Teacher Librarian

**Graduates encouraged to apply**:

- **Part Time | Fixed Term**:

- **One day per week**:

- **Teacher Librarian**:

- **Commencing As Soon As Possible**:

- **$78,490 - $113,045 per annum + Super** (commensurate with experience)

**Why Work for Brisbane Catholic Education - Stronger connections today | Inspired people tomorrow**

With a focus on educating the whole person at the heart of Catholic Education, you will inspire and empower our young people to flourish academically, personally, and spiritually, transforming young lives. You will belong to a unique school community where our Catholic values are the corner stone for stronger connections between our student, parent, and teaching communities.

At BCE we are committed to pursuing excellence and equity in the education of our young people so that they may become confident and creative individuals, successful lifelong learners, and active and informed members of the community.

With 146 schools and growing each year, joining our community you’ll have room to move across a variety of teaching environments from the Brisbane metropolitan area to beach or bush.

It’s our unique culture of collaboration that sets us apart and is the pivotal element that enables you to enjoy a rewarding career and make the best impact on our young people. As a teacher with BCE, you’ll have access to a range of great benefits that support you and your career.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated and dedicated Teacher Librarian to join our vibrant school community. This is a fixed term, part time position within a collaborative team of educators working in our Library.

**In this role, you will be expected to**:

- Prepare and deliver effective information literacy lessons in accordance with the BCE syllabus requirements,
- Design lessons in a way that excites students and instils a deep appreciation of literature and reading,
- Plan collaboratively to support classroom teachers,
- Promote the library as a community hub,
- Organise library-based events, including Book Week, Reader's Cup, Writing Club and Book Club
- Foster the spirit of inquiry in an environment supportive of a diversity of learners and learning styles, and
- Effectively manage the library and information resources and services for the school community.

**To be successful in this role, you will be able to meet the following criteria**:

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills,
- Proven organisational skills,
- A clear understanding of the Australian Curriculum,
- An ability to work in partnership with colleagues, students and parents/carers,
- Attend in detail to innovative and creative practices,
- An ability to identify and cater for different learning styles and
- Competent at integrating digital technology into a contemporary learning environment.

Please attach a cover letter addressing the criteria to your resume.

At BCE our teachers are required to:

- Hold a current Queensland College of Teachers registration; and
- Be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.

**Do I have to be Catholic?**
All BCE teachers must have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education. Our teachers who teach Religious Education are required to be Catholic and attain Accreditation to teach Religion in a Catholic school. If this role does not require you to teach Religious Education, you do not need to be Catholic.

At BCE equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

**_Graduates are encouraged to apply_**

**About Us**:
St Finbarr's Catholic Primary School is located in the Brisbane suburb of Ashgrove and is an educational ministry of the Jubilee Catholic Parish. With an enrolment of 150+ students, the school provides a broad and inclusive curriculum which not only promotes the basics but also offers opportunities for the diverse range of interests and abilities of our student body. Most importantly students experience a curriculum that engages them in the process of life-long learning.
**Explore**
**our school website**
**to learn more about us.**

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**Working at BCE our teachers are required to**:

- hold current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
- be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
- have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education
- Estimated Start Date:
**Commencing as soon as possible**
- Employment Tenure:
**Part Time | Fixed Term**
- Tenure Duration (if "Fixed Term"):
**Remainder 2023 School Year**
- If Part Time, hours and/or days required:
**The position is one day per week.**
- Employment Conditions:
**Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement**

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**Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertis