New on the Job: A School Librarian's Guide to Success by Hilda K. Weisburg (Engl

Description: New on the Job by Hilda K. Weisburg, Ruth Toor Authors names reversed on title page of first edition. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description As if transitioning from library school or a different type of library job into the role of a school librarian wasnt challenging enough, just factor in todays straitened funding environment for the position itself. Librarians new on the job need expert advice on what to expect and how thrive, and since its publication in 2006 this guide has served as a wise mentor for the new school librarian. From job search strategies and discovering work philosophy to the nitty-gritty details of creating acceptable use policies, this revised and updated edition, which includes a new foreword from Sarah Kelly Johns, shares the joys and perils of the profession along with a wealth of practical advice from decades of experience in school library programs. With this guide as a roadmap, new school librarians can:Tackle the job search with confidence, with tips on everything from polishing a résumé and acing a job interview to ways of handling any potentially negative Google results and other digital footprintsLearn the secrets to successfully collaborate with teachersNavigate new roles and responsibilities through orientation and organizationCreate dynamic interactions with students to deepen their learning experiencesMaster the art of communicating with the principal, IT experts, and vendorsBecome familiar with school library technology, including e-book collections, online databases, and library management systemsReceive field-tested guidance on daily matters – from budgeting and purchasing to advocacy and programmingThe AASL Standards for the 21st-Century Learner, Partnership for 21st Century Skills, and Common Core State Standards are also thoroughly discussed. New school librarians as well as those already in the profession can set the tone for rewarding career with this one-stop, hands-on guide. Author Biography Hilda K. Weisburg "retired" after 31 years as a school librarian. Currently she is the chair of AASL Advocacy Committee and is on the ALA Committee on Literacy. She gives numerous presentations in New Jersey and state library association conferences. Together with Ruth Toor she has written 13 books (and a recent solo work for ALA Editions, The School Librarians Career Planner) and became sole publisher and editor of School Librarians Workshop.Ruth Toor retired after 29 years as an elementary school librarian in Chatham, New Jersey, USA. She is a past president of AASL and a past member of ALA Council. During her AASL presidency, she was its representative to the National Forum for History Standards as well a member of the Implementation Committee for Information Power: Building Partnerships for Learning. She taught graduate courses at Rutgers and Montclair State Universities. A past president of NJASL, she received its Presidents Award. Long Description As if transitioning from library school or a different type of library job into the role of a school librarian wasnt challenging enough, just factor in todays straitened funding environment for the position itself. Librarians new on the job need expert advice on what to expect and how thrive, and since its publication in 2006 this guide has served as an invaluable resource for the new school librarian. From job search strategies and discovering work philosophy to the nitty-gritty details of creating acceptable use policies, this revised and updated edition, which includes a new foreword from Sarah Kelly Johns, shares the joys and perils of the profession along with a wealth of practical advice from decades of experience in school library programs. With this guide as a roadmap, new school librarians canTackle the job search with confidence, with tips on everything from polishing a r Details ISBN0838912648 Author Ruth Toor Pages 208 Publisher American Library Association ISBN-10 0838912648 ISBN-13 9780838912645 Format Paperback Short Title NEW ON THE JOB REV/E 2/E Language English Edition 2nd Media Book Imprint ALA Editions Subtitle A School Librarians Guide to Success Place of Publication Chicago, IL Country of Publication United States Illustrations black & white illustrations Birth 1933 Year 2014 AU Release Date 2014-10-15 NZ Release Date 2014-10-15 UK Release Date 2014-10-15 Edition Description 2nd Revised edition Publication Date 2014-10-30 DEWEY 027.80973 Audience Professional & Vocational US Release Date 2014-10-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:132578444;

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