The International Librarian
This post was introduced to me by a college friend. Frankly it was a position that I hadn't even been aware of. Librarian posts in International schools.
It has been difficult researching the actual requirements that are expected from you, it varies from, all you need is your MLIS, to, you need to have a teaching diploma/certificate/degree etc. So be prepared when looking at job specs.
'Going International' a fabulous article from the Library Journal by Sarah Prescott, answers questions about the international librarian posts. It has a wealth of links to job sites, articles etc. An absolute must read.
Another equally great read is 'A Well Kept Secret: How to become an International School Librarian' by Laura Sanders {and originally posted on the terrific Hack School Library Blog}, this was the article that initially lead me to researching the role of an international librarian.
A number of International Teaching career fairs take place around the globe, but a little bit closer to home, one career fair will be taking place in London, in January sometime. My understanding of how this works, is that you have to be invited to the fair by a prospective employer. It does need further research.
The exciting thing about this new career direction {well new to me}, is that there ARE job opportunities overseas. If you are willing to seek an adventure overseas, then this could be the opportunity for you.
Links:
TIE The International Educator, lists a huge number of edcuational posts around the globe. It does require a paid subscription to view certain job listings, but well worth the investment if you are serious about this role.
HigherEdJobs An American website, free to use, it displays academic jobs as well.
It has been difficult researching the actual requirements that are expected from you, it varies from, all you need is your MLIS, to, you need to have a teaching diploma/certificate/degree etc. So be prepared when looking at job specs.
'Going International' a fabulous article from the Library Journal by Sarah Prescott, answers questions about the international librarian posts. It has a wealth of links to job sites, articles etc. An absolute must read.
Another equally great read is 'A Well Kept Secret: How to become an International School Librarian' by Laura Sanders {and originally posted on the terrific Hack School Library Blog}, this was the article that initially lead me to researching the role of an international librarian.
A number of International Teaching career fairs take place around the globe, but a little bit closer to home, one career fair will be taking place in London, in January sometime. My understanding of how this works, is that you have to be invited to the fair by a prospective employer. It does need further research.
The exciting thing about this new career direction {well new to me}, is that there ARE job opportunities overseas. If you are willing to seek an adventure overseas, then this could be the opportunity for you.
Links:
TIE The International Educator, lists a huge number of edcuational posts around the globe. It does require a paid subscription to view certain job listings, but well worth the investment if you are serious about this role.
HigherEdJobs An American website, free to use, it displays academic jobs as well.
Also check out the American Library Association's job site, ALA JobLIST, at http://joblist.ala.org. We feature hundreds of current professional job postings, mostly in the U.S., as well some (primarily academic) openings in Canada, Asia, and the Middle East.
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