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0-5 years of experience
Prepared and presented library training for 16 classes such that all students had weekly access despite the school's limited schedule and budget
- Implemented a computer-based reading management system that significantly improved student reading scores and participation
- Trained the staff of four other school libraries in implementing their own Accelerated Reading programs
- Coordinated the entry into a national robotics competition involving students, university volunteers, and engineering mentors, leading to increased community awareness of the school's programs
6-10 years of experience
Planned and administered library services for MS/HS campus of 960 students and 80 faculty.
- Supervised two library aides.
- Trained students and staff in use of new computer hardware and software.
- Developed and executed yearly budgets. Purchased yearly acquisitions, including books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
- Collaborated with other faculty members in writing technology grant.
- Worked with faculty in planning teaching units.
0-5 years of experience
Instructed Kindergarten through 5th grade library and technology skills including Microsoft Office Suite
- Technology collaboration in the classrooms with SMARTBoards, Apple devices, handheld devices, mini laptops and PC and Mac products
- Managed two libraries with online ordering of books, handling budgets, oversaw volunteers, managed daily technology in the library media centers
- Monitored technology use and troubleshooting various technology
- Trained staff in technology for daily work assistance
- Modeled best practices for various technology use for students and staff
0-5 years of experience
Increased circulation by 50% in a six month time period
- Secured Internet access in the library
- Initiated a paradigm shift in how the library was utilized in the building
- Managed a 20,500 budget
- Updated the library collection to include multicultural titles to fit the student population
0-5 years of experience
Talented library management professional tasked with managing library facilities and promoting reading and literacy to the school community.
- Provided forecasting, budgeting, and purchasing guidance for an $11k budget.
- Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
- Organized fundraisers, book fairs, and other events; applied for grants as needed.
- Facilitated website evaluation, plagiarism, copyright infringement, and database research courses.
- Integrated curriculum and TEKS material into reading/story time.
- Promoted the library through public relations avenues such as the library website and newsletter.
- Cataloged library acquisitions and performed other library management roles.
0-5 years of experience
Managed all areas of the Library Media Center for one library serving a K-12th grade school community.
- Planned, implemented, marketed, and evaluated the library's instructional program.
- Taught three classes daily on information literacy skills.
- Served as contact person for assistance with technological and AV equipment.
- Implemented the Accelerated Reader Program and reading programs for struggling readers.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate information literacy skills and technology into the curriculum.
- Increased the collection of professional development resources for the school community.
- Facilitated events to support student literacy and educate parents on literacy building strategies.
- Conducted thorough collection development analysis to CCSS.
0-5 years of experience
PreK-8, 80 students
- Planned and conducted six weekly classes for grades PreK-8.
- Met periodically to collaborate with teachers to integrate library media skills into classroom curricula.
- Developed and maintained the library's book and AV collections.
- Wrote and received Picturing America grant, 2009-2010.
- Offered one Scholastic Book Fair per year.
- Chairperson of Technology Committee
0-5 years of experience
Taught PowerPoint, Publisher, Internet, and Follett technology skills to students in middle and high school
- Researched, ordered, and discarded books from all areas of library's collection
- As extracurricular Yearbook Advisor, worked with students to plan, design and supervise the production of three yearbooks. Included intensive development of graphic design and photography
- Coordinated major school fundraising book fair involving hundreds of titles, raising revenue $1,000 (20%) from prior year by increasing marketing efforts and refining marketing techniques
0-5 years of experience
One year teaching contract/head of Library Media Department; taught 22 classes per week
- Successfully advocated for technology (SMARTboards, online databases, e-books), served on district-wide LMS committee
- Improved department educational standards
- Created assessments to align with curriculum
0-5 years of experience
Cultivated life-long learning by fostering positive attitudes towards libraries and by working to develop students' viewing, listening, and critical thinking skills.
- Supervised library facilities and created a learning environment which stimulated and reinforced the students' easy access to information.
- Purchased media to enhance the curriculum and to meet the needs of the school and community for leisure reading.
- Organized and oversaw yearly author's visit.
- Worked collaboratively with parents on fundraising activities.
