Lower School Librarian

1 day ago

Taipei TPE, Taiwan Taipei American School Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

SCALE:  Professional Scale
CONTRACT:  Professional Staff Contract
REPORTS:  Director of Academics & Lower School Principal 
DIVISION: Lower School 

Job Description 

The Lower School Librarian empowers young learners to explore, inquire, and create by fostering a culture of reading, curiosity, and responsible information use. The librarian partners with teachers, students, and families to cultivate lifelong learners who are critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical digital citizens. 

Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited (or equivalent) program.
  • Preferred: certification as a school librarian and/or completion of a teacher preparation or education program.
Key ResponsibilitiesLiteracy and Reading Advocacy
  • Inspire a love of reading and promote diverse voices, genres, and perspectives.
  • Guide students in developing comprehension, critical thinking, and a lifelong relationship with books and stories.
  • Partner with teachers to integrate literature and reading strategies across content areas.
  • Plan and facilitate reading events, author visits, and celebrations that cultivate joy in reading and strengthen the school's reading culture.
Information and Digital Literacy
  • Teach students to locate, evaluate, and use information ethically and effectively.
  • Develop students' skills in media, digital, and AI literacy to support critical inquiry.
  • Model responsible technology use and digital citizenship for all learners.
Collaboration and Instructional Partnership
  • Collaborate with teachers to design inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning experiences.
  • Collaborate with teachers to integrate information literacy, digital citizenship, and research skills into the curriculum.
  • Provide professional learning for faculty on resource curation, literacy strategies, and emerging technologies.
Program Leadership and Administration
  • Lead the continuous improvement of the library program through strategic planning and alignment with school goals.
  • Curate and manage a diverse, high-quality collection in print and digital formats.
  • Maintain an inviting, flexible, and inclusive library environment that supports curiosity, collaboration, and creativity.
  • Manage the library budget and supervise support staff or volunteers, as applicable.
Professional Engagement and Advocacy
  • Serve as an active member of the school's professional community and relevant library associations.
  • Advocate for equitable access to resources and intellectual freedom.
  • Communicate regularly with students, staff, and families through digital and print platforms.
To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references through the online link below. Please note that direct applications via email or other channels will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as Taipei American School reserves the right to close the selection process at any time. 

  • Upper School Librarian

    1 day ago

    Taipei, TPE, Taiwan Taipei American School Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    SCALE:  Professional ScaleCONTRACT:  Professional Staff ContractDIVISION: Upper School Job Description Under the supervision of the Director of Academics and in collaboration with the eResources Librarian, the Upper School Librarian provides leadership that responds to current needs and uses data to identify trends and guide decisions aligned with...

  • Lower School Technology

    1 day ago

    Taipei, TPE, Taiwan Taipei American School Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

    SCALE: Professional ScaleCONTRACT: Professional Staff ContractSUPERVISOR: Lower School Principal and Director of Educational TechnologyDIVISION: Lower SchoolPosition Summary:The Lower School Technology & Design Coach is responsible for developing and implementing Taipei American School's STEAM program, digital literacy and wellness, and instructional use of...

  • Lower School Academic Dean

    1 day ago

    Taipei, TPE, Taiwan Taipei American School Full time NT$60,000 - NT$120,000 per year

    SCALE: Professional ScaleCONTRACT: Professional Staff ContractSUPERVISOR: Lower School PrincipalDIVISION: Lower SchoolPosition Overview:The Lower School Academic Dean advances the academic vision of the division by aligning curriculum, pedagogy, and collaborative planning with the school's mission, learning outcomes, and strategic goals. Reporting to the...

  • Lower School Homeroom Teacher

    1 day ago

    Taipei, TPE, Taiwan Taipei American School Full time NT$60,000 - NT$120,000 per year

    SCALE: Professional ScaleCONTRACT: Professional Staff ContractSUPERVISOR: Lower School AdministrationDIVISION: Lower SchoolJOB SUMMARY:At Taipei American School, homeroom teachers play a pivotal role in shaping the educational journey by demonstrating an in-depth understanding of the curriculum, subject content, and students' developmental needs....

  • Substitute Lower School Teaching Assistant

    1 day ago

    Taipei, TPE, Taiwan Taipei American School Full time $30,000 - $50,000 per year

    Taipei American School recruits year-round for qualified candidates for substitute support staff positions. This is an on-call position to assist with coverages in different areas. We are currently looking for qualified candidates who can substitute in the following areas for the school year SY2425:Substitute Lower School Teaching Assistant:Candidates must...

  • Substitute Teacher

    1 day ago

    Taipei, TPE, Taiwan Taipei American School Full time NT$30,000 - NT$60,000 per year

    Taipei American School recruits year-round for qualified candidates for lower, middle, and upper school substitute teaching positions. All candidates should hold a bachelor's degree and have relevant teaching experience in secondary school settings with pre-K–12 age groups. Preference will be given to candidates currently based on the island. We are...

  • Aquatics Assistant

    1 day ago

    Taipei, TPE, Taiwan Taipei American School Full time $30,000 - $60,000 per year

    Job Summary:Aquatics Assistant reports to the Aquatics Director and will be responsible for helping to maintain a high-quality and safe K-12 curricular and co-curricular aquatics program. Key Responsibilities: Assist with Lower, Middle and Upper School Aquatics Physical Education classes as requiredTeach Lower School learn-to-swim groups of varying...

  • Aquatics Specialist

    1 day ago

    Taipei, TPE, Taiwan Taipei American School Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

    SCALE:  Professional ScaleCONTRACT:  Professional Staff ContractSUPERVISOR: Upper School PrincipalDIVISION: PreK-12JOB SUMMARY At Taipei American School Aquatics Specialist plays a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience of students by demonstrating an in-depth understanding of the curriculum, subject content, and the developmental needs of...

  • CST_Sr Clinical Specialist_North

    1 day ago

    Taipei, Taiwan Medtronic Full time $100,000 - $150,000 per year

    At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.A Day in the LifeResponsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.Conducts on-site...

  • Critical Environment Technician

    1 day ago

    Taipei, Taipei City, Taiwan Microsoft Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

    As a Critical Environment Technician (CET) in Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) team, you will maintain the critical infrastructure that keeps our Datacenters up and running. This could be anything from coordinating with supplier/vendors, recognizing safe versus unsafe work environment, having a hands-on understanding of how critical...