Library Assistant for Footprints International School (FIS)
| For : | Cambodian Only |
| Categories : | Assistant, Educate/Train/Teaching, Library |
| Schedule : | Full time job |
| Sex : | Male, Female |
| Language : | Khmer, English |
| Location : | Phnom Penh |
| Hiring : | 1 Position |
| Closing Date : | 04th October 2025 |
| Salary : |
Negotiable
|
| Experience : | Yes |
| Degree : | Bachelor |
Footprints International School (FIS) is an educational institution licensed with the Ministry of Education and registered under Eduinvest International Co. Ltd. The school currently operates in central Phnom Penh with one campus in Tuol Kork and another Tuol Tom Poung. Both campuses serve students from nursery to year twelve, covering the Cambridge International Curriculum and the Khmer National Program.
Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), our community considers innovative approaches to teaching and learning the centric method to gear students towards our school wide learner outcomes. We support students in developing a growth mindset leading to lifelong habits in learning and a global mindset through which students adopt 21st century skills and sustainable living practices. Creativity is fostered through an integrative and experiential learning approach to Sciences, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics (STEAM).
Our school highly values community engaged learning and experiences, with a special emphasis on Khmer Language and Culture. Through this program we aim to ensure that our learning is local, authentic, and relevant. The holistic approach of these educational anchors is embedded in our vision, mission and values – and help guide the daily teaching and learning practices of Footprints.
FIS is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional for the following position:
- Library Assistant
- Cataloging and Circulation
- Enter and describe new items accurately in the computer ILS (Integrated Library System)
- Accurately reshelve books
- Locate items for student or faculty use
- Physically monitor library use by students and staff
- Respond to inquiries and/or liaise with Literacy/Library Specialist to help answer questions
- Check in/out books to students
- Collection Development
- Research and make suggestions on age-appropriate materials for student and/or faculty use
- Work with vendors/suppliers to source new materials for the libraries
- Work with the procurement teams to meet the desired deliveries
- Activities and Program Development
- Help decorate and maintain the physical library space in an attractive and welcoming manner
- Help provide students with basic orientation lessons and library activities that promote research, reading, and writing programs. These might include activities such as story time, board games, scavenger hunts, book reviews, and anything else necessary for providing a variety of participation options to students at multiple age and grade levels.
- Access Services
- Liaise with students, parents and teachers to help ascertain their needs and interests
- Assist students with routine search and research questions
- Pickup and deliver items throughout the entire school campus
- Record student information in the Library ILS such as account info, requests and overdue notices
- Disseminate accurate and interesting information about authors and library collections in Khmer and English through written publications and word of mouth.
- Compose routine correspondence in both English and Khmer
- Training and Development
- Be able to follow complex instructions and step by step procedures in a reliable manner
- Be interested in library science and professional development opportunities
- Be able to perform basic research and evaluation of items and sources
- Have a willingness to take personal initiative and explore personal interests within the profession
- Develop a good general knowledge of subject categories and library workflows
- Learn basic functions of Koha ILS Software.
- Cambodian
- Bachelor Degree in Education, Library Studies, Communication, Language Arts or a relevant field
- High level of English proficiency
- Experience using Library ILS software to perform routine work
- Compassionate, organized, flexible and a team player
- Excellent record of professional and personal integrity
- Experience/certified to teach English is a plus
- Experience working in an international school setting is a plus
If you wish to apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter to email address provided in the contact details with Specific Position in the subject line.
Your application must include the following:
- An up-to-date resume with a current ID photo
- A copy of passport/ID
- A copy of the Cambodian Visa when applied within the country
- Educational degree and certificates
- Two professional references from direct supervisors; and
Due to the high number of applications received, we can only respond to shortlisted applications.
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| Company : | Footprints International School (FIS) |
| Contact Name : | Footprints International School |
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