Part-time Learning Commons Facilitator

2 months ago


Cochrane, Canada Rocky View Schools Full time
Part-time Learning Commons Facilitator - RancheView 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 Tsuut’ina, 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 continuing, part-time (17.5 hrs/wk) Learning Commons Facilitator position at RancheView School, starting immediately. RancheView School, located in the Town of Cochrane, serves students from grades K-8 including the Pre-Kindergarten program. Information regarding this school may be found at .

The Learning Commons Facilitator (LCF) facilitates traditional and digital resources for students and staff,

in an inclusive, leaner-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 school’s 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 school’s 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 minimal

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/education as required by the position

The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment

Rocky View Schools Benefits

6% vacation pay

Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental, Wellness/Health Care Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)

Professional development and training opportunities

Free parking

Open to: Internal and external applicants

Salary: $24.92 - $30.25 per hour

How to Apply

We request all applications be placed through tions must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.

Quote Job Code: #3841383

Closing Date: This posting is ongoing until a suitable candidate is found.

Rocky View Schools

Human Resources

careers/current_opportunities

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.



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