Teacher Librarian​/Media Specialist; PS​/MS

Join ISZL as our next Teacher Librarian / Media Specialist!

At the International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL), we’re not just another international school. We’re a vibrant, curious, and courageous learning community where over 1,200 students from over 65 nationalities come together to explore, create, and grow.

We’re searching for a Teacher Librarian/Media Specialist willing to play a central role in shaping the vision and future of library services for our Primary and Middle School. This is a unique opportunity to create vibrant, engaging and inclusive learning spaces that inspire a love of reading, curiosity and exploration in our students.

Working collaboratively with colleagues, the Teacher Librarian/Media Specialist will support the PYP and MYP curriculum, provide tailored resources and guidance and foster professional learning across the school community. Successful candidates bring a passion for children, literacy and inquiry-based learning, as well as the practical skills to manage day-to-day library operations and connect library services meaningfully to classroom learning. Professionally managed and resourced libraries are essential to student success and this role is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the culture of learning at ISZL.

This position is offered initially on a one- to two-year contract, subject to mutual agreement based on school needs and candidate availability. This position will begin in August of 2026.

Working with ISZL Students

• Foster a welcoming and inclusive library environment that encourages exploration, use of library services, and a lifelong love of reading.
• Plan, design, and deliver instructional services and programs aligned with PYP and MYP units of inquiry, fostering research skills, digital fluency, media literacy, and ethical use of information.
• Curate and promote diverse, curriculum-aligned resources, including digital collections, libguides, and displays that support student learning and global citizenship.
• Organize and facilitate events, workshops, author visits, book clubs, and other programs to engage the school community.
• Provide reference services, readers’ advisory, and guidance to students, teachers, and parents.
• Model and teach about copyright, open domain, fair use, transformative use, and Creative Commons, in line with academic honesty policies.
• Monitor and evaluate library resources, programs, and services to ensure they meet curriculum and wellbeing goals, staying current with trends and best practices.
• Supervise the library as a community space during breaks and after school, promoting inclusion and a sense of belonging.

Working with ISZL Colleagues

• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and students to mentor, coach, and support the use of resources, inquiry strategies, and resource-based learning to enhance teaching and research.
• Participate in planning meetings and co-design PYP and MYP units of inquiry, promoting interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary learning.
• Plan and deliver library programs, orientations, events, displays, and activities that enrich student and staff learning experiences.
• Partner with curriculum leaders, the educational technology team, and divisional principals to integrate library resources and digital tools seamlessly into teaching and learning.
• Develop and maintain diverse, curriculum-aligned collections, including libguides and lit circle materials, ensuring resources are current, relevant, and appealing to support learning and personal interests.
• Collaborate with other ISZL librarians to review, develop, and implement library policies, procedures, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Support the ongoing development of library spaces as contemporary, attractive, and effective learning environments.

Working with ISZL Parents and External Community

• Ensure Circulation Desk support for all community members
• Plan for learning events (book events, speakers, displays)
• Ensure the promotion of library and information services to the community.

• Qualified teacher with a valid teaching credential, with experience in classroom teaching.
• Prior experience as a school librarian, teacher-librarian, or in a comparable…