By Francis Ngo
The Elementary Teacher-Librarian Drain in Ontario
Abstract
This paper outlines how teacher-librarians must constantly advocate for their positions while carrying out a multitude of expected duties; often having their positions cut back, added to with other duties or in many cases eliminated. The author covers background on this issue and shares data regarding elementary teacher-librarians in Ontario. Additional reading resources are provided for those who want to dive deeper into the issues.
Francis Ngo (OCT BA BEd) is a teacher-librarian and special education teacher at the Toronto District School Board. He is taught across the primary, junior and intermediate divisions in both the classroom and in specialist roles. He is a former Youth Outreach Worker, Social Services Case Worker, Instructor at Seneca College and AQ Instructional Lead at York University. Francis is passionate about providing new learning opportunities and sharing new knowledge and experiences with students.