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Author Weisburg, Hilda K., 1942- author.

Title School librarian's career planner / Hilda K. Weisburg
Published Chicago, Ill. : ALA Editions, An imprint of the American Library Association, [2013]
©2013

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Description 1 online resource (x, 126 pages)
Contents Getting your first job in the field -- Acing the interview -- Selecting the right job -- Mastering the learning curve -- Growing your career -- Polishing your skills -- Moving outwards -- Taking charge -- Moving on
Summary School librarianship is a career requiring the ability to develop relationships, build leadership skills, and be a lifelong learner. Weisburg guides readers from finding the right first job to having a rewarding retirement
In theory if not in practice, traditional school library career planning went something like this: get a degree, find a job, work towards tenure, then remain in the same district until retirement. If that was ever actually the case, it certainly isn't any longer. School librarians know that making smart choices and planning strategically are the best ways to create a career that is both within their control and professionally fulfilling. This practical, hands-on book covers the multifaceted aspects of how school librarians can successfully carve out a unique niche within the educational community, showing readers how to present themselves to stakeholders, from the first interview through day-to-day job duties Learn the workings of the school and district while demonstrating expertise Develop the management skills needed to assume various leadership positions, both official and unofficial Stay current with developments in pedagogy and technology, and incorporate them into the fabric of the school Prepare for possible changes due to staff cuts or a personal decision For both long-time school librarians, as well as those who have recently entered the profession with a background in education, Weisburg's guide will be an invaluable resource for navigating their career path
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes English
Description based on print version record
Subject School librarians -- Education
Library science -- Vocational guidance
School librarians -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
Career development.
Career Mobility
LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES -- Library & Information Science -- Archives & Special Libraries.
Career development
Library science -- Vocational guidance
School librarians
School librarians -- Training of
United States
Genre/Form handbooks.
Handbooks and manuals
Handbooks and manuals.
Guides et manuels.
Form Electronic book
ISBN 9780838996423
0838996426
9780838996430
0838996434