About the author
Cathy Costello
Cathy successfully completed Masters of Education (Teacher Librarianship) early 2017 with approval to teach Library Secondary granted in April of the same year. Masters units studied:
- Introduction to Teacher Librarianship - Resourcing the Curriculum
- Describing Educational Resources - Digital Citizenship in Schools
- ICT for Innovative Practice - Teacher Librarian as Leader
- Introduction to Educational Research - Professional Experience and Portfolio
As Teacher Librarian, Cathy views her role as that of teacher, first and foremost. She is passionate about school libraries leading learning and enterprise skills within the changing information landscape of our modern digital age.
Cathy is excited by the possibilities and challenges that curriculum and technological changes are bringing to the role of Teacher Librarian. She recognises that, after quality classroom instruction, an effective Teacher Librarian is the most important factor influencing student achievement in any school. With this in mind, she is determined to leverage her specialist knowledge, skills and experience to make a vital contribution towards supporting student success.
She is regarded by her peers as a leader in the field of Teacher Librarianship and has been invited to present at various Teacher Librarian professional learning seminars:
- panelist for discussion forum on Future Focused Libraries at School Library Association NSW annual conference - Sydney October 2016
- presented Practical support for beginning Teacher Librarians webinar via Adobe Connect for NSW Teacher Librarian Network meeting - May 2016
See https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/learning-across-the-curriculum/school-libraries/teaching-and-learning/professional-learning
- co-presented the webinar Digital Content in th 21st century library catalogue via GoToWebinar with the School Catalogue Information Services (SCIS) - August 2018
She has also been published:
- School library spotlight: Campbelltown Performing Arts High School library spotlight in SCIS Connections, July 2017. See https://www.scisdata.com/connections/issue-101/school-library-spotlight-campbelltown-performing-arts-high-school
- Self-advocacy through evidence-based practice, SCIS blog, August 2017
See https://scis.edublogs.org/2017/08/02/self-advocacy-through-evidence-based-practice/
Cathy has also published this virtuallibrary.info website to complement and supplement the school library’s physical resources. It also functions as an instructional teaching tool when collaboratively teaching. Additionally, the website is an information source for Information Management and Digital Literacy, various teaching and learning tools and for curriculum support.
In April 2018, Cathy was elected the coordinator for the South Western Sydney School Library Network (SWSSLN). The committee collaboratively designs professional learning conferences for Teacher Librarians and library School Administrative Officers each term. See http://swsrtls.weebly.com
Cathy successfully completed Masters of Education (Teacher Librarianship) early 2017 with approval to teach Library Secondary granted in April of the same year. Masters units studied:
- Introduction to Teacher Librarianship - Resourcing the Curriculum
- Describing Educational Resources - Digital Citizenship in Schools
- ICT for Innovative Practice - Teacher Librarian as Leader
- Introduction to Educational Research - Professional Experience and Portfolio
As Teacher Librarian, Cathy views her role as that of teacher, first and foremost. She is passionate about school libraries leading learning and enterprise skills within the changing information landscape of our modern digital age.
Cathy is excited by the possibilities and challenges that curriculum and technological changes are bringing to the role of Teacher Librarian. She recognises that, after quality classroom instruction, an effective Teacher Librarian is the most important factor influencing student achievement in any school. With this in mind, she is determined to leverage her specialist knowledge, skills and experience to make a vital contribution towards supporting student success.
She is regarded by her peers as a leader in the field of Teacher Librarianship and has been invited to present at various Teacher Librarian professional learning seminars:
- panelist for discussion forum on Future Focused Libraries at School Library Association NSW annual conference - Sydney October 2016
- presented Practical support for beginning Teacher Librarians webinar via Adobe Connect for NSW Teacher Librarian Network meeting - May 2016
See https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/learning-across-the-curriculum/school-libraries/teaching-and-learning/professional-learning
- co-presented the webinar Digital Content in th 21st century library catalogue via GoToWebinar with the School Catalogue Information Services (SCIS) - August 2018
She has also been published:
- School library spotlight: Campbelltown Performing Arts High School library spotlight in SCIS Connections, July 2017. See https://www.scisdata.com/connections/issue-101/school-library-spotlight-campbelltown-performing-arts-high-school
- Self-advocacy through evidence-based practice, SCIS blog, August 2017
See https://scis.edublogs.org/2017/08/02/self-advocacy-through-evidence-based-practice/
Cathy has also published this virtuallibrary.info website to complement and supplement the school library’s physical resources. It also functions as an instructional teaching tool when collaboratively teaching. Additionally, the website is an information source for Information Management and Digital Literacy, various teaching and learning tools and for curriculum support.
