Head of Learning Commons
Saltus Grammar School
Bermuda
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- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- August 2021
- Apply by:
- 28 June 2021
Job overview
Are you a professional who wants to make a real difference?
Saltus has the following opportunity open for applications
commencing September 2021.
Saltus Grammar School (Saltus) is a high achieving, co-educational day
school educating students between the ages of 4 and 18. The school
(Saltus) is a leading independent school in Bermuda and enjoys an
excellent reputation in the local and international community. The
school has a Primary Department, which embraces the Foundation
Year, the Lower Primary and the Upper Primary years, and a Secondary
Department which includes Middle School (Years 7-9) and Senior
School (Years 10 & 11) and Saltus Graduate Years (SGY1, SGY2). The
school’s international curriculum blends the best of both UK and North
American traditions, including its highly regarded Advanced Placement
Programme. In addition to academic excellence, particular emphasis is
placed on the all-round development of students.
Head of Learning Commons
Reporting to the Director of Curriculum, the Head of Learning
Commons shares the responsibility of ensuring the direction of the
Learning Commons is synonymous with the strategic direction of
Saltus Grammar School. The Head of Learning Commons actively
promotes the Learning Commons as the center for inquiry and research
for the Middle and Senior Schools by working closely with faculty to
ensure the curriculum promotes inquiry, integration and collaboration
across disciplines and departments. The Head of Learning Commons
is also responsible for oversight of the day to day operations of the
Learning Commons including two satellite Primary libraries and the
Teaching Museum and Archives.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develops and implements a Learning Commons vision aligned
with the School’s strategic direction including the Teaching
Museum and Archives collection and program.
• Collaborates with faculty to design and implement engaging
inquiry and learning that incorporates multiple literacies, relevant
assessment and fosters critical thinking and appropriate resources
for research.
• Oversees the Learning Commons collection, development, and
maintenance; oversees purchase of materials, monitors budget and
provides oversight for the satellite Primary libraries
• Works closely with students and faculty to promote development
of information literacy and referencing skills and to build skill
development and independence in searching and using resources
in print and digital formats.
• Ensures the Learning Commons is a welcoming and inclusive
environment in both the physical and virtual realms that supports
student and faculty learning.
• Oversees and manages direct reports as well as coordination of
parent and student volunteers.
• Provides professional learning and training to faculty and staff
including but not limited to research skills, digital literacies,
online resources, documentation, and assessment.
• Works with the Director of Curriculum to manage teams and
facilitate professional learning for staff.
• Demonstrates and supports the School’s vision, mission and
pedagogical stance.
• Maintains active membership in relevant organizations.
Minimum Qualifications, Experience & Skills:
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in teaching position required.
• Post- Secondary Degree in Education required.
• Experience in a library or learning commons setting required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of inquiry-based approaches
to learning.
• Understanding and knowledge in researching and using new
technologies to engage and support student learning.
• High degree of proficiency in implementing and using a variety of
digital and print resources.
• Technologically proficient in a wide range of educational platforms.
• Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and work within a
fast-paced environment.
• Flexible, innovative and a curious learner.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Positive and enthusiastic.
• Sense of humor
• Clean criminal record
Candidates are requested to e-mail a cover letter and resume to the
People and Culture Department at:
Email: Human.Resources@saltus.bm
Saltus Grammar School
P.O. Box HM 2224, Hamilton HM JX, Bermuda
Telephone: 441-292-6177
All applicants must include contact details of three persons who are
willing to provide confidential professional references at least one of
whom should be your current employer.
About Saltus Grammar School
- Saltus Grammar School
- 108 St. John's Road, Pembroke, P.O. Box HM 2224
- Hamilton
- HM 09
- Bermuda
Saltus Grammar School is a leading co-educational private day school. Its student population exceeds 950 and its 130 staff includes an experienced, graduate, qualified team of almost 100 teachers who are supported by administrative and technical personnel. The School has a Primary Department which embraces The Foundation Year and the Lower and Upper Primary Years, and a Secondary department which includes The Saltus Graduate Years Programme. Our International curriculum blends the best of both U.K. and North American traditions.
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