidance
- Professional development
- An attractive package with benefits (with a 13th month, holiday benefits - Collective Labour Agreement CAO)
- Salary in line with Collective Labour Agreement (CAO)
Please note that your application will only be considered if you have a permit or visa to work in the Netherlands. If you are interested in this position and meet the criteria, please provide a full CV with three references and a letter up to two pages, detailing your experience.
The International School Utrecht is committed to ensure a safe learning environment that supports child protection. The ISUtrecht requires a police clearance certificate as well as three confidential references.