In April 2018, Cathy was elected the coordinator for the South Western Sydney School Library Network (SWSSLN). The committee collaboratively designs professional learning conferences for Teacher Librarians and library School Administrative Officers each term. See http://swsrtls.weebly.com
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS
2017 - Masters of Education (Teacher Librarianship) - Charles Sturt University
2011 - Graduate Diploma in Education - University of New England and Culture.
2008 - Bachelor of Arts - Macquarie University. Major: Ancient History
TEACHING AREAS & SKILLS
Approved Teaching Subjects:
- Library Secondary
- History (Ancient)
- History (7 - 10)
- Society and Culture / International Studies
Approved Skills and Experiences:
- Information and Communication Technology
2017 - Masters of Education (Teacher Librarianship) - Charles Sturt University
2011 - Graduate Diploma in Education - University of New England and Culture.
2008 - Bachelor of Arts - Macquarie University. Major: Ancient History
TEACHING AREAS & SKILLS
Approved Teaching Subjects:
- Library Secondary
- History (Ancient)
- History (7 - 10)
- Society and Culture / International Studies
Approved Skills and Experiences:
- Information and Communication Technology
Please fill out the contact form below if you would like Cathy Costello to:
- purchase a book not already in our collection
- purchase resources for your subjects
- provide resources and help with your assessment tasks
- present an information seminar for students
- present a training workshop for teaching staff
Cathy Costello teacher librarian cathy costello library cathy costello virtual library Cathy Costello librarian
We also value your feedback.
Cathy Costello
B.A., Dip. Ed., M. Ed.
Disclaimer:
Any opinions expressed on this site are my own and do not reflect those of my employer.
Cathy Costello is also available for public speaking, training and development focusing on topics and concepts addressed in the www.virtuallibrary.info website.
See publications:
Costello, C. (2017). Self-advocacy through evidence-based practice. SCIS blog. Retrieved from
https://scis.edublogs.org/2017/08/02/self-advocacy-through-evidence-based-practice/
Costello, C. (2017). Practical support for beginning Teacher Librarians. NSW Teacher Librarian Network. NSW Department of Education. Retrieved from https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/learning-across-the-curriculum/school-libraries/teaching-and-learning/professional-learning
Costello, C. (2017). School library spotlight: Campbelltown Performing Arts High School. Connections. Schools Catalogue Information Service. Retrieved from http://www2.curriculum.edu.au/scis/connections/issue_101/regular_features
- purchase a book not already in our collection
- purchase resources for your subjects
- provide resources and help with your assessment tasks
- present an information seminar for students
- present a training workshop for teaching staff
Cathy Costello teacher librarian cathy costello library cathy costello virtual library Cathy Costello librarian
We also value your feedback.
Cathy Costello
B.A., Dip. Ed., M. Ed.
Disclaimer:
Any opinions expressed on this site are my own and do not reflect those of my employer.
Cathy Costello is also available for public speaking, training and development focusing on topics and concepts addressed in the www.virtuallibrary.info website.
See publications:
Costello, C. (2017). Self-advocacy through evidence-based practice. SCIS blog. Retrieved from
https://scis.edublogs.org/2017/08/02/self-advocacy-through-evidence-based-practice/
Costello, C. (2017). Practical support for beginning Teacher Librarians. NSW Teacher Librarian Network. NSW Department of Education. Retrieved from https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/learning-across-the-curriculum/school-libraries/teaching-and-learning/professional-learning
Costello, C. (2017). School library spotlight: Campbelltown Performing Arts High School. Connections. Schools Catalogue Information Service. Retrieved from http://www2.curriculum.edu.au/scis/connections/issue_101/regular_features
