Angela M. Buis
Summary
Dedicated educator committed to creating a library atmosphere that is stimulating, encouraging and supportive for all students.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Media Specialist
Springfield Public Schools
Springfield, MO, MO
08.2018 - Current
- Sourced materials that met current needs, drove curiosity and supported learning.
- Organized all aspects of library, including media supplies, main catalog, and special equipment.
- Maintained first-rate service by quickly repairing or replacing damaged materials and equipment according to library budget.
- Handled troubleshooting of chromebooks, made simple repairs, placed work orders as needed.
- Worked to ensure all students in our building had internet access, through assignment of Kajeets.
- Sponsored an after school cooking club in the library.
- Held school-wide reading challenges, and promotions to foster a love of reading.
- Utilized costumes, props, puppets, etc. for literacy lessons to fully engage students.
Launch English Teacher
Launch
Springfield, MO
06.2020 - 01.2023
- Assigned reading and homework with reasonable deadlines and detailed instructions.
- Prepared informative classroom lectures on literature, poetry and historical authors to engage and educate students.
- Repeated key lesson information to teach grammar and help students grasp concepts.
ELA/SS Teacher
Study Alternative Center
Springfield, MO
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction
- Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Created, implemented, and funded through a grant proposal a cooking program for my students.
- Utilized alternative methods to reach resistant readers, i.e. podcasts, improv exercises, creation of how to videos.
- Organized field trips to enrich the overall life experience of students.
Paraprofessional at Delaware Elementary
Springfield Public Schools
Springfield, MO
02.2014 - 05.2014
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays.
- Helped prepare daily lesson plans for activities and lessons.
- Communicated effectively with educators from various grade levels.
- Observed students to supply teachers with feedback regarding potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Provided one-to-one support within the regular ed classroom.
Medical Transcriptionist
MedQuist
06.2002 - 05.2009
- Translated medical jargon and short-hand data into correct terminology.
- Transferred transcribed materials into the electronic health records system.
- Evaluated accuracy and compliance of all documentation and reports.
- Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Regulations by appropriately handling patient information.
Explore Teacher
Springfield Public Schools
Springfield, MO
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- 2015 technology class, Holland Elementary.
- 2016 Into the Wild Gray Elementary.
- 2017 Librarian and Makerspace Reed Academy
- 2018 Watkins Library, Reed second session.
- Supervised students on weekly field trips.
- Supported students use of technology and digital citizenship.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Drury University
2015
Associate of Arts - Teaching
Ozarks Technical Community College
2013
Certificate in Medical Transcription - Medical Transcription
Cox College of Nursing
2002
Certifications
Skills
- Building strong relationships with students
- Anticipating and meeting basic, as well as emotional needs of students
- Excellent classroom management
- Google Doc
- Google Spreadsheets
- Google Slides
- Canvas
- CPR/First-aid certified
- Tutoring and after school help
Affiliations
- 2015 Youth Empowerment Project grant funded in the amount of $300.
- 2016 Mrs. B's Calm Down Corner of Positivity in the amount of $579 funded through Donors Choose.
- 2016 Mrs. B's Snack Drawer in the amount of $378.
- Mrs. B's Snack Drawer June of 2017 in the amount of $689.
- August 2017 received $525 from Back to School Grant, through Foundation for SPS, to fund the Little Free Library.
- September 2017 Power of One recipient.
- Master Learner Year 3
- August of 2019 received 3 grants totaling $2100 to purchase PlayAway devices for the library, and install a Little Free Library.
- Build UP Award November 2020
- Linda Luke Librarian of the year 2020
- Serving as the building Access Champion
Timeline
Launch English Teacher
Launch
06.2020 - 01.2023
Library Media Specialist
Springfield Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
ELA/SS Teacher
Study Alternative Center
08.2015 - 05.2018
Paraprofessional at Delaware Elementary
Springfield Public Schools
02.2014 - 05.2014
Medical Transcriptionist
MedQuist
06.2002 - 05.2009
Explore Teacher
Springfield Public Schools
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Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Drury University
Associate of Arts - Teaching
Ozarks Technical Community College
Certificate in Medical Transcription - Medical Transcription
Cox College of Nursing
Certifications