The importance of the Teacher Librarian

IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions). Section of School Libraries and Resource Centres. The School Library in Teaching and Learning for All; IFLA/UNESCO School Library manifesto.

Teacher-Librarians:

• are members of the school's total teaching staff
• are involved in teaching and learning
• are involved in the provision of information related resources, integral to planning, implementation and evaluation of curriculum
• are team members
• are information specialists
• encourage the love of literature and learning
• are resource specialists
• provide for students' interests
• provide assistance to classroom teacher in curriculum development and planning
• manage technology in the library
• are in charge of developing the library collection
• participate in networks to extend availability of resources
• are responsible for administering library resources, including budgeting and stocktake
• teach information skills, such as critical literacy
• ensure students understand and use technology
• supervise library staff, volunteers and students