How to become a teacher librarian: Australian careers in teaching

Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

  • Task Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Tasks:

    • Teach effective research skills
    • Manage library resources and purchase new materials
    • Develop library policies and procedures with admin staff
    • Perform end of year stocktakes and periodic weeding
    • Familiarise teachers and students with library resources and study tools
  • Skills Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Skills/attributes
    • Organisation and time management skills
    • Communication skills when working with a variety of age groups
    • An understanding of current research methods and available resources
    • An interest in fostering literacy skills
  • Specialisations Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Principal

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Vocational Education and Training Lecturer

    Experienced teacher librarians who also hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment are able to lead courses and workshops for those wishing to learn more about, and potentially work in, information services and teaching settings.  This has become a growing sector, with more jobs being created in this area.

    Library Manager

    Teacher librarians, particularly those with specialised skills in information management and retrieval, can also move into library roles outside of the education sector that are of a more senior standing. These roles can include managing departments within public libraries, working in a corporate or parliamentary library, and even museum, archival and cultural services.

  • Pathways Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

    Teacher Librarian Resources

    Qualified teacher librarians are in demand and there are increasing numbers of job opportunities available for those in this field. 

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