6-10 years of experience
Developed district wide summer reading lists, implemented before-, during-, and after-school reading programs
- Mentored five School Library Media Specialists; created in-service literacy course for faculty
- Developed benchmarks for Library Media Instruction based on NYS Standards
- Designed new Library Media Center based on community and curriculum analysis
- Modeled library management, cataloging, inventory and library administration for 10+ graduate students and interns
0-5 years of experience
Facilitated and promoted several book talks and database research workshops in classrooms.
- Managed the circulations of library records, materials and books.
- Assisted students with finding specific resources for individualized needs and reference questions.
- Created and facilitated several after school activities for students such as book club meetings, game nights, and library related competitions to encourage a culture of readers.
- Assisted students with college entrance essays, and discussed post-secondary options based on individual needs.
6-10 years of experience
Assisted students in identifying, locating, and interpreting information and resources.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for a library media center.
- Managed selection and ordering of materials for the media center.
- Administered budgets for library media resources.
- Collaborated with teachers to incorporate informational skills into classroom curriculum.
- Provided leadership in assessing, evaluating, promoting, demonstrating, and implementing the use of informational and instructional technologies.
- Completed State Level II Technology Certification, iPower Project Webquest, and Budget Design through OKCPS Educational Technology Department.
- Intel Teach to the Future Participant Teacher.
0-5 years of experience
Worked as the Library Media Specialist in the K thru 5 libraries in three schools
- Taught literature and internet based lessons
- Incorporated curriculum into lessons designed to utilize library skills and resources
- Scheduled collaborative research projects and information sessions with classroom teachers
6-10 years of experience
Coordinated instruction in the library setting
- Maintained school library website
- Chaired the [company name] Teen Literary Festival, obtaining $25,000 in community funding and grants for the first Teen Lit Fest
- Supervised and instructed English II & III
- Managed student records, behavior, and maintained contact with parents
- Served in an advisory capacity for graduating seniors
- Mentored uncertified teachers seeking alternative certification
0-5 years of experience
Served a student population and faculty of 2700
- Managed a large literary collection
- Taught and provided assistance for on-line databases, research and technology
- Planned and coordinated activities and special events for the faculty and school
- Worked closely with teams to successfully improve student performance
0-5 years of experience
- Developed curriculum to assist students in research
- Maintained and selected age appropriate materials
- Coordinated the selection of professional materials needed by staff
- Promoted Reading Literacy through whole school reading programs such as Rebecca Caudill contest, and family reading night
- Enhanced communications curriculum with regular book talks and community library guest visits
- Approximately 800 students and staff assisted throughout the year
0-5 years of experience
Developed and taught lessons for students in grades kindergarten-8
- Planned and collaborated with staff in library classroom
- Provided research assistance to students and staff
- Evaluated educational materials for use in library classroom
- Created and implemented educational materials with and for students
- Assisted SLMS with necessary clerical tasks
0-5 years of experience
- Received multiple Highly Effective Ratings under the DCPS teacher effectiveness scale
- Oversaw a school library and technology program for 350 preschool to 5th grade students and 60 faculty and staff, teaching 18 classes per week in a fast-paced environment
- Maintained a relevant, organized, and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of patron needs
- Managed up to $60,000 annual library and technology budget
- Provided guidance, training, and direction to full-time library aide
- Created monthly progress and analytical reports on circulation statistics to be given to administration and district heads
- Built partnerships with local museums, libraries, businesses, and schools
10+ years of experience
Computerized library book check-out system, updating to the Alexandria system, in all four MV school libraries. Used the SMARTMARC program to enter entire collections onto computer system.
- Wrote new K-5 Library Skills curriculum to match district's 2003 Standards and Benchmarks.
- Oversaw collections, maintaining book circulations, assisting students and teachers with book requests and class related research needs, repairing old books, recovering overdue books and completing end-of-year inventories.
- Processed new books, entered records onto computer system and barcoded books, prepared orders for new books and supplies.
- Managed the transferring of Earlville and Delhi Elementary and Middle School libraries into new buildings, reorganized Johnston and MVHS libraries.
- Brought three elementary school libraries up to date to Scholastic Reading Counts programs guidelines.
- Taught weekly library skills classes covering library layout, research tools, the Dewey Decimal System, and the computer system to 3rd, 4th and 5th grade classes in the three Maquoketa Valley elementary schools.
- Coordinated annual Book Fairs, planning reading celebrations and associated literary activities at all three MV elementary schools.
