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Ongoing position available | Teacher Librarian
Commencing January 2026
Full Time load
Closing Date: 7 October 2025
MLC is committed to offering students inspiring teachers, evidence-based teaching practices, and effective progress monitoring and support. MLC teachers take a proactive approach to student learning that is dynamic and adaptive, and the classroom is regularly revitalised by new teaching practices and methodologies that keep our students engaged.
The Role
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Planning and delivering highly engaging lessons in collaboration with members of the teaching team
- Developing a culture of high expectations for all students
- Using data to analyse the progress of students and to review teaching and learning strategies
- Participating in the development of a variety literacies within librarianship including, but not limited to, research, inquiry, information, digital, media, literature, and reading
- Working with MLC Libraries’ team to guide and promote programs, services and resources that foster an enjoyment of reading and the development of comprehension skills that sustain reading independence
- Developing the libraries’ physical and digital collections and applying professional knowledge to the selection (and deselection) of quality and diverse resources that support the curriculum and a variety of cultures and genres
- Collaborating with the digital literacy team to advance teachers’ capability to engage in collaborative learning design for Years 7 to 10
- Providing suggestions on the promotion of the MLC Libraries through events, co-curricular clubs, and displays
- Ensuring equity of access to libraries and resources for all students and staff
- Upholding ethical use of information and copyright law
- Engaging with colleagues to involve parents, caregivers, and the community in developing interest in reading and literature
The school
MLC is a leading independent girls’ day and boarding school in the inner east of Melbourne. Our breadth of learning and wellbeing experiences inspires and supports students to find and nurture their interests and talents.
MLC is known for excellence and innovation in education, with extensive curriculum, co-curricular activities, and College resources to support student growth.
MLC students are empowered to be confident and resilient global citizens who thrive throughout schooling and in a changing world.
About You
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Commitment to student learning and wellbeing
- Extensive knowledge of children and young adult literature
- Proficiency with technology in a learning workplace, including library databases, LibGuides, library management systems, and MS SharePoint
- Collaborative team member with the ability to positively enhance a team
- Effective planning and organisational skills
- Professional conduct and confidentiality
- Relevant qualification and expertise in librarianship
- Current Victorian Institute of Teaching registration
- Right to work in Australia
- Adherence to College policies and Child Safe standards
- Understanding of the Victorian Child Safe Standards
For further information regarding this position, please reach out to
MLC puts child safety at the forefront and is committed to providing a child safe environment. The safety of our students is paramount and is the responsibility of all staff.
Please be aware that while we make every effort to adhere to the stated closing dates, we may need to close the application process earlier if a significant number of qualified candidates are identified before the official deadline.
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📌 Teacher Librarian
🏢 Methodist Ladies' College Melbourne
📍 Melbourne