Aquinas College is a K-12 Catholic School in the Edmund Rice Tradition servicing in excess of 1,300 local, country and international boys. Aquinas College has a rich history within Western Australia education and a reputation of producing outstanding young men.We are seeking a passionate and innovative Teacher Librarian to join the College in Term 1 2025.This role will see you working as part of an inclusive, supportive and high performing team lead by the Director of Learning Centre.You will work collaboratively with Secondary teaching staff to develop learning programs that support and facilitate students’ development of effective and efficient reading and information literacy skills. We seek to support and enhance a balanced and enriched life by encouraging meaningful use of leisure time through the provision of literature and recreational information texts. This is a permanent, part-time (0.2 FTE) role, commencing at the beginning of Term 1 2025 or as soon after as possible.The successful applications will:Hold a tertiary qualification specific to the specialist area ofHold a current Teachers Registration Board (TRB)Hold a current Working with Children CheckHave or be prepared to obtain Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic school, or equivalent; andHave or be prepared to undertake Mandatory ReportingSelection CriteriaTo be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following:Active support for the Edmund Rice Charism, Edmund Rice schooling, Catholic ethos and the College Mission;Delivery of an educational vision and purpose consistent with College Mission;A comprehensive understanding of current educational matters, including Australian Curriculum and WACE courses;Experience delivering education content with a commitment to teaching excellence;Outstanding classroom practice and comprehensive experience using ICT in the classroom;Experience in or knowledge of boys’ educational philosophies;Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling harmonious and positive relationships;Strong communication, organisation and time management skills;Experience working with children;A demonstrated understanding of child safety;A demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children;Familiarity with legal obligations relating to child safety including mandatory reporting requirements; andDemonstrate suitability to engage in child-connectedEmployment Conditions and Benefits:Aquinas College provides a supportive, inclusive, stimulating and spiritual work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence, in a beautiful setting overlooking the Canning River. The employment terms and conditions are governed by the WA Catholic Schools Teachers Enterprise Agreement 2023.Your application must include:Cover letter: Stating your interest in, and suitability for, the advertised position and why you would like to work at Aquinas College (Maximum 2 Pages)Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae: Outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions. Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees.  It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager.  Applications Close: 8am Friday 24 January 2025 The College reserves the right to appoint a candidate before Applications CloseAquinas College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people and has zero tolerance of any abuse of children. All applicants will be subject to Aquinas College and legislative screening procedures and checks as a condition of employment. Aquinas College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Teacher Librarian

Aquinas College is a K-12 Catholic School in the Edmund Rice Tradition servicing in excess of 1,300 local, country and international boys. Aquinas College has a rich history within Western Australia education and a reputation of producing outstanding young men.

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Teacher Librarian to join the College in Term 1 2025.

This role will see you working as part of an inclusive, supportive and high performing team lead by the Director of Learning Centre.

You will work collaboratively with Secondary teaching staff to develop learning programs that support and facilitate students’ development of effective and efficient reading and information literacy skills. We seek to support and enhance a balanced and enriched life by encouraging meaningful use of leisure time through the provision of literature and recreational information texts. 

This is a permanent, part-time (0.2 FTE) role, commencing at the beginning of Term 1 2025 or as soon after as possible.

The successful applications will:

  • Hold a tertiary qualification specific to the specialist area of
  • Hold a current Teachers Registration Board (TRB)
  • Hold a current Working with Children Check
  • Have or be prepared to obtain Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic school, or equivalent; and
  • Have or be prepared to undertake Mandatory Reporting

Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following:

  • Active support for the Edmund Rice Charism, Edmund Rice schooling, Catholic ethos and the College Mission;
  • Delivery of an educational vision and purpose consistent with College Mission;
  • A comprehensive understanding of current educational matters, including Australian Curriculum and WACE courses;
  • Experience delivering education content with a commitment to teaching excellence;
  • Outstanding classroom practice and comprehensive experience using ICT in the classroom;
  • Experience in or knowledge of boys’ educational philosophies;
  • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling harmonious and positive relationships;
  • Strong communication, organisation and time management skills;
  • Experience working with children;
  • A demonstrated understanding of child safety;
  • A demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children;
  • Familiarity with legal obligations relating to child safety including mandatory reporting requirements; and
  • Demonstrate suitability to engage in child-connected

Employment Conditions and Benefits:

Aquinas College provides a supportive, inclusive, stimulating and spiritual work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence, in a beautiful setting overlooking the Canning River. The employment terms and conditions are governed by the WA Catholic Schools Teachers Enterprise Agreement 2023.

Your application must include:

  1. Cover letter: Stating your interest in, and suitability for, the advertised position and why you would like to work at Aquinas College (Maximum 2 Pages)
  2. Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae: Outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions. 
  3. Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees.  It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. 

 

Applications Close: 8am Friday 24 January 2025

 

The College reserves the right to appoint a candidate before Applications Close

Aquinas College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people and has zero tolerance of any abuse of children. All applicants will be subject to Aquinas College and legislative screening procedures and checks as a condition of employment.

 

Aquinas College is an Equal Opportunity Employer