Librarian and Middle School Learning Support Teacher

Librarian and Middle School Learning Support Teacher

Futuraskolan International School of Stockholm

DESCRIPTION: Librarian/Learning Support

REPORTS TO: Vice Principal and Principal

Futuraskolan International School of Stockholm is seeking a dedicated professional to fill the dual role of Librarian and Middle School Learning Support Teacher.

Responsibility:

The Librarian and Learning Support Teacher reports directly to the Vice Principal and Principal, contributing to the philosophy, policies, and well-being of our learners. The successful candidate will model personal characteristics from the International Primary Curriculum and International Middle Years Curriculum in all aspects of employment.

Librarian Duties: 50%

• Manage and develop the school library collection
• Promote literacy and foster a love of reading among students
• Collaborate with teachers to support curriculum needs
• Organize library events and activities
• Maintain library systems and resources

Learning Support Duties: 50%

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop individualized learning strategies
• Design and communicate interventions for students with learning disabilities
• Support teachers in managing Individual Learning Plan (ILP) creation process
• Provide supplementary teaching to students requiring additional help
• Implement effective teaching strategies to maximize student learning

Administrative:

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and interventions
• Communicate with parents, teachers, and professionals regarding student progress
• Attend staff meetings and professional development seminars
• Support assessment and documentation of individual student progress

Curriculum:

• Support classroom teachers by adapting learning materials and strategies for English and Mathematics, ensuring that students with diverse learning needs can access and engage with these core subjects effectively
• Develop effective teaching strategies and accommodations for identified students
• Use audio-visual and technology resources to enhance learning

Differentiation:

• Foster skills and social abilities for optimal student development
• Encourage student self-confidence, independence, and potential

Qualifications, Attributes and Experience Expectations:

Certified teaching credentials.

Bachelor’s Degree

Experience with library operations.

At least 2 years’ experience in the classroom.

Solid and demonstrable teaching experience in English, preferably IMYC/IPC

Creative and enthusiastic approach both in and out of the classroom.

Excellent team player both within the department and across disciplines.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills to work closely with students and parents.

Experience with working with students or groups.

International teaching experience and/or international curriculum.

The ability to establish rapport with adults and students.

The ability to work effectively in a team.

The ability to show initiative and work independently.

Experience working with students from diverse cultures and countries would be an advantage.

Please attach certifications, residency status, and police report (belastningsregistret) with your application.

About the school:

At Futuraskolan International School of Stockholm English is the language of instruction, and we have an international school permit, so we do not follow the Swedish curriculum (LgR22). Futuraskolan International School of Stockholm offers an international education, Grades 1-9. We strive to develop students who are internationally minded, generous in spirit and imbued with a sense of community service founded on respect. We want our students to become caring global citizens- core values which are more than just words - they are alive within the school.

We are accredited by the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC). We belong to the European Council of International Schools (ECIS) and the Nordic Network (NN) and Fieldwork Education. If you would like to know more about us, please visit our site: www.futuraskolaninternational.se.

At Futuraskolan International School of Stockholm we are committed to protecting children. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All applicants will therefore be required to undergo appropriate child protection screening. Included in the recruitment process will be a local and national police check as well as a mandatory police background check from the last year of employment in every country worked.

Please apply to this position by sending your CV, Cover Letter and Recommendations to the Principal, Nicole MacDonald - nicole.macdonald@futuraskolan.se

Vice Principal, Veronna Pomeroy - veronna.pomeroy@futuraskolan.se

WE ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS IN ENGLISH