I have always wanted to be recognised but what I now realise is active involvement, risk taking, initiative and confidence is required in order for this to happen.

Operating within the comfort zone of the known is not always the best approach and certainly doesn’t leave room for change which is needed in order to evolve and remain current. As society, technology and the needs of the 21st Century learners change so too must libraries and Teacher Librarians. Moving from a traditional structure or function of a library, housing books, to one where libraries are the central hub of the school, Teacher Librarians are unique in the fact that they have the ability to connect with staff, students and the wider community on many levels. Collaboration and involvement in curriculum planning, whole school events and initiatives, embracing and implementing new practices and current trends, risk taking, providing and promoting a service that meets the needs of its users  makes the Teacher Librarian an integral member of the community, not just the book keeper.

One needs to be visible in order to be recognised.