LGB PRI - Head Librarian - 320 422

La Grande Boissière

Primary

Seeks for 18 August 2025

Founded in 1924, the Foundation of the International School of Geneva, commonly known as Ecolint educates 4500 students aged from 3-18 representing over 130 nationalities. Each of our eight schools is dedicated to the development of seven life-worthy, future-ready global competences: we develop lifelong learning, self-agency, the ability to interact with the world, with others and with resources so as to develop transdisciplinary, multiliterate thinking. Through this, we drive our mission, which is to educate students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together. Ecolint is built on strong humanitarian values and prides itself on its long history of pedagogical innovation, including the creation of the Model United Nations system and the International Baccalaureate. We have around 1250 employees representing more than 60 nationalities, united as one core of dynamic professionals, committed to our mission.

La Grande Boissière (LGB) campus is centrally located in Geneva and blends a mix of 18th Century buildings with cutting edge STEM and Arts facilities. The bilingual (French and English) campus is home to close to 1,900 students across the Primary, Middle and Secondary Schools. Our unique Universal Learning Programme, co-designed with UNESCO's International Bureau of Education, seeks to anchor learning in deep conceptual understanding and the assessment of Ecolint's global competences, to ensure that the outcome of learning makes some positive social impact.

Please note that only applications via our website will be considered

https://www.ecolint.ch/en/job-opportunities

To complete our team, we are looking for a:

Head Librarian - sabbatical leave replacement for 2 years

Full-time - 40 hours

Role Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced School Librarian to join our team and play a key role in fostering an engaging, dynamic, and supportive learning environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is dedicated to helping students develop critical research skills, promoting literacy, and supporting instructional excellence. The ideal candidate will be someone who thrives in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment, with a strong focus on the academic and personal growth of students.

Responsibilities

• Support Academic Excellence: Collaborate with teachers to create instructional materials and integrate innovative practices into the learning process.
• Library and Resource Management: Manage library resources, including regular inventory, ordering materials, and maintaining up-to-date systems. Oversee equipment and resource reservations, ensuring all resources are effectively utilized.
• Pedagogical Support: Support teachers and students in creating a productive and safe learning environment. Provide guidance and support for students' academic needs, including working with students with special needs (ESP students) to ensure inclusive practices.
• Student Support: Supervise small groups of students, facilitate activities, and assist in managing student behaviour. Serve as a liaison with specialists such as speech/language pathologists and psychologists to support individual student needs.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work closely with teachers and school staff to align library resources with curriculum goals. Engage in discussions on educational innovation and research.
• Budget and Resource Management: Track and manage budgets for library resources and supplies. Ensure the smooth operation of the library, including maintaining equipment, ordering supplies, and disposing of outdated materials.
• Engage the community of parents and the larger community: Nurture ways to engage the parents community and the larger community in events and activities.

Candidate requirements

• Educational Level: Bachelor's degree in Education (ie PGCE diploma, professeur des écoles), Library Science Education, or related field (or equivalent).
• Experience: At least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a school or educational setting. Experience working with diverse student populations, including those with special educational needs, is preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Functional knowledge of library systems, educational technology, and resource management. Experience with educational software and tools is a plus.
• Fluency in French and English.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Creative problem-solving skills and a willingness to innovate in educational practices.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.

Candidates are requested to apply online attaching their CV , three references (one of which must be from their current or most recent employer, who can be contacted should the candidate be selected for an interview), and a covering letter. The application must be addressed to Mirna Hafez Farah, International School of Geneva, La Grande Boissière Campus by 17 January 2025 mentioning the reference number 320 422.

Please note that only applications via our website will be considered

https://www.ecolint.ch/en/job-opportunities

The International School of Geneva values and encourages diversity among its staff. As such, we welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. The School is seriously committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous conduct and child protection checks appropriate to their position, including prior checks with their previous employers and the authorities.