IB-EYP Librarian

Role & responsibilities

• Manage and develop the EYP library environment for young learners, creating a welcoming, engaging, and age-appropriate space for reading and exploration.
  
• Introduce children to a wide range of age-appropriate picture books, storybooks, poetry, rhymes, and visual literacy resources.
  
• Conduct interactive storytelling, read-aloud sessions, book discussions, rhymes, and other engaging literacy activities.
  
• Develop childrens early literacy skills, vocabulary, listening, comprehension, communication, and love for reading.
  
• Encourage children to explore books independently and develop positive reading habits from an early age.
  
• Use storytelling, books, puppets, props, role-play, and creative activities to make library experiences engaging and meaningful.
  
• Create opportunities for children to choose books based on their interests, encouraging agency, curiosity, and independent exploration.
  
• Support inquiry-based and play-based learning through carefully selected books and library resources.
  
• Collaborate with EYP teachers to connect library experiences with classroom learning, Units of Inquiry, themes, and student interests.
  
• Recommend books and resources that support childrens social-emotional development, cultural awareness, creativity, imagination, and understanding of the world.
  
• Organise book-related activities, reading challenges, storytelling events, author interactions, book celebrations, and literacy-focused activities.
  
• Develop themed book displays and learning corners that encourage children to explore, ask questions, and engage with different ideas.
  

Library Management & Resources

• Maintain an organised and child-friendly collection of books and learning resources suitable for different age groups and reading levels.
  
• Manage book cataloguing, classification, circulation, shelving, and regular inventory of library resources.
  
• Monitor the condition of books and coordinate repairs, replacements, and acquisition of new resources.
  
• Identify and recommend new books and resources based on curriculum requirements, student interests, and emerging learning needs.
  
• Maintain accurate records of library resources, borrowing, returns, and inventory.
  
• Ensure the library remains safe, accessible, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate for young learners.
  
• Promote responsible handling and care of books and library resources among children.
  

IB & Inquiry-Based Learning

• Support the principles of the IB PYP Early Years programme through play-based, inquiry-led, and child-centred library experiences.
  
• Support children in developing curiosity, imagination, communication, and confidence through literature and inquiry.
  
• Select books and resources that connect with transdisciplinary themes and real-world contexts.
  
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate literature and storytelling into transdisciplinary learning experiences.
  
• Encourage children to ask questions, make connections, express ideas, and reflect through stories and discussions.
  
• Contribute to developing an environment that supports student voice, choice, and ownership of learning.
  
• Participate in curriculum planning, professional development, school events, and academic initiatives.
  
• Maintain appropriate documentation related to library resources, programmes, activities, and student engagement.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors Degree in Library Science, Education, English, Literature, Early Childhood Education, or a relevant discipline.
  
• Bachelors/Master’s Degree in Library & Information Science will be an advantage.
  
• B.Ed./Early Childhood Education qualification will be preferred.
  
• 3–5+ years of relevant experience working in a school library, early years setting, preschool, or educational environment.
  
• Experience working with children aged 3–6 years will be highly preferred.
  
• Strong knowledge of children’s literature, picture books, storytelling, rhymes, and early literacy development.
  
• Excellent storytelling, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to engage young children through interactive, creative, and play-based activities.
  
• Good understanding of early childhood development and age-appropriate learning practices.
  
• Understanding of IB PYP Early Years, inquiry-based learning, or play-based learning will be an advantage.
  
• Ability to collaborate effectively with EYP teachers and contribute to trans disciplinary learning.
  
• Strong organisational and library management skills.
  
• Creative, patient, enthusiastic, and child-friendly approach to working with young learners.
  
• Candidates with experience in IB/PYP schools or international school environments will be preferred.
  
• Candidates with relevant IB/PYP training or professional development will be an advantage.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and expertise
  
• Opportunity to work in a well-established IB Programme
  
• Supportive academic leadership and structured teaching environment
  
• Professional growth and long-term career development opportunities
  

Why Join Skill Stork International School?

• Opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking international school that emphasises curiosity, creativity, inquiry, and holistic development
  
• Strong focus on early literacy, play-based learning, storytelling, and experiential learning
  
• A collaborative and professional work culture that values teacher growth and reflective practice
  
• Continuous professional development opportunities in early years education and IB pedagogy
  
• Supportive leadership that encourages creativity, initiative, and innovative approaches to learning
  
• Well-equipped library and learning resources to support engaging literacy experiences
  
• A child-centric environment committed to developing confident, curious, and lifelong learners
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary is not a constraint for the deserving candidate
  
• Free staff child education
  
• Support for professional development and certifications
  
• Growth-oriented work culture with long-term career progression