A Teacher Librarian has a role that combines education, library management, and support for students and teachers. Below  are some key responsibilities: 

Curriculum Support: Collaborating with teachers to integrate information literacy and research skills into the curriculum, helping students develop critical thinking and research abilities. Supporting teachers by providing resources and materials for class projects and integrating library time into the classroom schedule.  

Resource Selection: Curating a diverse collection of books, digital resources, and databases that cater to the curriculum and student interests. Selecting age-appropriate materials that reflect the interests and reading levels of students, as well as supporting the curriculum. 

Instruction: Teaching foundational research skills, such as how to use a library catalogue and basic information retrieval, citation styles, and effective use of library resources, often incorporating technology. 

Information Literacy Programs: Developing and implementing programs to enhance students' skills in finding, evaluating, and using information effectively. 

Technology Integration: Assisting students and teachers in using technology, including e-books, online databases, and educational software. 

Creating a Welcoming Environment: Designing a library space that encourages reading, collaboration, and learning. 

Reading Promotion: Fostering a love for reading through storytelling sessions, book clubs, and reading challenges and book promotions. 

Managing Library Operations: Overseeing day-to-day library operations, including budgeting, and collection maintenance. 

Some of the jobs a Library Assistant does are:

Circulation Desk Duties: Checking in and checking out books, managing library accounts, and assisting students with their inquiries. 

Shelving and Organizing: Ensuring that books and materials are shelved in the correct order and keeping the library organized and tidy. 

Cataloguing: Assisting with the cataloguing of new materials, which may involve entering data into library systems. 

Assisting Students and Teachers: Helping library users locate materials, answering questions about library services, and providing information on programs and events. 

Managing Returns: Processing returned items and ensuring they are in good condition before re-shelving. 

Maintaining Library Materials: Helping with the maintenance of library collections, including repairing damaged items or ensuring proper storage. 

Data Entry and Administration: Performing clerical tasks, such as booking library spaces, data entry, filing, and inventory management. 

Roles of the ITO: 

IT Support: Providing user-friendly technical support for teachers and students, addressing common issues with computers, tablets, and educational software. 

Classroom Technology: Assisting teachers in setting up and using classroom technology, such as interactive whiteboards and educational apps.

Collaboration with Librarians: Working closely with teacher librarians to support literacy initiatives and the integration of technology in reading and research. 

Equipment Management: Keeping track of technology equipment, managing repairs, and ensuring that devices are available and functional for classroom use. 

The Teacher on break time duty is responsible for:

Supervision during Break Times: Monitoring students in the library during lunch breaks to ensure they are following library rules and maintaining a respectful atmosphere to ensure safety and appropriate behaviour. 

Conflict Resolution: Addressing any disputes or behavioural issues that may arise among students, promoting a peaceful and cooperative environment in the Library 

Maintaining Library Environment: Ensuring that the library remains clean and organized, addressing any mess or disorder that might occur during break time. 

Behaviour Management: Guiding students on proper library behaviour and addressing any behavioural issues to maintain a calm environment.

It is important to be considerate of the other people using the space as they may be studying  and completing classwork and assignments.

It is important to return books and equipment to the right place so it can be easily found and used by others. If you have forgotten where the book came from then place them in the RE-SHELVING box and the library staff will return it to where it belongs.

It is important not to eat food and consume drinks in the library. Food scraps and wrappers left on the Library floor or hidden in the book shelves smells and makes it an unpleasant place to sit. It encourages cockroaches and mice to infest the space. Spilt liquids damage books and then they need to be replaced.

It is important not to run and play physical games in the library. You could trip and fall causing an injury to yourself or others.