Teacher Librarian

About Fraser Academy:

Fraser Academy (FA) is an independent school in Kitsilano, Vancouver, BC serving students in Gr. 1-12 with dyslexia and language-based learning differences through day and outreach programs. We serve a gap in the system where approximately 20% of the student population is under-served by mainstream education. The ripple impact of our programming also adds great social value. While our student population has skills and strengths which are in demand in the 21st century, it can also be vulnerable to mental health, substance abuse, higher drop-out rates, and other risks when not supported.

We are proud to be at the forefront of educational practices, providing a learner-centric environment with the most effective research-based methods to optimize personalized learning, cognitive, social and emotional development, and post-secondary opportunities setting our students up for a successful life. For more information please visit us at www.fraseracademy.ca.

Position: Teacher Librarian

Position Type: Permanent, Full Time

Reports to: Director, Academics & Curriculum

Job Summary

As a Teacher Librarian,  you will play an important role in supporting our dyslexic students not only to learn to read, but to love reading. Alongside this, librarians are incredibly valuable in helping build writing skills and research skills, including critical, creative and collaborative thinking throughout the school. You will work with a collaborative, dynamic team of educators and staff who are passionate about the success of all learners. This role requires someone who can adapt and adjust their teaching to meet the diverse needs of each learner and is passionate about student success. Excellent instructional practice, strong thoughtful curation of literature, and a strong knowledge of research skills are required for this role.

Opportunities

• Belong to and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals
• Continue professional growth and learning through a variety of development opportunities
• Participate in field trips, outdoor education trips, athletics, clubs, and leadership development

Responsibilities

• Manage the organization, filing and borrowing of library materials
• Curate and support purchasing of library materials that support our core mission
• Design and implement lessons on research and writing skills that build core competencies and support growth in executive functioning and cognitive processing using in-school programs (training provided)
• Participate in co-curricular and extracurricular activities that enhance students’ experiences at school
• Supervise the study hall time, which is centered in the library
• Work within our learning services department by providing Orton-Gillingham tutoring for students up to 2 blocks per day

Competencies

• Provides a dynamic, innovative, adaptive and enthusiastic learning experience to students
• Thrives in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
• Strong organizational, time management skills
• An active commitment to ongoing professional growth and development
• Exemplary communication in English (oral and written) and interpersonal skills (students, colleagues, parents)
• Passion for continuous improvement

Requirements

• Degree in Library studies
• 2+ years of experience as a librarian/teacher
• Work with students who have learning differences preferred
• Bachelor of Education
• BC Teacher certification (or equivalent), Note: Candidates without BC Teacher Certification may be considered for a Librarian/Learning Services Specialist role.
• Independent school experience, and coaching/extracurricular experience are all assets.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter directly through the careers page on our school website https://fraseracademy.ca/careers/.
Please address the cover letter to Travis Thielmann, Director of Academics & Curriculum. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing from you.

FA offers an exceptional and stimulating environment, along with competitive employment packages. The salary for this position is determined based on the candidate’s education and certification status: 

• Teacher Librarian (BC Teacher Certification held): $66,632 to $119,166 per annum.
• Librarian / Learning Services Specialist (Non-Certified): $50,812 to $78,500 per annum.

Placement within these ranges is determined based on experience and education.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce by encouraging applications from all qualified job seekers, including those from traditionally underrepresented communities.