Teacher Librarian | Full-time Permanent

3 days ago

Canberra, Australia Australian Capital Territory Full time

Details: Strathnairn School is a new ACT public school opening in 2026, located on Ngunnawal land in the heart of the Ginninderry region. Designed to be inclusive, sustainable, and community focused, the school will initially welcome students from preschool to Year 2, growing to cater for students through to Year 6 in subsequent years. At full capacity the school could cater for up to 780 Preschool to Year 6 students, with an additional Early Childhood Education & Care (ECEC) service catering for a further 130 children.

Our vision is to create a vibrant learning community where children, families, educators, and the broader community connect, collaborate, and thrive. Strathnairn School will be a place where curiosity is nurtured, diversity is celebrated, and every child is known, valued, and inspired to learn. We are recruiting passionate and experienced leaders and educators to help shape our foundational practices and culture from the ground up.

In this foundational role, the Teacher Librarian will lead the creation of a safe, inclusive, and inspiring library space that invites students, staff, and families to engage in a shared love of reading and storytelling. They will establish the systems, resources, and routines of a new library from the ground up, curating diverse and culturally responsive collections, embedding literacy-rich experiences across the school, and fostering a welcoming environment where every child feels seen and every family feels connected. The library will be a vibrant hub for learning, imagination, and community.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

Applicants must have a recognised teaching qualification along with a recognised teacher librarian qualification or be currently enrolled in a course to attain this qualification.

Mandatory:

- A minimum of four years full time (or equivalent) tertiary study leading to the award of a recognised school teaching qualification
- Must hold a valid ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
- Create a safe and welcoming library environment for all ages
- Build, manage and develop the library collection
- Develop a strong culture of reading
- Support teachers to resource and collaboratively plan for learning
- Engage with the school community on a range of events and activities
- Undertake an appropriate teaching load for the role
- Undertake other duties commensurate with a teacher's roles and responsibilities.

Notes:

Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

How to apply:

Please submit a written response to the Selection Criteria (max three pages) along with a two-page curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

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