Licensed Professional

The school library information specialist role as an instruction, information literacy, and technology leader is at the center of teaching and learning in this information age.  A 21st century library information specialist:

  • creates a welcoming active environment that supports learning;
  • is highly skilled with web and information technologies;
  • teaches inquiry, technology, and information organization skills to students and teachers;
  • incites curiosity, motivates investigations, directs passions;
  • facilitates student independent and collaborative pursuit of knowledge;
  • supports development of multiple literacies and love of reading;
  • collaborates with teachers to connect learning outcomes and authentic learning tasks to meet content standards;
  • provides leadership in developing curriculum and practices to support 21st century learning;
  • organizes information and resources to support student needs and interests;  and
  • manages staff, budgets, equipment, collections, and facilities.

Is Your School Librarian 'Highly Qualified'? by Allison Kaplan (Phi Delta Kappan, December 2007: 300-303). (Article available in Badgerlink)

The author defines a highly qualified school librarian and howo school administrators can use these qualifications to support integrated library media programs that help boost student achievement.

Hiring a Professional

Job Description:  This sample job description outlines of the roles and responsibilities of the school library information specialist.

Interview Questions (COMING SOON):  Recommended questions for interviewing candidates for the position of school library information specialist.