Teacher Librarian - Cootamundra High School

NSW Department of Education; Cootamundra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cootamundra High School, part of the NSW Department of Education, invites applications for a Librarian/Teacher Librarian to lead our library as a vibrant learning hub. You will support literacy, numeracy and student engagement, work with staff on curriculum planning, and ensure an inclusive space for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and EAL/D learners.

Unconditional teaching approval is required.

Qualifications

• Approval to teach Library or currently undertaking or currently enrolled in Library qualifications approved by the NSW Department of Education.
• Well-developed skills in managing student behaviour, engagement and wellbeing, with a proven capacity to support students from diverse backgrounds.
• Capacity to lead and evolve a flexible, student-centred library space that serves as a vibrant learning hub supporting literacy, numeracy, promoting student readership, and the academic needs of learners in a future-focused environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with teaching staff on curriculum planning, implementation, assessment and the delivery of programs aligned with the teacher‑librarian role.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour management

Curriculum planning collaboration

Student-centred leadership

Education

Library teaching approval or in progress

Job description

Cootamundra High School is a vibrant rural comprehensive school serving 200 students, including 13% Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and 14% from EAL/D backgrounds. Situated on 4 hectares of Gudhamangdhuray Wiradjuri land, our well-equipped campus offers excellent indoor and outdoor learning spaces that support innovative teaching and learning. We are proud of our dedicated and diverse staff team, encompassing teachers at various career stages supported by strong middle leadership. Our school values of Respect, Responsibility, and Excellence underpin all we do, creating a welcoming and inclusive community where every student can thrive. At Cootamundra High School, we partner closely with families, local organisations, and community stakeholders to ensure high-quality educational outcomes. Our guiding mantra, ‘Teachers Teach, Students Learn, Be Kind,’ reflects our shared commitment to high expectations, strong relationships, and a culture of respect. This is a unique opportunity to join our awesome team and contribute to the continued growth and success of our school community.

About the NSW Department of Education

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people.

1. Approval to teach Library or currently undertaking or currently enrolled in Library qualifications approved by the NSW Department of Education.
2. Well-developed skills in managing student behaviour, engagement and wellbeing, with a proven capacity to support students from diverse backgrounds.
3. Capacity to lead and evolve a flexible, student-centred library space that serves as a vibrant learning hub supporting literacy, numeracy, promoting student readership, and the academic needs of learners in a future-focused environment.
4. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with teaching staff on curriculum planning, implementation, assessment and the delivery of programs aligned with the teacher‑librarian role.

An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement.

Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.