Teen Librarian Resources

 The Teen Librarian Resource page was created as a contribution to the Drexel INFO 521 Professional Development Wiki Page to provide resources for Teen Librarians.



Young Adult/Teen Library Association
Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) – YALSA is an association of librarians and library staff whose goal is to expand and improve library services for patrons’ ages 12 – 18. YALSA helps members receive a Masters in Library and Information Science degree by offering 20% off tuition to Drexel University iSchool students. YALSA also offers webinars and training to improve your skills as a teen librarian.



Professional Development
Answering Teens’ Tough Questions (Teens at the Library) Answering Teens’ Tough Questions (Teens at the Library) by mk Eagle – This book helps teen librarians talk to teens about sensitive topics like: drugs, sexuality, alcohol, and tattoos. As teen librarians we need to be able to give teens good advice without forcing our opinions and views on them. This book will help bridge the gap in communication and help further your skills as a teen librarian. 

 Teen Librarian Toolbox (TLT) created by Karen Jensen – TLT is a professional development website for teen librarians who are “short on time, short on money, But Not short on passion!”. TLT’s   mission is to support libraries who support teens   by offering quality information, discussions, book reviews, and more. There is a very interesting page titled “Things I Never Learned in Library School”.



 I Need A Library Job (INALJ) founded by Naomi House – INALJ is an eResource center that helps information professionals find library jobs. The site offers jobs from all 50 states, Canada, and international jobs. If you want to be a teen librarian or if your planning to move, this site can help you find the job you need to make that transition.





Furthering Your Education
U.S. News Best Grad Schools – This site lists the top ten graduate schools that offer library services for children and youth. If you are looking to receive your M.L.I.S degree it would be beneficial to choose one of these ten schools to further your education. 

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