Information Literacy Coordinator

John Paul College, Nicholls (see more jobs from this school)

Nicholls, ACT 


Coordinator

Teaching Subject: Literacy

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 27 July 2025


Empower students and staff to develop essential research and digital literacy skills by embedding critical thinking, ethical information use, and digital citizenship across the curriculum. Foster independent learning and support students in confidently navigating today’s complex information landscape.

<p><strong>Salary Range:&nbsp;</strong>$145,189 plus superannuation<br><strong>Eligibility:&nbsp;</strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:&nbsp;</strong>Full-time&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:&nbsp; </strong>Negotiable&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About St John Paul II College&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>St John Paul II College (JPC) is a Catholic, co-educational secondary school serving families in the north of Canberra. At JPC, we strive for excellence in teaching so that our students are offered every opportunity for success in their learning.&nbsp;Staff at JPC are provided structured professional learning opportunities as well as supported as part of a network of system schools. All staff have access to Flourish, a system-wide dedicated People Wellbeing Program offering in-time support across a variety of areas.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The Information Literacy Coordinator plays a key role in building students’ capacity to think critically, research effectively, and engage with information responsibly. Working collaboratively with teachers across year levels, the Coordinator integrates information literacy skills, including research strategies, source evaluation, referencing, and digital citizenship into classroom learning in alignment with curriculum outcomes. They design and lead targeted programs that promote academic integrity and independent inquiry, support staff with resource selection and digital tools, and ensure students are equipped to navigate an evolving information landscape. Through this work, the Coordinator fosters a culture of curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning across the school.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching.</li> <li>ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration.</li> <li>ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p> <p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;</p> <p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.jpc.act.edu.au/">website</a>. Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG)&nbsp;can&nbsp;be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Nicola Grieb&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6163 4800 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:nicola.grieb@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Information%20Literacy%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>nicola.grieb@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Information%20Literacy%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:nicola.grieb@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Information%20Literacy%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">nicola.grieb@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Information%20Literacy%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Information%20Literacy%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Information%20Literacy%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a></p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505570/information-literacy-coordinator">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>