Learning Commons Technician
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Location: Rundle Academy
Start date: December 2026
End date: June 30, 2027
Posting: Internal/External
Capacity: Part-time, Temporary
Application closing date: November 22, 2026
Rundle College Society (“Rundle”) was founded in 1985 and provides an outstanding educational experience for approximately 1,250 students in kindergarten through grade 12. In addition to academic achievement, Rundle's programs emphasize character development, leadership training, and good citizenship.
Unique among independent schools in Canada, Rundle delivers parallel College and Academy programs on two separate physical campuses, and online via Rundle Studio.
At Rundle, students become leaders, scholars, scientists, artists, musicians, athletes, humanitarians, philanthropists and more by discovering their passions and potential across a broad range of opportunities. Rundle students thrive in a safe, caring and kind environment.
The Academy and Studio programs meet the needs of students who have a diagnosed learning disability, with or without ADHD. Our students are in the average to above-average range of intellectual functioning but have difficulties with specific academic activities and skills. Rundle Studio does this in a dynamic, interactive online learning environment.
Rundle is a not-for-profit corporation with approximately 175 faculty and 57 staff. It has a strong presence in the community as an established employer of choice.
Rundle is committed to its mission: to create a nurturing, engaging environment that provides an enriched, personalized education, preparing students for an ever-changing world. Rundle helps students discover their potential, challenges them to attain their best, and celebrates with them when they do.
At Rundle, our "Pathways to Teaching at Rundle" framework is the cornerstone of our educational philosophy, designed to guide the pedagogical practices of our educators. This approach is built upon three foundational pillars: Connection, Craft, and Care.
- Connection: We strive to create meaningful relationships between educators and students, personalizing learning experiences to meet the unique needs of each student. Our environment fosters a sense of community where every individual is recognized and valued.
- Craft: Our educators are empowered to refine their teaching methods, focusing on meticulous planning, engaging instruction, comprehensive assessment, and continual professional development. We support our teachers in mastering their craft to provide the best educational experiences.
- Care: At Rundle, teaching extends beyond academics. We emphasize creating a nurturing atmosphere filled with joy, gratitude, and warmth, where both students and teachers contribute positively to our vibrant school community.
To learn more about Rundle, please visit our website.
Position
Rundle Academy is seeking a Learning Commons Technician to join our library team.
The Rundle Academy Campus is currently being redesigned with one building completed, and the second building beginning construction in Spring 2027. This means that currently, there is not a designated library space and the incumbent will have a unique opportunity to feature books, and promote library spaces throughout the school creatively.
There is an opportunity in this role for schedule flexibility, so long as part-time hours are maintained within the school day. The schedule will be discussed with candidates who move forward to the interview stage.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Process, catalogue, and input new books into the library's management system, Insignia
- Manage the circulation of library materials, including check-out, check-in, and shelving of resources.
- Assist in completing collection inventory, ensuring materials are accurately accounted for.
- Assist in collection development, curating lists of potential acquisitions
- Maintain and repair library materials to ensure they remain in good condition.
- Develop and update displays to promote library resources and encourage engagement.
- Provide curriculum support to teachers by assisting with resource selection.
- Assist students with book recommendations based on their interests.
- Promote a culture of positivity around literacy by fostering a welcoming and engaging reading environment.
- Support Learning Commons initiatives, alongside the Teacher Librarian, and other Learning Common Technicians, that promote it as a hub for innovation, creativity, and exploration.
- Completion of the Library and Information Technology Diploma, or equivalent education and experience
- Confident and proficient in using technology, including library systems (e.g., Insignia)
- Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with students, staff, and parents
- Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively as part of a team
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Previous experience in a library or educational setting is preferred
- Submission of police information check and vulnerable sector check.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and express their interest in confidence through our Talent Community on ADP. We appreciate all applications, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Rundle adheres to the Employment Equity Act. Please contact the Rundle Business Office at 403-291-3866 for further details or if you require any information in an alternate format.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Process, catalogue, circulate, inventory, maintain, and repair library materials, while helping develop the collection and create displays that promote reading. Support teachers with resource selection, recommend books to students, and collaborate on Learning Commons initiatives that encourage innovation, creativity, and exploration.
Requirements
A Library and Information Technology diploma or equivalent education and experience is required, along with technology proficiency, strong organization and attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Candidates should be able to work independently and collaboratively, manage competing tasks, and provide police information and vulnerable sector checks; library or educational experience is preferred.
Skills
- Library Cataloguing
- Library Management Systems
- Insignia
- Circulation Management
- Collection Inventory
- Collection Development
- Resource Selection
- Book Recommendations
- Material Maintenance and Repair
- Display Development
- Technology Proficiency
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Teamwork
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Categories
- Education
- Administrative
Keywords
- Library and Information Technology Diploma
- Insignia
- Library Management System
- Cataloguing
- Circulation
- Collection Inventory
- Collection Development
- Resource Selection
- Library Materials
- Material Maintenance
- Material Repair
- Literacy
- Reading Environment
- Learning Commons
- Curriculum Support
- Book Recommendations
- Technology
- Police Information Check
- Vulnerable Sector Check