Learning Commons, Media & Research Leader (Grades 6–12)

Position Overview

The Learning Commons, Media & Research Leader plays a pivotal role in transforming the library into a vibrant hub of inquiry, literacy, media fluency, and global connection. This individual empowers both students and faculty to thrive as curious thinkers, resilient learners, collaborative leaders, purpose-driven citizens, and global navigators. Collaborating closely with school leadership, this leader curates resources, designs engaging learning experiences, and fosters a culture that promotes curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and a sense of belonging.

Key Responsibilities

• Literacy, Media & Reading Culture:
  • Inspire a love of reading through diverse, inclusive, multilingual resources.
  • Celebrate global perspectives and affirm cultural identity via literature and media.
  • Lead campaigns, author visits, book clubs, and events to strengthen a community-wide reading culture.
• Research, Inquiry & Information Literacy:
  • Teach essential research skills, media analysis, academic integrity, AI literacy, and digital citizenship.
  • Guide students through key IB projects and inquiry-driven work across grades 6–12.
  • Collaborate with faculty to align inquiry and research skills curricula across disciplines.
  • Ensure equitable access to resources fostering ethical engagement with information.
• Learning Commons Leadership:
  • Reimagine the Learning Commons as an open, inclusive environment for exploration, collaboration, and creative production.
  • Curate and manage a dynamic collection of print, digital, and multimedia resources aligned with curricula.
  • Partner with IT and Innovation teams to integrate makerspaces and digital platforms into student learning.
• Faculty Partnership & Professional Learning:
  • Co-design and co-teach units embedding literacy, inquiry, and research.
  • Provide coaching and workshops on innovative approaches to literacy and technology integration.
  • Contribute to curriculum committees, ensuring alignment with the Portrait of a Learner attributes.
• Management & Administration:
  • Supervise and mentor library/media assistants to ensure effective operations.
  • Manage the Learning Commons budget, balancing innovation with sustainability.
  • Ensure compliance with copyright and ethical use of resources.
  • Develop procedures to maintain an efficient and inclusive Learning Commons.
• Strategic Vision & Advocacy:
  • Position the Learning Commons as a hub of inquiry, creativity, multilingualism, and global citizenship.
  • Lead initiatives that promote 21st-century skills: critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity.
  • Build partnerships with universities and organizations to expand student opportunities.
  • Stay current with trends in educational technology and media literacy to bring innovative ideas into practice.

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in Library & Information Science, Education, Media Studies, or a related field.
• Teaching certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience in secondary education; IB experience is highly desirable.
• Expertise in adolescent literacy, media research pedagogy, and information literacy practices.
• Proven success in leading innovation and collaboration across disciplines.

Personal Attributes

• A passionate advocate for inquiry, literacy, multilingualism, and global education.
• Inclusive and culturally responsive, committed to supporting diverse learners.
• Visionary and innovative in redefining the role of the library.
• A skilled communicator and collaborator with the ability to effect change across teams.
• A champion of the Portrait of a Learner attributes and the school’s mission.

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

For more information, please visit our school's employment page.