The Teacher-Librarian and the school library program provide learning services, books, and resources that enable all members of the school community to become critical thinkers and effective users of information in all formats and media. The Teacher-Librarian and the school library program also provide links to the wider library and information network.
Surrey Teacher-Librarians aim to provide supportive learning environments; to supply a variety of learning resources to meet the needs of curriculum, students learning styles and curiosity; to encourage independent investigation into the realm of information; and to spark enjoyment of lifelong recreational reading.
School Library Programs are designed to integrate information literacy across the curriculum to develop independent, life-long learners. The programs are developed through the shared expertise and equal partnership of Teacher-Librarians and teachers who collaboratively plan and teach units of study. A balanced program also encourages exposure to a variety of forms of literature to help students develop a love of reading.
~ SD 36 Teacher-Librarian Handbook 2007