Teacher Librarian (0.6 FTE) - Chatham Public School
Chatham Public School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Librarian to join our vibrant learning community in a 0.6 (part-time) capacity. As the school librarian, you will promote a love of reading and support literacy development across the school. You will be responsible for managing the library collection, supporting staff and students in accessing resources, and fostering a welcoming and engaging library environment. The role includes collaboration with teachers to enhance student learning through library programs.
About this job
Position Information
Chatham Public School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Librarian to join our vibrant learning community in a 0.6 (part-time) capacity. As the school librarian, you will promote a love of reading and support literacy development across the school. You will be responsible for managing the library collection, supporting staff and students in accessing resources, and fostering a welcoming and engaging library environment. The role includes collaboration with teachers to enhance student learning through library programs.
Specific Selection Criteria
Approval to teach K-6 and approval to teach primary library or currently undertaking or currently enrolled in Teacher Librarian qualifications approved by the NSW Department of Education with demonstrated capacity to promote critical and creative thinking and a love of literature.
Proven communication, interpersonal and organisational skills to work collaboratively and build authentic relationships across the school community.
Capacity to organise and manage a stimulating library learning environment, including understanding budget processes, technology use, and the organisation of library resources.
Ability to create and maintain a vibrant, inclusive and culturally responsive library environment to positively impact teaching and learning that is inclusive of Aboriginal Histories and Cultures and the diverse learning needs of all students.
Conditions
An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.
Special Notes
This is a permanent part time position for 3 days per week 0.6FTE (Full-time equivalent)
Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education's Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
If applicable, engagement will be temporary until successful completion of the Teacher Librarian qualifications as recognised by the NSW Department of Education which must be completed within 24 months.
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