Teacher Librarian (7-12) — Sydney, Sydney Region
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Introduction Since 1887, Kambala has played a pivotal role in shaping the lives of girls, from their earliest years to their final exams and well beyond. We are fiercely proud to be a girls’ school that values an education specifically for girls. We are specialists in uplifting young women: every aspect of our teaching and learning is tailored for them, and every program for wellbeing, health development, leadership and learning caters to their specific needs. Our purpose is to instill unwavering courage and curiosity to educate young women of ambition, integrity and consequence. To us, every student is remarkable in the making. Description The role: Teacher Librarian (7-12). Permanent Part Time 0.6 (3 days per week, Mon-Wed). Commences Term 1, 2025. In collaboration with other Library staff, designs and delivers the Drop Everything and Read program for Years 7-10. Works closely with subject teachers to deliver timetabled Information Literacy lessons. Provides support to the Head of Library in facilitating International Baccalaureate Extended Essay work. The ideal candidate: NESA-qualified to teach in NSW. Additional Library-specific qualifications (or equivalent experience). Demonstrated expertise in referencing and research methodologies. Familiarity with IB Extended Essays desirable (but not essential). Strives for excellence, both academic and pastoral. Is a collaborative, contemporary, and forward-thinking educator. Establishes safe and supportive environments for our students. Actively participates in the life of the School, always promoting our ethos, vision, and values. We offer: A particularly strong school 'reading culture' - a Librarian's dream Competitive, above-agreement rates of pay. Staff shuttle bus to and from Edgecliff Station. Advanced professional learning facilitated by KITE - the Kambala Institute of Teaching Excellence. Daily hot & cold lunch menu at a nominal fee. Access to pool, gym, and other school facilities. Discounted tuition fees for children of permanent staff, and priority placement in Hampshire House, our Early Learning Centre (6months-4yrs). A diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is listened to, valued, and free to be their authentic self. NB - Saturday sport is not a requirement of this role. Skills And Experiences If you are passionate about literacy and literature and are excited at the prospect of joining a supportive, close-knit, and welcoming team committed to a future-focused education, we look forward to receiving your application directly via this platform. Please include an updated CV and a brief covering note that speaks to your interest in this position and why you are moving on from your current role. NB - if you have additional expertise/experience in a secondary subject area, please let us know. Learn more about our School and visit us on LinkedIn Shortlisting will occur immediately so if you are keen to apply, do so as a priority. Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. No Agency referrals will be accepted for this role. In accordance with Child Protection legislation, all employees of Kambala must maintain a valid Working With Children Check. Through implementing the NSW Child Safe Standards, Kambala commits to the development of work systems, practices, policies, and procedures that promote child protection, safety, and wellbeing within our school.

Applications close Sunday, 13 October 2024
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