Teacher Librarian

The Role: 

As a Teacher Librarian, you will provide valuable support to both staff and students in key areas such as teaching and learning, wellbeing, and nurturing a culture of reading. This position is permanent, 0.6FTE, commencing in late January 2025. The successful candidate can negotiate any three working days to suit their schedule.

If you are enthusiastic about inspiring a love of learning and contributing to a vibrant library environment, we encourage you to apply!
 

The Average Day:

Teaching and Learning

• Create and nurture a learning environment which meets the reading and research needs of the Junior School community and promotes reading for pleasure
• Collaborate with teachers to support classroom literature programs that result in positive student outcomes.
• Support year level inquiry learning with the provision of resources and the teaching of information skills.
• Assist and encourage students to use a variety of resources and technologies, working individually, in small groups or as part of a whole class 
• Teach the appropriate and relevant use of ICTs and information resources
• Plan, organise and discuss the library curriculum with the Head of Library 
• Supports the management of library resources
• Provide exemplary reference and information services to the Junior School community
• Collaborate with the library team to promote and implement the annual Carey Celebrates Literature Festival, Book Week and other extracurricular activities

Professional Learning and Development 

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning by participating in various professional development activities, including Carey professional development 
• Maintain awareness of current trends and changes by remaining in contact with relevant associations and other professional networks 

The Person: 

To be successful in this position, you will have: 

• Teacher Librarianship qualifications
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching 
• High level knowledge of and passion for early childhood to young adult literature 
• Ability to develop dynamic programs of wide reading and literature celebration 
• Organisational excellence 
• Previous experience working with Library Management Systems 
• Specific expertise and experience in leading literacy teams is desirable 

A valid Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is a requirement of employment in this position
 

The School:

At Carey, our staff are integral members of our vibrant community, embodying a deep commitment to learning and an innate ability to ignite the same passions within our students. 

Grounded in the core values of Care, Growth, and Respect, our staff play a pivotal role in nurturing a culture where every individual is valued, supported, and inspired to thrive. 
 

The Perks:

A career at Carey, provides staff with access to: 

• Professional Practice day
• Graduate teacher program
• Competitive remuneration
• Access to outstanding facilities and resources
• A supported and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued and encouraged

...And much more!
 

Want to find out more? 

If you are interested in a career at Carey, we're excited to hear from you! Please visit this link Teacher Librarian - Carey Careers

Click "Apply" to submit your Cover Letter (no more than 2 pages) and an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae by 14 November 2024. 

Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

Let's work together to inspire young minds at Carey!

To find out more about this opportunity, download the Position Description here. 
 

Carey Baptist Grammar School is committed to providing a safe environment for all students, acting in their best interests, promoting their wellbeing and keeping them safe at all times. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters surrounding us and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.