professional development for library support staff
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Professional Development for Library Support Staff
Kim BeemanShrewsbury International School
Challenges
● Limited funds● Limited opportunities
directed at library support staff
● Limited time
Library Visits and Shadowing
● Inexpensive● Valuable● Fun● Would love to
do more of this!
Internal Workshops
Topics :● Google Drive● JSTOR● Follett● Involve Art, ICT,
other departments
Hosting Local Workshops and JAWS
● Bring great PD to your doorstep
● Give all staff an opportunity to participate
● Creates bonds in the local network
Bits and Bobs
● Meaningful leadership opportunities○ Thai (or other) storytimes○ After-school activities○ Book week activities
● Weekly book sharing during staff meetings
● Encouraging DIY PD