Learning Commons (Library) Co-ordinator

CIS Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Toronto seeks a Learning Commons (Library) Co-ordinator to manage daily operations and promote literacy among students. This role involves supporting research and technology use, organizing events, and collaborating with faculty. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree and a background in library studies. The position includes competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Pension plan with up to 8% match

Daily lunch provided

Access to on-site fitness center

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of reading materials suitable for Middle and Senior School students.
• Proficiency with online library databases and digital resources.
• Interest in emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Learning Commons (Library).
• Promote information literacy and digital citizenship.
• Assist students with technology troubleshooting.

Skills

Reading materials knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Familiarity with library systems

Education

Undergraduate degree in a related discipline

Library Technician Program graduate

Tools

Online library databases

Library OPACs

Job description

Learning Commons (Library) Co-ordinator

Full-Time Permanent

Salary: $58,000 - $62,000

For over years, The Bishop Strachan School has been a beacon of empowerment, shaping talented girls into fearless women ready to conquer the world with intellectual curiosity, agility, and compassion.

Are you passionate about reading and providing a student-centered, dynamic, and innovative approach to learning? Then we have the opportunity for you as our Learning Commons Coordinator! Our Learning Commons (Library) encourages students to become lifelong learners. We promote literacy in all its forms and nurture reading and thinking to foster both self-knowledge and global awareness.

The Learning Commons Co-ordinator oversees the daily operations of the Learning Commons (Library), focusing on creating a welcoming environment conducive to learning. They collaborate with community members to co-create resource guides and recommend resource materials for classes, affinity groups, and councils. Working with other Learning Commons staff, they identify necessary information technology competencies and information literacy skills, integrating these into the curriculum with faculty.

What You’ll Do :

• Promote information literacy and digital citizenship in all interactions
• Support students in developing research skills, advising on resource selection, and demonstrating search strategies for databases, eBooks, the ILS (Destiny), and internet resources
• Assist students with troubleshooting technology and using academic resources for homework and projects
• Provide patron assistance to students, staff, and faculty
• Offer reader’s advisory and promote recreational reading through displays, collections, and reading programs
• Organize and host LC events supporting literacy, innovation, and community
• Oversee the physical LC space, collaborating with faculty and students on displays and events
• Participate in selection, ordering, and coordination of resources
• Maintain and update the library website
• Manage processing of materials, inventory, weeding, and cataloging

Who You Are :

• Undergraduate degree in a related discipline
• Graduate of a Library Technician Program
• Strong knowledge of reading materials suitable for Middle and Senior School students
• Proficiency with online library databases and digital resources
• Interest in emerging technologies
• Familiarity with library OPACs, automation, and ILA modules
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working with staff and students
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Physical ability to perform shelving duties

Why Work at BSS?

We value trust, integrity, collaboration, flexibility, initiative, community focus, and strong communication skills. Our employees are lifelong learners applying these in all aspects of the school environment.

Our benefits include:

• Extensive health and dental coverage
• Robust pension plan with up to 8% match
• Daily lunch provided
• Access to on-site fitness center
• Professional development opportunities
• Being part of a vibrant community

BSS Values Diversity

We foster an inclusive, diverse, and respectful environment, believing that diversity enriches our community. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should visit our Apply Now page.

We are committed to accessibility and an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. Please contact our HR Admin at [contact info], ext. [ext], or via email at [email] for accommodations. All information related to accommodations will be kept confidential.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.