For Principals

This page provides ready reference links to key documents and information to assist school leaders address issues related to staffing, resourcing and managing their school's library and information service. 

Statement on library and information services in schools (2016)

Describes the ways in which the school library and information programs and services are integral to the mission, objectives, and teaching and learning goals of the school.

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Teacher Librarian Role Statement (2024)

School leaders are encouraged to support their teacher librarians to develop clear role statements, reflecting their dual role as both teachers and information specialists. This statement can be adapted to suit the level of responsibility of the teacher librarian. When fulfilling all aspects of the role, the qualified teacher librarian is operating at a leadership level.

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Library Staffing Policy (AEU/SA Branch) (2021)

This policy was endorsed by the Australian Education Union SA branch in February 2021

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Statement on Teacher Librarians in Australia (2016)

Describes the educational significance of school library resource services and teacher librarians in Australian Schools.

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Standards of Professional Excellence for Teacher Librarians (2004)

This statement describes the professional knowledge, skills and commitment demonstrated by teacher librarians working at a level of excellence.

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