Detail-oriented library professional specializing in reference materials. Always looking for ways to improve processes and help patrons. Dedicated to keeping materials and facilities clean and orderly.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reference Librarian
Texas A&M University-Central Texas
2023.09 - Current
The Library Reference Associate, under general supervision, analyzes clientele needs, interprets library resources, and facilitates their use by students, faculty, support staff, and other members of the academic community.
School Librarian
Killeen Independent School District
2023.08 - 2023.10
Prepares, justifies, and administers the school library program budget to support specific program goals
Establishes processes and procedures for selection, acquisition, circulation, resource sharing, and other activities that ensure appropriate resources are available when needed.
School Librarian
Fort Worth Independent School District
2022.08 - 2023.08
Prepares, justifies, and administers the school library program budget to support specific program goals
Establishes processes and procedures for selection, acquisition, circulation, resource sharing, and other activities that ensure appropriate resources are available when needed.
SLIS Graduate Assistant
Texas Woman's University
2021.08 - 2022.01
Assisted professors in various assignments and tasks related to faculty scholarly activities and teaching preparations.
TOPS, Registrar (Contractor)
Stride/ K12
2020.08 - 2020.12
Processed student records, withdrawals, and data information changes
Maintained student-level databases and created customized reports.
Elementary School Teacher
Classroom Teacher
2017.08 - 2019.06
Developed and implemented lesson plans, conducted assessments, managed classroom behavior, and communicated with parents and colleagues.
3rd Grade Classroom Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
2016.01 - 2017.01
Developed and implemented lesson plans, conducted assessments, managed classroom behavior, and communicated with parents and colleagues.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
2015.01 - 2016.01
Developed and implemented lesson plans, conducted assessments, managed classroom behavior, and communicated with parents and colleagues.
Planetarium Assistant & Reservationist
Central Texas College
2010.01 - 2015.08
Assisted with planetarium shows, ticket sales, and general operations of the planetarium.
At-Risk Aide
Killeen Independent School District
2014.01 - 2015.01
Assisted in providing support to at-risk students in an elementary school setting.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Baylor Scott & White Hospital
2012.09 - 2014.12
Worked in the urology clinic, maintaining vital signs, medical records, and assisting with patient care.
Computer Lab Technician
Texas A&M University- Central Texas
2008.12 - 2009.12
Provided technical support and assistance in computer labs, including equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
Education
Master in Library Science With School Librarian Certification -
Texas Woman's University
05.2022
Master of Science in Educational Psychology (emphasis in Experimental Psychology) -
Texas A&M University- Central Texas
05.2016
Bachelor of Science/ Psychology -
Tarleton State University
12.2009
Associate Degree- Social Science -
Central Texas College
08.2009
High School Diploma -
Killeen High School
05.2006
Skills
Interlibrary Loan Processes
Problem-Solving Skills
Community Engagement
Research Expertise
Certification
Texas Educator Certificate, Generalist Grades (EC-6), 07/22/2016 until 06/30/2022
Texas Educator Certificate, School Librarian (EC-12), 07/01/2022 until 06/30/2028
References
Gretchen L. Hoffman, Ph.D., Texas Woman's University: School of Library and Information Studies, ghoffman@twu.edu, GA Assignment and Professor
Kathryn Loomis, Ph.D., Texas Woman's University: School of Library and Information Studies, kloomis1@twu.edu, Practicum Professor
Tatiana Czarnecki, Killeen Independent School District: Clear Creek Elementary School, tatiana.czarnecki@killeenisd.org, Grade Level Teammate (Teacher)
Arla Clarke, Killeen Independent School District: Killeen High School, arla.clarke@killeenisd.org, Practicum Supervisor
Dr. Kelli Taulton, Fort Worth Independent School District: Hazel Harvey Peace School, kelli.taulton@fwisd.org, Principal
Dr. Melanie Harris, Fort Worth Independent School District: Hazel Harvey Peace School, melonee.harris@fwisd.org, Assistant Principal
Timeline
Reference Librarian
Texas A&M University-Central Texas
2023.09 - Current
School Librarian
Killeen Independent School District
2023.08 - 2023.10
School Librarian
Fort Worth Independent School District
2022.08 - 2023.08
SLIS Graduate Assistant
Texas Woman's University
2021.08 - 2022.01
TOPS, Registrar (Contractor)
Stride/ K12
2020.08 - 2020.12
Elementary School Teacher
Classroom Teacher
2017.08 - 2019.06
3rd Grade Classroom Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
2016.01 - 2017.01
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
2015.01 - 2016.01
At-Risk Aide
Killeen Independent School District
2014.01 - 2015.01
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Baylor Scott & White Hospital
2012.09 - 2014.12
Planetarium Assistant & Reservationist
Central Texas College
2010.01 - 2015.08
Computer Lab Technician
Texas A&M University- Central Texas
2008.12 - 2009.12
Master in Library Science With School Librarian Certification -
Texas Woman's University
Master of Science in Educational Psychology (emphasis in Experimental Psychology) -
Texas A&M University- Central Texas
Bachelor of Science/ Psychology -
Tarleton State University
Associate Degree- Social Science -
Central Texas College
High School Diploma -
Killeen High School
Texas Educator Certificate, Generalist Grades (EC-6), 07/22/2016 until 06/30/2022
Texas Educator Certificate, School Librarian (EC-12), 07/01/2022 until 06/30/2028
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