Head of Library Information Centre - Toronto, Canada - Havergal College

Description

We seek an individual inspired by our mission,whose beliefs align with our core values of integrity, compassion, inquiry, andcourage, and who reflects our core competencies to join our Upper School asthe Headof Library Information Centre . This is a full-timeposition starting in September 2024.

WhyTeach with Us

At Havergal College, we believe that our strength lies in ourfaculty and staff's collective efforts, talents, and accomplishments. Together,we can make a positive and lasting impact on our students' lives.

We offer a highly competitive compensation package for teachers,including a faculty teaching grid that is well above the major urban schoolboards; contributions to and participation in the Ontario Teachers' PensionPlan and/or Group RSP; generous holidays that allow employees to recharge;comprehensive health and dental benefits; support for professional developmentincluding support for graduate work, additional qualifications (AQs),faculty-wide and individual professional development in teaching and learning,wellbeing, equity and inclusion, assessment, and experiential education; andteaching on a beautiful 22-acre campus with excellent facilities.

Why Havergal is the Place to Be

Founded in 1894 and located on abeautiful 22-acre campus in midtown Toronto, Canada, Havergal College is one ofCanada's pre-eminent independent schools for girls from Junior Kindergartenthrough Grade 12. At Havergal College, we believe great schools are made up of great people. Witha rich history spanning over 130 years, we are committed to offering acontemporary liberal arts education rooted in the Anglican tradition.Ourmission is to prepare young women to make a difference. Through our outstandingacademic and co-curricular programs and a cohesive and collegial team offaculty and administration staff, we nurture a culture of capability thatfosters self-confidence, leadership, critical thinking and global-mindednesswithin our students.

We take pride in attracting and retaininghighly qualified faculty and administration staff to ensure our school remainsat the forefront of educational excellence. Join us in this transformativeeducation journey, working together to empower young women to make a positivedifference in our world.

We arecommitted to building a diverseandinclusive workplace.We believe that an inclusive environment fosters aculture of mutual respect, creativity and innovation, collaboration andaccountability. To this end, we encourage applications from all qualifiedcandidates with diverse experiences and perspectives, including women, BIPOC(Black, Indigenous and People of Colour) peoples, LGBTQ2S+, and persons withdisabilities to join our thriving team. We seek candidates committed tonurturing a community where integrity, compassion, inquiry and couragethrive.

The Position:

TheHead of Library Information Centre is responsible for developing, implementing,and managing library programs, services and resources that support the JK-12curriculum, enhance information literacy skill building and foster a readingculture.

As the Head of Library Information Centre, you will workcollaboratively with the Upper School Department Heads and the Administrationto set and shape department direction, philosophy and goals aligned to theschool's mission, vision, values and strategic plan. You are creative,innovative, open to the ideas of others and inspire with vision. You haveproven leadership skills in long-term program planning, teaching informationliteracy and research skills, and supporting inquiry andinterdisciplinary/transdisciplinary teaching and learning methodologies. Youare responsible for supervising the library and archives staff, including theJunior School Librarian, Library Technician and College Archivist. You willalso manage the library department budget and department resources, includingonline library resources and services such as the library website and librarymanagement system.

As anexperienced librarian, you willbe well-positioned to work with faculty, students and other strategicstakeholders to support the development of new programming , to evolve your practice and to support the learning ofothers through creative collaboration and facilitating access tohigh-quality resources. You will demonstrateflexibility, enthusiasm and a willingness to work in a rapidly changingenvironment. You are open to exploring best practice and drawing on theHavergal context to take an innovative and creative approach to the evolutionof the library program and services. All faculty are expected, as part of their role, to participate actively in the lifeof the school beyond the classroom , includingcontributions as coaches and facilitators in the arts, athletics, clubs,community life and experiential and global education programs.

SpecificAccountabilities:

Develop and maintain an up-to-date and diversecollection of print and digital resources relevant to the curriculum andteaching and learning at Havergal, and to the personal interests of students;

• Collaboratewith faculty to integrate and teach research and information literacy skillsacross all subject areas;
• Collaboratewith faculty to design and implement engaging inquiry learning opportunitiesthat integrate multiple literacies and foster critical thinking;
• Developonline library content (LibGuides) to support teaching and learning, andcollaborate with faculty to integrate online tools into a blended learningenvironment;
• Promotereading for understanding, enjoyment and personal growth;
• Create aninclusive and welcoming library environment and manage the library's physicalspace
• Createdisplays to showcase resources and highlight important events/commemorations
• Managelibrary invoicing, library department budgets, and library scheduling
• Manage UpperSchool circulation
• Manage dutiesof library department staff JK-12

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

• Relevantuniversity qualifications preferably at the graduate level (Bachelor ofEducation plus Librarianship Part 3 (AQ) or a Master of Library and InformationStudies);
• Certificationfrom the Ontario College of Teachers and be a member in 'Good Standing'; or itsequivalent is an asset
• A minimum of5 years exemplary teaching experience in an academic, secondary school(Independent school experience is an asset or similar experience working as alibrarian in an academic setting).
• Leadershipexperience in an educational setting an asset
• Knowledge ofcurrent educational practices;
• Knowledge ofthe current research on girls and learning;
• Knowledge ofresearch and inquiry processes and methodologies
• Ability tocollaborate with faculty to effectively plan and implement interdisciplinaryunits that support student learning, engagement and success;
• Knowledge ofinstructional technology and ability to explore, test and iterate features ofthe Learning Management System.

Demonstrated ability and commitment tothe Core & Leadership Competencies of;

• Inclusive Excellence
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Integrity & Trust
• Learning Agility
• Communication
• Growth Mindset
• Coach & Develop Others
• Managerial Courage
• Champion Change &Innovation
• Purpose Alignment &Results

Allqualified candidates are encouraged to apply and express their interest no later than April 26, 2024 .

Havergal College thanks all applicants inadvance.Only those candidatesselected for an interview will be contacted. Havergal College is an equalopportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-freerecruitment and selection process, and work environment in accordance with theAccessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to workwith applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiringprocess.If you require accommodations, please contact Cathy LeBlanc at ext. 6526 or by email at accessibility .

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