Head of Library Information Centre | |
| Job ID | 37-D4-BC-2C-75-74 |
| Company | Havergal College |
| Location | Toronto |
| Province | Ontario |
| Date Posted | 2024-04-09 |
| Posted Until | 2024-05-09 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Education |
| Description | |
| We are seeking an individual who is inspired by our mission and whose beliefs align with our core values of integrity, compassion, inquiry and courage, and reflects our core competencies to join our Upper School as the Head of Library Information Centre. This is a full-time position starting in September 2024. Why Teach with Us Havergal College is a wonderful place to teach. We offer a highly competitive compensation package for teachers, including participation in the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan and support for professional development. Why Havergal is the Place to Be Founded in 1894 and located on a beautiful 22-acre campus in midtown Toronto, Canada, Havergal College is one of Canada's pre-eminent independent schools for girls from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. At Havergal College, we believe great schools are made up of great people. With a rich history spanning over 130 years, we are committed to offering a contemporary liberal arts education which is rooted in the Anglican tradition. Our mission is to prepare young women to make a difference. Through our outstanding academic and cocurricular programs, and a cohesive and collegial team of faculty and administration staff, we nurture a culture of capability that fosters self-confidence, leadership, critical thinking and global-mindedness within our students. We take pride in attracting and retaining highly qualified faculty and administration staff to ensure our school remains at the forefront of educational excellence. Join us in this transformative education journey, working together to empower young women to make a positive difference in our world. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. We believe that an inclusive environment fosters a culture of mutual respect, creativity and innovation, collaboration and accountability. To this end, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates with diverse experiences and perspectives, including women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Colour) peoples, LGBTQ2S+, and persons with disabilities to join our thriving team. We seek candidates committed to nurturing a community where integrity, compassion, inquiry and courage thrive. The Position: The Head of Library Information Centre is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing library programs, services and resources that support the JK-12 curriculum, enhance information literacy skill building and foster a reading culture. As the Head of Library Information Centre, you will work collaboratively with the Upper School Department Heads and the Administration to set and shape department direction, philosophy and goals aligned to the school's mission, vision, values and strategic plan. You are creative, innovative, open to the ideas of others and inspire with vision. You have proven leadership skills in long-term program planning, teaching information literacy and research skills, and supporting inquiry and interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary teaching and learning methodologies. You are responsible for supervising the library and archives staff, including the Junior School Librarian, Library Technician and College Archivist. You will also manage the library department budget and department resources, including online library resources and services such as the library website and library management system. As an experienced librarian, you will be well-positioned to work with faculty, students and other strategic stakeholders to support the development of new programming, to evolve your practice and to support the learning of others through creative collaboration and facilitating access to high-quality resources. You will demonstrate flexibility, enthusiasm and a willingness to work in a rapidly changing environment. You are open to exploring best practice and drawing on the Havergal context to take an innovative and creative approach to the evolution of the library program and services. All faculty are expected, as part of their role, to participate actively in the life of the school beyond the classroom, including contributions as coaches and facilitators in the arts, athletics, clubs, community life and experiential and global education programs. | |
| Languages | English |
| How To Apply | Click "Apply Now" To learn more about this opportunity, the expectations, qualification requirements and How To Apply please visit our website at www.havergal.on.ca All qualified candidates are encouraged to express their interest no later than April 26, 2024. We thank all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Havergal College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Cathy LeBlanc at 416-483-3519 ext. 6526 or by email at accessibility@havergal.on.ca. |
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