PYP Teacher Librarian (with the possibility of a Head of Library role, TLR 2) Discovery College

Discovery College is searching for an exceptional educator to fill the position of PYP Teacher Librarian to start in August 2026. Based on experience the successful candidate may also be considered for the Head of Library position.

Job Summary
The PYP Teacher Librarian is a key educator collaborating with teachers to foster information literacy inquiry skills and a love of reading within the IB Primary Years Programme. They curate diverse high-quality print and digital resources teach research skills and promote digital citizenship to support student inquiry and academic growth. The PYP Teacher Librarian works to maximise student learning and development through the co-planning of units with classroom teachers and the preparation and teaching of the information literacy and digital citizenship curriculum to meet students individual learning needs and achieve specific student outcomes. The PYP Teacher Librarian engages in critical reflection in order to improve their knowledge and skills to better engage students and improve their learning.

Main Accountabilities

• Use own professional role to ensure that the College is able to deliver on the 5 DC Outcomes for every student
• Plan lessons and sequences of lessons to meet students individual learning needs and to ensure students progression
• Use a range of appropriate strategies for teaching and learning and classroom management
• Use flexible groupings and structured inquiry to deliver high quality lessons in line with the IBO philosophy
• Maintain a well organised and stimulating learning environment
• Use learning technologies to enhance learning
• Use information about prior attainment to set expectations for students
• Use a range of assessment and reporting methods that make students achievement visible in relation to learning outcomes
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents and caregivers
• Plan and engage in professional learning activities that support College and systemic priorities
• Take responsibility for own professional development and use the outcomes to improve teaching and students learning
• Make an active contribution to the policies and aspirations of the College
• Ensure administration of classroom procedures is completed efficiently
• Collaborate positively with members of the school community to build a team environment that supports students learning
• Participate in Quality Assurance and School Improvement in order to ensure high standards of professional practice and student outcomes
• Utilise the Professional Reflection and Development process
• to ensure own professional development and support for organisational priorities
• Contribute to the wider life of the College including through the co-curricular programme and offsite activities.
• Support the academic pastoral and co-curricular work of the school
• As required as a Class Teacher or Learning Advisor provide care and support for students to ensure all students make excellent progress and have the opportunity to flourish
• Under the guidance of the Head of Library contribute to the day-to-day management of the library and its collections to ensure the Colleges learning resources support the implementation of the 5 DC outcomes.
• Perform other duties which may reasonably be assigned from time to time by the Principal or his/her delegate
  

Other Areas Of Accountabilities

• Curriculum Collaboration: Co-design units and team-teach with teachers across all year levels in Primary. Work with class teachers to integrate library resources and information literacy skills into Units of Inquiry.
• Instruction & Literacy: Teach information literacy skills foster a love of reading and promote literature across various genres and with teachers to develop literature-based reading programmes. Be knowledgeable about the Science of Reading and how children learn to read.
• Digital Citizenship & Research: Guide students in ethically locating evaluating and using information and supporting academic integrity.
• Collection Development & Management: Strategically plan and budget for improvement in library and curriculum resources. Maintain a diverse relevant and engaging collection of print and digital resources.
• Library Environment & Event Planning: Create a welcoming stimulating learning environment that serves as a hub for inquiry and promotes a love of reading. Plan and organise events throughout the course of the year such as author visits and Book Week events.
• Professional Development: Support staff by providing access to professional resources and fostering an information-literate community.

Core Capabilities/ Competencies Required

• Adaptability
• Analysis / problem solving
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Team work

Minimum Typical Education
Bachelor Degree in Education or Bachelor Degree in any subjects with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education) or equivalent

Minimum Typical Experience
An understanding of the IB and the key underpinnings of the curriculum frameworks is essential.

All teachers are expected to:

• Contribute to the school extra curricular programme throughout the year
• Participate in key school and PTA events on identified evenings and weekends
• Contribute to the Education outside the Classroom Programme including by leading residential excursions in urban or rural locations in Hong Kong or overseas as required

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Teaching in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a premier destination for expatriate and local teachers. ESF Teachers enjoy a lucrative salary package and a high standard of living overall in an exciting and vibrant world city. The teaching profession is highly respected student motivation and outcomes are excellent and all teachers receive considerable support from ESF with settling into Hong Kong as well as with their professional development. Please feel free to contact us in advance about life in Hong Kong if you feel a conversation on this topic would be helpful.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

By applying for this position your application may be considered for other opportunities within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age race colour gender marital status sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy national origin religion veteran status physical or mental disability genetic information creed citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESFs Personal Data Policy a copy of which will be provided upon request.

ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices with all appointments contingent upon an interview identity verification criminal background checks (including ICPC SCRC and other international background checks as appropriate) assessment of social media presence and positive references.

In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.

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