Temporary Part-time Learning Commons Facilitator

Temporary Part-time Learning Commons Facilitator - Discover Trails Online School Company Overview As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 28,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed. RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District. Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.
The Opportunity Rocky View Schools invites applications for a temporary, part-time (6hrs/wk) Learning Commons Facilitator position at Discover Trails Online School, starting immediately until June 27, 2025. Discovery Trails Online School is located in the City of Airdrie, and is home to students from grades 1-9. For more information regarding this school, please visit their website at hhttps://discoverytrails.rockyview.ab.ca/. The Learning Commons Facilitator (LCF) facilitates traditional and digital resources for students and staff, in an inclusive, learner-centered environment that encourages collaboration, independent inquiry, creativity, and positive engagement.
The LCF will enable access to relevant materials in multiple formats, supply program and technology support, deliver research assistance, and promote multiple literacies, in alignment with school goals and Rocky View Schools (RVS) Education Plan. The incumbent is to provide expertise in records management strategy and protocol. This position is open to those support staff who are on a continuing assignment. Responsibilities Promote multiple-literacies through instruction with a variety of resources in a Learning Commons (LC) environment (i.e., digital information workshops, CORE, online collections, displays and community resources Plans, schedules, coordinates, oversees and provides Learning Commons services Oversees students in the Learning Commons, in conjunction with teaching staff Circulates Learning Commons material Familiarizes staff and students to the structure of the Learning Commons and its functions Responds to reference questions Orders and processes Learning Commons materials and Conducts an annual inventory of Learning Commons materials Coordinates inter-Learning Commons loans and audio-visual bookings Monitors and coordinators volunteers to support the learning commons Prepares Learning Commons displays Attends Division sponsored in-service sessions Promotes multiple literacies and recommends instructional materials to support curricula and assist teachers in the evaluation, selection, and use of materials Coordinates the selection, ordering, circulation, and inventory of Learning Commons/media materials in order to develop a Learning Commons collection that supports the schools curriculum and content standards Designs an accessible, efficient, and inviting Learning Commons space for student learning Manages the online Learning Commons database including all functions related to cataloguing, circulation, patrons, reporting, and local administration Provides support in the use of emerging technology in learning and critical thinking Develops and maintains the schools Learning Commons webpage in accordance with RVS site policies In consultation with school administration, manages the Learning Commons budget Manages/hosts book sales, and other literary events Education/Experience Diploma or degree in Library Information Technology program or related field Minimum 1-year related experience working in a Learning Commons or resource centre Previous experience working in a school division environment is considered an asset An equivalent combination of Education and Experience may be considered Knowledge and Skills: Proficient knowledge of Learning Commons practices and skills with the ability to incorporate technology into performance and procedures Familiarity with audio-visual equipment, computer technology and applications used in Learning Commons environments Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with mínimal supervision Proven ability to establish collaborative working relationships with students, staff and families, Strong verbal and written communication skills Possesses strong organizational, time management, and attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications Pre-Employment Requirements In order to be selected as a candidate for an interview, candidates must submit proof of qualifications/educati