Role overview

KENORA CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOLBOARD

The Kenora Catholic District School Board (KCDSB) educates more than 1300 students from diverse cultures and backgrounds in 4 elementary schools and 1 secondary school located in beautiful Kenora and Red Lake, Ontario. At KCDSB we welcome studentstoexperience a quality, inclusive and values- based education in a caring Catholic school community. Our mission goes beyond academics, the arts and athletics. Our goal istoprovide excellence in Catholic education and grow graduates who become fully engaged citizens abletocontributetotheir families, communities and society. Our staff is among our greatest resources. The people we hire have a direct impact on the success of our students. With approximately 180 academic and 80 permanent support staff, the KCDSB is one of the largest employers in the region.

KCDSB Invites applications for the following 10-month0.5 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Permanentposition:

Learning Commons Assistant

Start Date: August 31, 2026

Location: École Ste-Marguerite Bourgeoys

Schedule: Flexible (between 8:35 and 3:20)

Salary Range:$22.57 - $28.36 per hour

The Learning Commons Assistant is an instructional partner who will co-teach and co-learn with students and staff to meet the school's curriculum objectives for students and support the goals outlined in the Board Strategic Plan, Board and School Improvement Plan.

The Learning Commons Assistant creates and maintains a learning environment for students and staff that supports student inquiry and research in partnership with the ITT and other staff in a Catholic school setting.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Initiate purchase of all selected resources and maintain internal records of expenditures
Utilize and maintain the automated library database program to control circulation of resources, process inventory and create report documentation
Perform regularly scheduled supervision as assigned by the Principal
Support student inquiry and research
Look for opportunities to enhance literacy activities and abilities through books, technology and an inquiry stance
Create and maintain a learning commons environment for students and staff with a willingness and ability to innovate and collaborate
Support student inquiry and research
Provide opportunities for staff and students to work in small groups and independently using technology (for example the green screen and maker space)
Align resources to ministry initiatives
Work with individuals and small groups as assigned
In partnership with teachers organize and arrange learning materials
Assist/accompany teachers on field trips as required
General supervision duties as assigned by the Principal
Partner with staff to support academic learning in the classroom
Integrate Catholic values and principles into the learning commons space and activities

QUALIFICATIONS:

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent is required
A functional handle on the French language, both oral and written, is preferred
Library Technician qualifications from a post-secondary institution or similar preferred
Employment experience related to working with children or youth
Ability to adapt as required to meet the needs of a diverse school community
Computer literacy is required
Proactive- able to seize the moment and provide learning opportunities in response to student need and interest
Comfortable using and learning with technology
Demonstrated ability for taking initiative and serving as a catalyst to implement change
Ability to organize and manage learning common resources- books, maker space resources, electronics
Able to collaborate well with both teachers and students
Self- directed, life-long learner
Able to integrate Catholic values into the space and activities

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé detailing their professional and educational qualifications, quoting Competition Number: 2026-41no later than Friday, July 10, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. to:

Email: hr@kcdsb.on.ca OR

Apply to Education: http://kcdsb.simplication.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however, KCDSB will only be contacting candidates whose skills, experience and qualifications best meet the requirements of the position.

The Kenora Catholic District School Board is committed to equity in employment. Accommodations are available through the recruitment and selection process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Successful candidates must provide a current satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) prior to commencing employment with KCDSB. Please review the requirements for the VSC at Ontario Provincial Police - Police Record Checks (opp.ca).

Discover more about KCDSB and why you should start your career with us today at Home - Kenora Catholic District School Board (kcdsb.on.ca)!