<p><strong>Inspire young minds and lead our vibrant library community at Catholic Regional College Sydenham, where every student’s pathway is nurtured with purpose. Join us as Teacher Librarian / Head of Library and bring learning to life in a collaborative, faith-driven environment.</strong></p><p>Catholic Regional College Sydenham was founded in 1982 as a Catholic senior school for students in the West of Melbourne. It is the largest of its kind in Victoria, specialising in VCE, VCAL and VET studies.</p><p>The school is a part of the Catholic Regional College Federation of schools encompassing 7-10 Colleges at St Albans, North Keilor and Caroline Springs. </p><p>A student’s destination or chosen pathway is the most important aspect of education at Catholic Regional College Sydenham. We cater to those wishing to undertake a higher education degree, complete a TAFE certificate, and participate in an apprenticeship and those looking to transition into full time work. The motto — “Every Student Every Pathway” is what the school strives to achieve in ensuring that pathways and goals are achieved. Our dedicated, experienced and highly skilled student services and careers team are the crucial link in ensuring student success.</p><p>Catholic Regional College Sydenham is a community dedicated to educating the whole person. We work in partnership with parents to develop young men and women who are open to growth, committed to their faith and social justice, and who are religiously and intellectually competent. When our students and graduates demonstrate these characteristics, practicing them in their daily lives, the school community can be proud in the knowledge that it has served them well.</p><p>What teachers believe, know and do in partnership with students, colleagues, parents, the wider community and local Parishes, enables the College to provide for the spiritual, physical, intellectual, emotional, and social needs of students. In the context of the Mission Statement, policies and procedures of the College, teachers are accountable to the Principal for academic, pastoral, professional, developmental and administrative responsibilities.</p><p>The Teacher Librarian will be the Head of Library and the Learning Common (Library space) and will have an allotment within the Languages department. The purpose of the position of Teacher Librarian is to collaborate with the Learning Area Convenors and teaching staff to deliver a high quality, and inclusive service to our library users. The Teacher Librarian leads, engages and collaborates with library support staff.<br />As the leader of the library team, the Teacher Librarian ensures a responsive, supportive library service that enhances our learning and teaching programs. The Teacher Librarian works to establish a resource-based learning program in which the students are actively involved in their own learning. This position emphasises the development of reading and information literacy skills across all year levels and curriculum areas, fostering a collaborative teaching approach. Through the careful selection of a range of print and digital resources, the Teacher Librarian cultivates a dynamic, welcoming library environment aligned with the College’s educational outcomes and values.</p><p>Successful applicants will be able to fulfil the following Requirements:</p><ul><li>Must hold a current VIT registration as well as the relevant tertiary qualifications;</li><li>Must comply with the MACS Staff Code of Conduct, CRC Sydenham Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct; and</li><li>Have a willingness to work closely and collaboratively with parents, staff, and other professionals to support the learning and wellbeing of students.</li></ul><p>Catholic Regional College Sydenham is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees will be required to comply with the College&#39;s child safe policy and code of conduct.</p><p>Salary will be based on the CEMEA 2022. The level and subdivision of the successful candidate will be negotiated based on experience, qualifications and previous industry experience.</p><p>Interviews of candidates may occur prior to the advertised close date, as applications will be reviewed as they are received. </p>