0-5 years of experience
- Wrote library media curriculum based on the ISAIL and the common core standards
- Collaborated with faculty at two schools to integrate information literacy into the curriculum
- Created reading programs such as "Cocoa with Ms.Casey" to promote reading for enjoyment and reinforce genres.
- Developed a library web page for 24/7 access to a variety of sources and online activities
0-5 years of experience
Implemented library and media programs that enhance student learning and complement classroom instruction.
- Assisted students to become enthusiastic readers, skilled researchers and ethical users of information.
- Organized and coordinated trainings for school administrators, professional staff related to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) integration in the classroom.
- Mentored teachers and monitored the effectiveness of STEM instruction through the use of SMART Board technology and technical software and other devices.
0-5 years of experience
Implemented library and media programs that enhance student learning and complement classroom instruction.
- Assisted students to become enthusiastic readers, skilled researchers and ethical users of information.
- Organized and coordinated trainings for school administrators, professional staff related to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) integration in the classroom.
- Mentored teachers and monitored the effectiveness of STEM instruction through the use of SMART Board technology and technical software and other devices.
0-5 years of experience
Authored policies and procedures administration manual for the Library Media Center based upon national standards.
- Taught information literacy, research skills, and citation method in collaboration with content area experts.
- Selected appropriate information resources to support the curriculum and enhance student learning.
- Designed & delivered faculty training for various software applications and Internet usage.
0-5 years of experience
Organized library, media equipment and facilities for effective and efficient utilization and circulation
- Established an attractive and easily accessible library media center conducive to learning
- Planned lessons with subject teachers that integrated the library media center and multimedia materials within the instructional program
- Provided easy to use instruction to staff and students regarding media equipment
0-5 years of experience
Managed, organized, and supervised library media program in a pre-k through sixth grade facility.
- Provided staff development in the areas of iPads in the classroom, equity mindset, and tech integration.
- Held a facilitator position in the district-wide Equity and Integration Program that aims to strengthen staff capacity to work effectively with learners and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Supervised a full-time media technology assistant, district technology assistant, and volunteers.
- Served as Webmaster for the library media center website.
- Participated in school-sponsored events to support the school and to cultivate relationships with families.
- Carried out roles and responsibilities related to instruction of district media/technology outcomes, instructional collaboration with classroom teachers, and district media/technology curriculum development.
- Encouraged a love of reading by creating a student book reviewer club, providing book talks, and giving book suggestions to individual students based on their interests and reading level.
0-5 years of experience
Successfully managed school library
- Provided library instruction to 450 K-6 students weekly
- Created lesson plans for K-6 students
- Instructed 3rd Grade testing (Success Program)
- Performed classroom substitution
0-5 years of experience
Made recommendations for library media center, budget expenditures, recommends appropriate materials to supplement curriculum areas.
- Followed lesson plans and presented information and library instruction
- Used technology (LCD Projector, Computer, Scanner, Overhead Projector and etc.)
- Maintained all on-going and daily functions of the school media center including the use of electronic resources software (Follett Software, Title Wave, Accelerated Reader, Online Encyclopedias and etc.)
- Established library media center policy and procedures consistent with district and technology mission statement, maintain accurate up to date records of all budgetary transaction.
- Processed books and made spine labels
- Assisted teachers and students in locating websites and books.
0-5 years of experience
Directed a library for grades K-12 and implemented story programming, early research skills, or basic technology assistance.
- Worked with teachers to supplement class projects.
- Responsible for two budget accounts (LMC and yearbook).
- Cataloged and processed a back log of over 500 titles; weeded over 800 books. Shelf read and reorganized sections for easier access.
- Revitalized the image of the center by updating its appearance.
- Maintained Spectrum automation system supported by Follett.
- Taught daily yearbook class of 13 12th graders emphasizing a journalist approach. Worked constantly under deadlines. Corresponded with parents, faculty and publisher's staff. Contacted professionals in journalism for class room visits.
- Designed a 64 page yearbook online for grades PreK-6.
years of experience
Analyzed and revitalized collection to align with the Virginia SOL
- Collaborated with grade levels to integrate research and media literacy into lessons
- Coordinated volunteers for semiannual book fair
- Managed library budget according to county guidelines
- Managed technology resources in collaboration with ITRT
- Planed and implemented student centered learning activities for over 950 students grade Pre-K through 5.
