Pre-School Librarian at the Posh Oak Academy

The Posh Oak Academy is a new Pre-schoolstrategically located opposite African First Ladies Peace mission building at Abogo Largerma Street off constitution Avenue Central Business District Abuja. We are commited to raising well-rounded children who will consistently evolve until they become the best versions of themselves. Our rich curriculum is a perfect blend of the existing British, Montessori, American and Nigerian curricula

We are starting off with two classes: Mustard class for 2-3 years olds & The Palms class for 3-4 year olds. Our staff are properly trained to cater to your kids education needs as well as other needs. Our staff are properly trained to cater to your kids education needs as well as other needs. Our preschool is equipped with kidsize accessories (e.g. Sinks, WCs, baths etc) to give the kids independence while developing their hygiene skills as well as other skills that will set the tone for the rest of their lives. 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Pre-School Librarian

Location: Maitama, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Manages all aspects of library service in the children’s departments with duties regarding collection development, programming, and public relations.
• Works closely with the Director. Performs various administrative duties. Assumes duties of the Director when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and implementing storytimes, school age programming and the annual youth summer reading program.
• Develops and implements innovative programs that encourage library use and enhance the image of the library in the community.
• Evaluates and maintains the children’s collections and makes recommendations for collection development based on community needs, usage levels, and relevance of materials. Classifies materials, evaluates materials, utilizes statistical data and reports for collection maintenance, and makes withdrawals according to library guidelines.
• Trains public on use of library technologies and library resources; provides instructional technology programming; incorporates relevant technologies into library services and programs.
• Creates attractive and timely displays and merchandise library materials.
• Maintains current knowledge of organizational procedures, processes, policies and operations.
• Provides desk coverage as needed.
• Provides outstanding internal and external customer service. Demonstrates a positive attitude and supports library goals and objectives.
• Responds to patron questions and situations in accordance with library policy and in a manner to enhance the reputation of the library as a public service organization.
• Works closely with teachers, preschool operators, and parents providing recreational, educational, and curricular materials.
• Performs in-depth reference service as needed.
• Assists in collecting library statistics.
• Represents the library at community events and in community organizations; maintains positive working relationship with partner institutions.
• Attends staff meetings as called by the Library Director.
• Attends NORWELD, OLC, and other professional meetings, workshops and conferences as budget allows.
• Publicly supports the Library Board of Trustees, the Library Director, and library policies and promote a positive image of the library.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Library Director.

Application Closing Date
20th August, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application letter and Curriculum Vitae to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail. 

Note: Only residents of Abuja will be considered as the role is based in Abuja.