Sign up for an educator card today.
San José educators can now get a special library card that allows for an extended checkout period and no fines on overdue materials.
We Value You
Teachers, we appreciate all of your hard work throughout the year.
Blogs
2025 San José Educator of the Year Award
The San José Public Library is proud to honor outstanding individuals who make a difference in our community.
Celebrating National Teacher Day
You can use National Teacher Day as an opportunity to recognize all the incredible work of the teachers in your life!
2025 San José Educator of the Year Award
The San José Public Library is proud to honor outstanding individuals who make a difference in our community.
Celebrating National Teacher Day
You can use National Teacher Day as an opportunity to recognize all the incredible work of the teachers in your life!
Tools for Teachers
SJPL provides many unique resources for educators.
Resouces for Teachers
Teachers & Educators
SJPL provides free resources, class visits, and programs to support San Jose's educators and teachers.
Scholastic Teachables
Easy to print lesson plans, worksheets, and activities on a wide variety of subjects for PreK - 8 educators.
TeachingBooks
Original movies of authors and illustrators, and resources on K–12 books to support reading for all grades and content areas.
Teachers or Educators: The Library Resources Just For You!
The library has a special Educator Library Card, databases with lesson plans, and special resources for sign up!
Teachers & Educators
SJPL provides free resources, class visits, and programs to support San Jose's educators and teachers.
Scholastic Teachables
Easy to print lesson plans, worksheets, and activities on a wide variety of subjects for PreK - 8 educators.
TeachingBooks
Original movies of authors and illustrators, and resources on K–12 books to support reading for all grades and content areas.
Teachers or Educators: The Library Resources Just For You!
The library has a special Educator Library Card, databases with lesson plans, and special resources for sign up!
Tell us How the Library Helps You.
We invite San José educators to share their library experiences and how the library has supported you in your work.
Academic Support
When your students need help, count on SJPL for invaluable assistance.
Teacher Assistance
Supporting Student Success
Does your child have a Student Library Card? View a list of participating schools to access valuable resources and achieve academic success!
Schedule a Class Visit to the Library
SJPL enjoys working closely with San José teachers. We make it easy to schedule a class visit to the library. Sign up today!
Students: Library eResources for YOU!
Students, the Library has much to offer you in terms of databases, student cards, homework and test help, and access!
Academic Support
Teachers are the Heart of Education
Check out these books about teachers for children, teens, and adults.