We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of Libraries & Media to manage and operate a key learning environment used by the whole school community. The Head of Libraries & Media will be responsible for the acquisition, organization, and dissemination of resources appropriate to the learning needs of the full age and ability range within Riyadh Schools. They will work in partnership with the Director of Curriculum & Assessment and the School Development Team to implement the library action plan across their 5+ schools. The Head of Libraries & Media will lead a team of library staff to improve the use of library resources in engaging students in learning & research. They will work collaboratively with Vice Principals and Instructional Leaders to bring library resources into classrooms.The Riyadh Schools are one of Saudi’s top tier private schools, located in central Riyadh. This is a very well-established American curriculum school with an outstanding reputation in the local community. It is high performing, with high expectations of its students and teachers.If you are an experienced, inspirational teachers who is keen to work in a high achieving environment, teaching focused, academic students, then we'd like to hear from you.We are seeking experienced, native English speakers with a degree in education and a state or provincial teaching licence. Experience with Common Core standards is considered an asset.Responsibilities:Manage and operate a major learning environment used by the whole school community.Responsible for the acquisition, organization, and dissemination of resources appropriate to the learning needs of the full age and ability range within Riyadh Schools.Work in partnership with the Director of Curriculum & Assessment and the School Development Team to implement the library action plan across the schools.Responsible for the effective implementation of information literacy strategies as a part of school teaching & learning programs.Responsible for the management & upkeep of all school libraries as 21st century media centers in line with the AASL Standards.Lead a team of library staff to improve the use of library resources in engaging students in learning & research.Work collaboratively with instructional leaders to bring library resources into classrooms.Work cooperatively with Vice Principals to develop & implement various initiatives, such as the blended learning model, foundational literacy instruction, cross-curricular projects, research, the Enterprise Project, PD workshops, guest speakers, and other 21st Century skills into each of our schools.Ensure we devote our resources equitably to the purchase & promotion of Arabic & English language texts.Ensure any material produced for sharing across schools is available in both languages before it is released.Lead a team of trained personnel from all schools to plan the explicit teaching of the AASL Standards, to ensure their alignment with the CCSS and Ministry Standards, to conduct regular PLTs, and to design timetables for library visits for all students (in both languages).Support the school's digital initiative where teachers use laptops, iPads & Smartboards with students to engage them in learning & support them to become inquisitive & innovative learners through the use of cutting-edge technology.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field.Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.Experience as a classroom teacherExcellent organizational and management skills.Knowledge of AASL Standards and 21st-century learning.Ability to work collaboratively with instructional leaders to bring library resources into classrooms.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Previous experience in a primarily English as an Additional language setting would be an advantage.Riyadh Schools:Our mission is clear- to develop leaders of the future. Riyadh Schools, aims to prepare students intellectually, morally and spiritually to pursue their aspirations and contribute to society.Riyadh Schools is a private school in Riyadh, teaching an international (California Common Core and High School Diploma) and national (Ministry of Education) curriculum as required. The system has seven schools, five of which are international curriculum and two national schools with a total enrolment of 3700 and some 650 staff across a 13 acre site, each with its own facilities, due to a segregated education model from Grades 4-12. The school is accredited and recognised by Cognia (USA). The school partners with Franklin University (Ohio, USA) and its School of Education, to enhance teacher development. The school also partners with Microsoft and other key institutions, including the REAL Madrid Academy, to deliver a world class program for its studentsThe current Deputy Director General is an Australian and the advisory team is international. Staff within the school are Saudi, Jordanian, American, British, South African and Egyptian. The students are Saudi nationals. The school graduates attend universities mainly in the Kingdom, but also abroad..The School has a clear improvement vision and seeks internationally qualified staff to drive this forward based upon high quality teaching and learning. The 5P improvement model aims to enhance overall pupil achievement, particularly through a focus on improving the quality of teaching and leadership in the schools. It seeks to reduce variation in achievement within and between different groups of pupils and schools and most importantly focus efforts through teaching and learning, supported by learning coaches and the Advisory team.Saudi Arabia has embarked on a process of rapid development and reform that reflects a united support of the 2030 Vision. Business is booming, the country is welcoming, supportive and safe, healthcare is excellent, the economy is strong and the country is a respected regional leader. Education is undergoing key changes and Riyadh Schools is seen as a model school in all its practices of outstanding education.Excellent teachers are strongly encouraged to join us to develop our vision.‘Riyadh Schools is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to national and home country police clearance, identity, qualification and past employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with your home country Teacher Registration service’.