0-5 years of experience
- Ordered materials and equipment for entire school
- Assisted faculty and students with technology on a daily basis
- Oversaw school's student-based morning news program with high-tech equipment and software
- Oversaw a collection of approximately 23, 000 materials and maintained a budget of $12,500
- Provided over 650 students and 75 staff members with educational materials necessary for teaching and learning
- Corresponded frequently with local government officials and school board officials to meet supply demands
0-5 years of experience
Planned and coordinated school book fairs and other annual programs and campaigns
- Organized library for more efficient use
- Reviewed and purchased appropriate, student-centered library materials
- Cataloged and inventoried library materials
- Coordinated Accelerated Reading (AR) Program for students and faculty
- Trained faculty on use of AR procedures
- Created policies and procedures for school library use
- Advised readers of all ages on appropriate material
0-5 years of experience
Grades PreK-5 and LINC
- Taught weekly library classes, which include story time, research, STAAR prep, Dewey Decimal
- Followed curriculum frameworks for all grade levels and provided teachers with supplemental
- Presented technology training and modeled literacy lessons for new teachers
- Chaired campus committees, including technology and literacy
- Administrator/coordinator for campus Accelerated Reader program
- Participated in Teacher/Student mentor program, as well as a trusted confidant to several students
- Assisted data analyst as needed, including TELPAS verifier, small group STAAR benchmark and test administration, and providing data to support student progress monitoring
- Evaluated and assessed the efficacy of library circulation, usage, and minutes spent reading for multiple grade levels within campus on an ongoing basis
- Collaborated and effectively communicated with all stakeholders (parents, students, colleagues) to encourage effective library media and technology usage, material selection processes, and educate on effective research skills both in text and online
0-5 years of experience
Taught 30 classes per week to grades K-5
- Circulated books and resources to students, faculty, and staff
- Supervised library clerks and parent volunteers
- Maintained and updated the library website
0-5 years of experience
- Served as information research specialist and technology facilitator.
- Performed inventory control, budgeting, and purchasing analyses for acquiring media resources.
- Managed all media scheduling for staff, students, programs, and testing.
- Coordinated distance learning and hybrid courses with area college.
- Assisted senior students with career assessments such as KUDER.
0-5 years of experience
Create and meet goals, roles and responsibilities for this new position within the district
- In charge of creating a "Library Curriculum" for the district (Pre-K through 6th)
- Responsible for over 550 students within the library media center
- Teach self-created literacy lessons that align to the Common Core State Standards in an effort to help students achieve their literacy goals
- Responsible for maintaining all aspects of the Library Media center
- Design and implement a "Technology Curriculum" (Kindergarten through 6th grade) which encourages and teaches students to use technology through various programs
- In charge of an after school "Computer Club" which focuses on project based learning through the use of technology
0-5 years of experience
Taught Study Skills to 5th and 6th grade students
- Provided information services to students and staff
- Managed school library media center
- Supervised library aide
0-5 years of experience
Summer school Library Media Specialist (SA BOCES)
- Supervised staff.
- Created library procedures and policies in the guidelines of the school board.
- Assisted seniors in their senior research project.
- Implemented new technologies such as a library webpage and online databases.
- Served as a liaison to the Steuben Allegany BOCES School Library System.
- Coached the Academic All Star Team.
- Managed Library Budget
6-10 years of experience
Oversee collection development, analyze patron needs, review incoming materials and obtain copyright permissions. Set borrowing and lending policies for Inter-Library loans, verify citations & requests and locate materials. Manage online catalogs and databases, create original catalog records and assign LC classifications.
- Evaluate and select library materials to meet the curricular and individual needs of students.
- Assist students in use of library resources and materials; integrate library services and multi-media materials with the academic curricula; coordinate with faculty to ensure services meet student/teacher needs.
- Maintain library catalog and records of LMC materials; plan, equip and maintain the facility for maximum productivity and usability; purchase print and non-print LMC materials and ensure collection stays current.
- Recruit, train and deploy volunteer and student staff and library personnel to provide quality LMC services.
- Liaise with executive management and manage community relations; evaluate services and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
6-10 years of experience
Oversee collection development, analyze patron needs, review incoming materials and obtain copyright permissions. Set borrowing and lending policies for Inter-Library loans, verify citations & requests and locate materials. Manage online catalogs and databases, create original catalog records and assign LC classifications.
- Evaluate and select library materials to meet the curricular and individual needs of students.
