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