T2627-316 0.40 Fte Temporary K-5 Teacher Librarian Jobs in Courtenay, BC

School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world. Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.

We invite applications for the temporary position of:

0.40 FTE Grades K-5 Teacher Librarian
Anticipated location to be at Courtenay Elementary

The successful candidate will have education, training and demonstrated abilities in the following areas:

Masters Degree in Library Science, or Teacher Librarian Certificate or Diploma Program
Ability to advocate and facilitate learning opportunities that lead to the continuous improvement of instruction and assessment
Ability and experience developing student's critical thinking, communication, collaboration, & creative skills
Ability to troubleshoot and support classroom teachers with minor technological hardware component problems
Desire to promote and foster literacy to empower lifelong learners to construct informed decisions; evidence based arguments
Demonstrated ability to create and implement opportunities that foster and develop digital citizenship so that students learn to ethically and effectively acquire, evaluate, analyze, synthesize, create and share information for a variety of authentic purposes
Knowledge and experience with the selection, acquisition, organization,andpurchasing processes in obtaining resources, both print and electronic, onsite and remote access.
Ability to organize, maintain, evaluate, select,order and provide print, digital and non-print materials that improve student learning, student engagement, aboriginal connections and curriculum
Demonstrated ability to cultivate opportunities for personalized, participatory & experiential learning. Ie. Author visits, Makerspace, Coding, etc.
Familiar with the Follett Automated Library System including management of the system
Familiar with copyright and site licensing
Experience and ability to provide leadership and guidance to the Library Clerks and Library Substitutes as needed
Ability to display a high level of communication, flexibility and collaboration working with members of the school community
Other duties as assigned

Additional Requirements:

Successful classroom teaching experience
Varied and broad curricular background
Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills with staff and the school community
Ability to model instructional strategies and coach staff members in the integration of technology with curriculum & other resources
French language proficiency in schools offering French Immersion

Our educational team is committed to engaging learners to develop creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and social competencies. Our educators use and develop best practices through meaningful and purposeful collaboration and inquiry. As lifelong learners themselves, our educators embrace diversity, apply assessment for learning approaches, and integrate technology in meaningful ways to personalize learning. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to embrace and share the district’s commitments outlined above and model its principles in their practice.

Salary range is in accordance with the BC Teachers Federation and can be found by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/SD71_BCTF_Salary_Grid_2025

To Apply:

School District 71 welcomes diverse candidates and encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. As an inclusive learning community we are committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, students and community, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact: hr@sd71.bc.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter, resume with supporting documentation and contact information for three (3) professional references through www.makeafuture.ca/comox [- ](http://www.makeafuture.ca/comox- valley)valley . Only applicants with a complete application package may be considered.

Please note : Candidate applications will be reviewed, and the best qualified candidate will be identified in accordance with the updated qualification language outlined in Article E. 22 of the SD71/CDTA Collective Agreement - https://bit.ly/SD71_CDTA_E22_Qualification_language_update_2025

We sincerely thank all applicants for considering us an employer of choice. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Review Act.

Thank you for your interest in School District 71 (Comox Valley)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Posted On

June 12, 2026 03:52 PM PST/PDT

Closing Date & Time

June 17, 2026 01:00 PM PST/PDT

Job Type

Contract/Term

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

City

Courtenay

School/Location

Learning Resource Centre (LRC)

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Salary

TBD

Employment Start Date

September 01, 2026

End Date

06/30/2027

FTE

0.40

Mandatory Document

Resume
Cover Letter

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