Working in a Library
Congratulations! You are working in our school library. This is a privileged position and with this privilege comes responsibility. There are common guidelines for working in the 'real world' and these also apply to Library 11.
- be punctual
- put your phone away
- a small drink is okay - but no food
- smile and be friendly
- patron records are private
- patron questions are also private
- if you have a question or concern, speak to your supervisor
- be flexible - you might be interrupted numerous times
- keep track of your time - start to clean up your project 5 minutes before the bell - this will keep the shared work space orderly
Tips for Success
- use a notebook to keep track of instructions
- use a Google account for writing drafts
- take initiative
- read lots of books
- visit other libraries