- Assist students in use of library resources and materials; integrate library services and multi-media materials with the academic curricula; coordinate with faculty to ensure services meet student/teacher needs.
- Maintain library catalog and records of LMC materials; plan, equip and maintain the facility for maximum productivity and usability; purchase print and non-print LMC materials and ensure collection stays current.
- Recruit, train and deploy volunteer and student staff and library personnel to provide quality LMC services.
- Liaise with executive management and manage community relations; evaluate services and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
0-5 years of experience
Planned story-times and library visits for grades pre-k through sixth every Friday.
- Supervised the Accelerated Reader Program and student testing.
- Supervised the STAR reading program and student testing.
- Supervised and ran the Scholastic Book Fair.
- Provided information literacy instruction for staff and students.
0-5 years of experience
- Operated integrated circulation system for bibliographic records, patron records, and library materials
- Provided reference support for students, faculty, and staff.
- Maintained reference query tracking record.
- Supervised and trained student assistants in the procedures of the library.
- Assisted patrons with technical operations including computers, photocopiers, scanners, and printers.
- Edited and entered book cataloging entry data, following MARC procedures.
- Repaired damaged books.
- Acquired and processed materials for circulation.
0-5 years of experience
- Managed the school media center, maintained inventory and ongoing collection development
- Instructed school community (staff and students) on using print, electronic and Inter-Library Loan resources
- Collaborated with teachers in information literacy and research instruction for K-5th graders
- Taught 6th grade Language Arts
- Prepared monthly circulation statistics reports and attended monthly meetings with district librarians for professional development
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted students and faculty with multiple technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, SMART technologies, graphic software, and navigation software.
- Taught information technology to 25 classes, totaling 500 students.
- Co-taught classes on technology with full-time faculty.
- Developed and managed budget for library media center.
- Taught library and technology units of study.
0-5 years of experience
Collaborated with Third and Fourth Grade classroom teachers to develop and implement student produced computer projects that incorporated, New York State learning standards
- Provided reader's advisory to students in grades K-4, using Fountas and Pinnell guidelines
- Successfully facilitated book fairs and author/illustrator visits
- Ordered and cataloged library materials to develop a library collection
- MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Publisher, MS Excel, Vision
- SMART Notebook, OPALS, Follett Destiny, Follett Circulation/Catalog Plus
- Adobe PhotoStory 3, Windows MovieMaker, Prezi
0-5 years of experience
Oversaw all aspects of the operation of the school library program.
- Developed plans and procedures for the improvement of the library program and provide general resources and advice to students, faculty and staff.
- Participated collaboratively and professionally with other faculty and staff to determine materials for purchase, promote the general well-being of the school community, and interest of its staff and student body.
- Presented weekly library time activities (stories and bibliographic instruction as appropriate) for students in preschool through 4th grade.
- Taught lower school technology courses, support students and staff in the use of classroom technology.
- Participated in middle and lower school activities and assemblies and middle school advisory.
6-10 years of experience
Supporting curriculum through collection development by using my knowledge of books and authors to assist students and teachers with library selections.
- Updating students on the use of the Internet as a reference tool to access the latest information as well as how to differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
- Teaching fact finding and critical thinking skills in guiding and motivating students to locate and use a wide variety of media materials.
- Actively planning and collaborating with teachers in the selection of print and multimedia materials into their instructional program.
- Entering existing books into the system using on-line MARC records usingFollett Destiny following AACR2 rules.
- Instructing students on the use of various computer software and the use of the Dewey Decimal System.
0-5 years of experience
Implement, plan, and deliver lessons about computer and library skills to students in grades K-4
- Facilitate learning through the use of a SmartBoard and other technologies
- Effectuate classroom management using a variety of strategies
- Provide small group instruction by pulling-out struggling kindergarteners and first graders to help with reading strategies
- Organize and run Scholastic Book Fair
0-5 years of experience
- Maintain and develop digital and print collection valued at over $600K, adhering to collection development standards
- Implement variety of web-based programs, technology tools, apps, and social media to engage patrons and promote library collections
- Collaborate with teachers to develop library integrated lessons supporting 21st century learning initiatives; provide teacher training
- Presenter and attendee at annual Texas Library Association Conference; TLA member
- Presenter to UHCL summer library students on librarian-teacher collaboration
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