Job Description

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

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Position Overview

The Learning Commons, Media & Research Leader is a forward-thinking educator and program leader who transforms the library into a vibrant hub of inquiry, literacy, media fluency, and global connection. This role empowers students and faculty to thrive as curious thinkers, resilient learners, collaborative leaders, purpose-driven citizens, and global navigators. Working closely with the Director of Teaching and Learning and school leadership, the Leader curates resources, designs learning experiences, and cultivates a culture where curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and belonging flourish.

Key Responsibilities

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1. Literacy, Media & Reading Culture

Inspire a love of reading for pleasure and academic growth through diverse, inclusive, multilingual resources. Celebrate global perspectives and affirm cultural identity through literature and media in multiple languages.

Lead campaigns, author visits, book clubs, and events that strengthen a community-wide culture of reading and belonging.

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2. Research, Inquiry & Information Literacy

Teach research skills, media analysis, academic integrity, AI literacy, and digital citizenship. Guide students through major IB projects (Extended Essay, Internal Assessments) and AP Seminar and AP Research, and other inquiry-driven work across grades 6-12. Collaborate with faculty to develop and embed vertically aligned inquiry, problem-solving, and research skills curricula across disciplines. Ensure equitable access to resources that foster ethical, sustainable, and socially responsible engagement with information.
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3. Learning Commons Leadership

Reimagine the Learning Commons as an open and inclusive environment founded in a joy for learning; a flexible, future-oriented space for exploration, collaboration, quiet study, and creative production. Curate and manage a dynamic collection of print, digital, and multimedia resources aligned with curriculum and student interests. Partner with IT and Innovation teams to integrate makerspaces, media labs, and digital platforms into student learning.
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4. Faculty Partnership & Professional Learning

Serve as an instructional partner by co-designing and co-teaching units that embed literacy, inquiry, and research. Provide coaching and workshops on progressive approaches to literacy, media fluency, research pedagogy, and technology integration. Contribute to curriculum committees and leadership teams, ensuring the Portrait of a Learner attributes are reflected in secondary school learning.
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5. Management & Administration

Supervise and mentor library/media assistants, fostering professional growth and ensuring smooth daily operations. Manage the Learning Commons budget in partnership with school leadership, balancing innovation with sustainability. Ensure compliance with copyright, licensing, and ethical use of print and digital resources. Develop systems and procedures to keep the Learning Commons efficient, inclusive, and future-ready.
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6. Strategic Vision & Advocacy

Position the Learning Commons as a hub for inquiry, creativity, multilingualism, and global citizenship. Lead initiatives that advance 21st-century skills: critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication. Build partnerships with universities, libraries, and organizations to expand opportunities for students. Stay at the forefront of trends in educational technology, media literacy, and school librarianship, bringing fresh ideas into practice.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Library & Information Science, Education, Media Studies, or related field. Teaching certification is strongly preferred. Experience in secondary education; IB experience is highly desirable. Expertise in adolescent literacy, media and research pedagogy, and progressive information literacy practices. Demonstrated success in leading innovation, collaboration, and cross-disciplinary projects.

Personal Attributes

Passionate advocate for inquiry, literacy, multilingualism, and global education. Inclusive and culturally responsive, with a deep commitment to diverse learners. Visionary and innovative in reimagining the role of the library. Skilled communicator and collaborator, with the ability to lead change across teams. * Embodies and champions the Portrait of a Learner attributes and the school's mission.