Billie J. Hoag
Lancaster,OH
Summary
Resourceful District Librarian with 16 years in school libraries, with experience preparing reports, presentations, executing events, preparing articles for publication in a local newspaper, assisting with reference service, book selections, ordering resources, collection development, and copycat cataloging. I’m looking to step into a library management position or an academic library setting. Highly committed and enthusiastic with hardworking mentality to maintain a quality of product and services for all patrons.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
District Librarian
New Lexington City Schools
New Lexington , OH
08.2014 - Current
- DLT (District Leadership Team) BLT (Building Leadership Team), Media Club / Morning Announcements
- Managed patron flow throughout each day : 24/7 Access
- Located requested books and resources using ILS and retrieved per request
- Assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction
- Attractive and informative library exhibits
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer issues
- Trained students and staff on use of library technology
- Maintained collection for continuity of service
- Answered patrons' questions via in-person reference interviews and electronic communications
- Expanded library collection and programs in response to educational needs and requests.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Attended Library of Congress Summer Institute on Primary Sources
- Librarian of Month in Ohio through OELMA
- OELMA Conference Director
- INFOhio ICoach and Advisory Board member
- Stayed abreast of latest trends and strategies in field by reading trade publications and attending conferences
- Set schedules for student workers and monitored activities
- Regularly updated library website using Destiny Library Manager
- Received and processed new acquisitions for library as budget permitted
- Published "The Panther Post" page in local community newspaper
- Developed and implemented inter-district reading competition on yearly basis
- Wrote and won grants. (LSTA, Operation Round-Up, FOP, Buckeye Children's Book Award, Laura Bush)
- Organized and executed book fairs
School Library Media Specialist
Fairfield Christian Academy
Lancaster, OH
08.2006 - 01.2014
- Managed Primary and Secondary Libraries
- Provided Instruction in Use of INFOhio Databases/OhioLink/Online Resources
- Taught research skills, technology, information, digital and media literacy skills
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk
- Conducted reference interviews with patrons and assisted to find desired materials
- Answered patron questions in-person regarding library services and resources
- Learned how to catalogue and managed collection
- Maintained circulation desk for lending periodicals and books to patrons
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books
- Administrator of Accelerated Reader programming in 1st - 8th grades
- Organized reading competitions between school districts
- Conducted professional development for teachers on PD days
- Collaborated with Barnes & Noble to hold annual book fairs
- Administrator of Destiny Library Manager, ILS
- Received and processed new acquisitions for library collections
- Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning
- Taught 7th grade Computer Classes
- Taught 8th grade Reading Classes
Teacher (online)
ECOT
Columbus, OH
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Online Instruction for 7th Grade Virtual Academy: Language Arts, Science, Math, Social Studies
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
Elementary Teacher
Worthington Christian Elementary
Worthington, OH
08.1997 - 06.2000
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- 25 - 28 students per class: Requested active boys : Strength
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns
- Highest scores on student testing each year
Elementary Teacher
Big Walnut Elementary Schools
Sunbury, Ohio
08.1985 - 06.1989
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Completed pilot program on Literature Based Reading instruction with ODE
Columbus
Education
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Akron
Akron, OH05.1984
Skills
- Library Services: Customer service, Reference services,
- Strong initiative and independent judgment
- Knowledge of computers, internet, and library software systems
- Ability to motivate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, volunteers, other community agencies and public
- Demonstrated knowledge of library materials and resources in K - 12 community and willingness to learn higher levels
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
- Positive attitude toward library users with special needs
- Collection analysis and development
- ALA / OELMA / NC Library Association Memberships
- Verbal and written communication
- Cataloging
Accomplishments
- Created a reading competition between school districts.
- Awarded a week at the Library of Congress as a Primary Source Summer Institute attendee.
- OELMA Librarian of the Month
- South Central Power Operation Round-Up Grant Winner
- Perma-Bound Buckeye Book Teen Award Grant Winner
- LSTA Grant Winner
- FOP Grant Winner
Affiliations
OELMA
Certification
PreK - 12 Certification and Licensure (Library Media) Ohio Department of Education : 2020 - 2025
Elementary 1 - 8 Certification and Licensure, Ohio Department of Education : 2020 - 2025
INFOhio ICoach : https://www.infohio.org/campus/icoach (renewed annually)
Timeline
District Librarian
New Lexington City Schools
08.2014 - Current
School Library Media Specialist
Fairfield Christian Academy
08.2006 - 01.2014
Teacher (online)
ECOT
08.2005 - 06.2006
Elementary Teacher
Worthington Christian Elementary
08.1997 - 06.2000
Elementary Teacher
Big Walnut Elementary Schools
08.1985 - 06.1989
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Akron
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