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Librarian, Na’atik Language and Culture Institute, Q.R., Mexico

Posted November 26, 2018

LIBRARIAN NEEDED IN THE ZONA MAYA OF MEXICO

Na’atik Language and Culture Institute is a non-profit dedicated to high-level cross-cultural language education. Located off the beaten path in Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo, Mexico, Na’atik makes its home in the heart of the “Zona Maya,” approximately an hour southwest of Tulum and two hours north of Belize.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative librarian to develop and promote free library programming for our English language students. In addition to this extra-curricular programming, the librarian will plan and conduct lessons and activities in direct collaboration with English teaching staff.

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who wants to build a library, make a positive social impact, and join a team of educators dedicated to advancing education in the developing world.

Please check out our Facebook page and website to learn more about Na’atik. We also recommend looking at our blogs to learn more about life in our town.

Duties Include:

  • Create enjoyable activities in the library for English language students
  • Welcome and orient students to the library, its programs, and its resources
  • Collaborate with the English teachers to integrate library activities into the English language curriculum
  • Promote library programs for students and parents
  • Manage volunteers from the local community and our study abroad program
  • Work with the English teachers and study abroad students to create intercultural activities amongst students
  • Organize, register and maintain the library books and other supplies
  • Maintain the Amazon Wish list
  • Work with the Communications and Fundraising Manager on acquiring new materials and researching library grant opportunities
  • Assist students with selecting and checking out books
  • Work with the Administrative Manager regarding overdue books
  • Organize and assist with special events and field trips
  • Substitute teach English classes, when necessary

Required Skills:

  • Native English speaker
  • Experience working in libraries
  • Degree from an accredited university
  • One year teaching experience
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Strong collaboration and social skills
  • Commitment to the institute’s mission of affordable education
  • Proactive and willing to learn
  • Ability to work independently
  • Adventurous and independent spirit
  • Basic Spanish

 Desired Skills:

  • Library science degree
  • Experience in the developing world
  • Experience creating and managing library programs

Compensation

  • Local salary
  • Housing
  • Use of bike
  • Paid vacation
  • Five hours of free Spanish class

Start date

January 7, 2019

Interested applicants please send resume and cover letter stating why you are interested in coming to the Yucatan and Na’atik to teach as well your personal expectations via email to Catherine Gray, Director, at [email protected]. Select applicants will be contacted by email.

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