About This Role
The Canadian International School System (CISS), comprising the Canadian International School (CIS), the Bilingual Canadian International School (BCIS), and the Canada – Vietnam Kindergarten (CVK), is one of Vietnam’s leading international education systems committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning based on global standards.
With a diverse team of passionate educators from around the world, CISS provides a dynamic, inclusive, and student-centered environment where every learner is empowered to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our programs emphasize holistic development, character education, and future-ready skills, ensuring that students are well-prepared for success in an increasingly globalized world.
Elevate your career in an international setting. Explore exciting opportunities at CIS
As we prepare for the 2026–2027 academic year - and as part of our ongoing year-round recruitment - we are seeking talented, dedicated, and innovative teachers who share our mission of inspiring excellence, nurturing well-rounded individuals, and shaping the next generation of global citizens.
If you are committed to impactful teaching, continuous professional growth, and an environment that values collaboration and creativity, we welcome you to join our vibrant community at CISS
Establish, develop, and manage the smooth operation of the Library Learning Commons (including the Library Makerspace and Study Rooms) alongside teaching appropriate library, research, and literacy skills to individuals, small groups, and whole classes and across the age range of the school in conjunction with the Local Librarian, Secondary Librarian, and Library Assistant(s). Create and maintain a visually and intellectually stimulating learning environment which supports and enhances the delivery of the school’s educational programmes, and order resources that contribute to the school’s goals. Ensure the Library Learning Commons is a hub of teaching, learning, and community within CIS.
Job Description
●Responsibilities of the Teacher-Librarian:
● Employ assessment for learning and assessment as learning within the library program, as set out in Growing Success: Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting in Ontario Schools
● Offer opportunities for critical literacy
● Implement CISS policy in the selection of learning resources for the library
● Follow protocols if concerns regarding controversial and sensitive issues in learning resources are raised
● Create a warm and welcoming environment with flexible areas for collaborative learning
● Develop a culturally inclusive and curriculum-relevant collection
● Ensure all Health and Safety and school policies are reflected in the library’s physical and virtual spaces
● Encourage the placement of assistive technologies and devices in the library
● Collaborate fully with teachers in design, delivery, and assessment
● Explicitly teach transferable skills such as search strategies and resource evaluation
● Create pathfinders and book lists to support curricular activities
● Apply the Achievement Chart criteria of Knowledge and Understanding, Thinking, Communication, and Application to research and inquiry
● Use appropriate tools to assess learning, i.e., anchor charts, organizers and templates, checklists, rubrics, portfolios, and surveys
● Teach software and digital applications for student learning, collaboration, and creating/demonstrating new knowledge if applicable
● Plan for project-based research tasks that provide authentic learning experiences and collaborate with classroom teachers on the implementation of these projects
● Demonstrate models of inquiry/research
● Build lesson and unit design around stages of inquiry
● Incorporate a gradual release of responsibility
● Use a skills continuum for research across all grades and subjects
● Maintain a current, engaging collection in a variety of genres, formats, and levels of complexity
● Work with CISS Purchasing officer(s) and Storekeeper(s) to order, inventory, and manage all print resources for CIS, including all textbooks
● Ensure opportunities for critical literacy for student discussion, reflection, and sharing
● Run supplementary reading programs and book clubs
● Organize book fairs and literacy nights for parents and students
● Participate in city-wide literacy programs and events
● Include authors and topics that reflect the diversity of the CISS student population
● Use displays, newsletters, school announcements, and online communications to build circulation
● Collaborate with teachers to suggest current and engaging titles for literature circles, class novel studies, and student independent reading
● Collaborate with the secondary teacher-librarian in the CIS library for co-planning and efficient use of human resources, library resources, and materials
● Provide explicit instruction for the use of online databases, websites for learning, and online tools for collaboration
● Model use of new presentation tools and software within the library program
● Match new technologies to student needs and preferences for online collaborative activities
● Organise resources for the Library Makerspace
● Collaborate with STEAM teachers to incorporate best practice in the Library Makerspace
● Teach lessons and/or run STEAM sessions in the library Makerspace
● Offer workshops for teachers to build technological capacity
● Promote free digital resources that expand opportunities for learning
● Provide orientations for students, teachers, and parents/guardians
● Present library program and resources to parents/guardians
● Seek out and maintain community partnerships
Job Requirements
Candidates must meet one of the following qualification pathways:
Have a can-do mindset.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English;
Familiar with office (Google/Microsoft) computer skills;
Ability to organize work independently as well as be a team player, ability to observe and handle problems quickly and effectively.
Careful, meticulous, confident, and a good organizer.
Decorative / Art Skill
Skills & Competencies:
● Teaching and counselling experience
● Student-centred and nurturing personality
● Commitment to collaborative planning
What we offer
Salary and Compensation: Competitive package & pay scale
Housing allowance
Relocation & support for international hires
Healthcare Insurance & Compulsory Insurance
Airfare allowance
Complimentary daily lunch buffet on campus
Paid sick leave and paid school holidays in accordance with the official School Calendar
Professional growth and development opportunities, including scheduled PD Days throughout the school year.
Application
Please include the following with your application to recruitment@admin.cis.edu.vn
Updated CV (Resume)
Copies of degrees, certificates
A copy of passport (photo page) (can be sent later during the recruitment process)
A copy of the criminal check (can be sent later during the recruitment process)
** The Canadian International School System is committed to child protection and safer recruitment; all appointments are subject to enhanced background checks.
Recruitment Process
Round 1: Application screening (Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to Round 2.)
Round 2: Interviews with Leadership Team and teachers. Optional demo lesson or portfolio submission when applicable.
Round 3: Selection result announcement
Round 4: Salary discussion and job offer
Round 5: Work permit/ Visa processing & relocation Support
Round 6: Onboarding and orientation