Be a part of dedicated and supportive Library Team at Newington College.Great professional development and learning opportunities.Modern and well-equipped Library with exceptional resources. About the Role
Newington College is seeking a passionate and experienced Teacher Librarian to join our Library Team on permanent full-time basis. The Teacher Librarian is a permanent full-time position with a commencement date as soon as possible. A teaching requirement within the Library will be expected of the successful candidate.
A Teacher Librarian at Newington supports and implements the vision of the College by building and facilitating effective information services and programs which contribute to the development of lifelong learners and critical thinkers. They combine curriculum knowledge and pedagogy with library and information management knowledge and skills to achieve this. A Teacher Librarian at Newington has an important role as a contributor to curriculum implementation, an information specialist, and an information manager.
The Newington Library is a well-managed, flexible, and welcoming space, where the Library team, teachers, students, and the broader Newington community can collaborate, pursue a shared love of learning, and be immersed in quality literature. The Library is the heart of the school- and contributes to a culture that is vibrant, caring, curious and courageous.
Further details about this position can be obtained by contacting Ms Linda Munns, Head of Library at ****** or (02) 9568 9333.
To view the position description, please copy and paste this link to your browser: https://www.newington.nsw.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-Teacher-Librarian-Position-Description.pdf
About You
We have deliberately not provided set and narrow selection criteria. However, it would be expected that the successful candidate will:
ideally hold ALIA accredited academic qualifications in teacher librarianship, for example, a Master of Education (Teacher Librarianship)be registered to teach in NSW and hold a valid WWCChave thorough knowledge of contemporary approaches to teaching and learninghave comprehensive knowledge of the NSW curriculademonstrate experiences in coordinating events and projectsunderstand the changing role and enduring value of librariesdemonstrate organisational and time management skillscommunicate clearly, personably, and effectively in a variety of settingsunderstand and adhere to the College's Child Safeguarding policies and practicescontribute to the continuous improvement of Child Safeguarding at Newington.About Newington College
Newington College is a school bustling with opportunity and rigour. We seek to educate students to think critically, stretch their learning and approach life with curiosity and open-mindedness.
The College is a busy, restless place where we constantly aim to be better. That aim applies to everyone who works here, from the grounds staff to the finance team to the people who work closely with our alumni. What else sets us apart? We strive to create a culture underpinned by care for our community – students, parents, staff, past students and those who live nearby – and by an appreciation of the importance of service. The College is supported by a strong sense of integrity: values like respect, honesty, fairness and responsibility are important to us. Collaboration isn't just a buzzword and we ensure the resources are available to make the most of every opportunity.
Newington College is, we think, a great place to work and for our students to learn. If our approach appeals to you – and if you think you could contribute to our strong existing foundations – we'd like to hear from you.
Further information about the College, its programs and its strategic plans is available on the College website: www.newington.nsw.edu.au
Newington's Commitment to Child Protection
The College is a 'Child Safe Organisation' committed to ensuring the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people at the College and is dedicated to protecting them from abuse and harm. All children and young people who come to Newington have a right to feel and be safe.
Successful applicants will be subject to employment screening processes with the Office of the Children's Guardian and will be required to provide a current Working with Children registration number. In addition, teaching staff will be expected to possess a current First Aid qualification.
To Apply:
To be considered, applicant must:
be eligible to work in Australia that means holding appropriate and current visa or be Australian citizensubmit their application in a PDF formatted document containing an updated resume and cover letter. The entire document should not exceed 6 pagesapply electronically via this SEEK page or Newington Career page: https://www.newington.nsw.edu.au/about-newington/careers/apply as soon as possible, as interviews may be conducted upon receipt of applications, not necessarily following the application closing date. Applications close on Friday 14 June 2024. #J-18808-Ljbffr
