Ten+Tips+for+Success

=Here are 10 teacher-librarian tips for successfully managing personnel in your school library. =

Number 10
 * As a teacher-librarian be a part of designing the job description for paraprofessionals as well as volunteers.

Number 9
 * A well thought out and clearly designed school library procedure manual is a great resource for training library staff.

Number 8
 * Document the daily responsibilities of library staff to demonstrate their invaluable contributions to the school library.

Number 7
 * Allow for initiative and creativity.

Number 6
 * A variety of tasks is critical to maintain interest.

Number 5
 * Library staff are a great connection to the community.

Number 4
 * Use a volunteer coordinator to organize the volunteer program.

Number 3
 * Volunteers should add to the teacher-librarian's role NOT replace it.

Number 2
 * Work alongside library staff not above them.

Number 1
 * Remember volunteers are unpaid workers, show appreciation through special events if need be.