Anna Lee Arevalo
Alief ISD
Richmond,TX
26
years of professional experience
Dedicated elementary school librarian with 20+ years of experience supporting student learning through reference services, collection development, and multimedia tools. Strong background in collaborating with teachers, leading library programs, and aligning resources with curriculum goals. Known for creating welcoming, student-centered spaces that strengthen literacy and engagement.
Work History
Elementary School Librarian
17 Years 10 Months- Assisted students and teachers with research, reader selection, and library technology use.
- Supported collection development by processing new books, supplies, and instructional resources.
- Managed circulation, check-in, and check-out processes for student and staff library materials.
- Organized shelving, labeling, and reshelving to maintain accurate library collection access.
- Trained volunteers and student helpers on library procedures, shelving standards, and circulation tasks.
- Collaborated with teachers to support classroom literacy activities and reading engagement.
- Assisted in budget management by selecting appropriate resources based on curriculum needs and cost-effectiveness analysis.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives by serving on committees focused on literacy, technology integration, or curriculum development.
- Implemented innovative programming such as author visits, book clubs, and Makerspaces to engage students in the library community.
- Utilized technology tools such as e-books, iPads, and online databases to enhance students'' learning experiences in the library setting.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within school the librarianship field.
- Trained and supervised library staff, volunteers and other personnel.
- Coordinated library routines, ensuring smooth daily operations and consistent service delivery.
- Cultivated partnerships with local organizations such as public libraries or cultural institutions to provide additional educational opportunities for students.
- Established a welcoming library atmosphere by fostering an inclusive environment for all students and staff members.
- Trained student volunteers in various aspects of library operations such as shelving books, assisting patrons, and organizing special events.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop cross-curricular projects, integrating library resources into classroom instruction.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
- Resolved patrons' complaints tactfully and professionally.
- Taught children about library practices via individual and group instruction.
- Classified and coded different types of materials according to library policies and organizational standards.
- Joined forces with teachers and administrators to support curriculum content, learning outcomes and student information needs.
- Notified supervisors when major equipment repairs were needed.
- Directed total budgeting, purchasing and scheduling operations and wrote successful grants to fund innovative library and media projects.
Elementary School Librarian
8 Years- Promoted reading comprehension and literary appreciation through engaging book talks and reading programs.
- Developed strong rapport with students, encouraging them to seek assistance with research and reading needs.
- Facilitated professional growth among fellow teachers by sharing best practices and resources for integrating library skills into classroom instruction.
- Maintained catalog accuracy through inventory checks, record updates, and material repairs.
- Managed circulation, check-in, and check-out processes for student and staff library materials.
- Classified and coded different types of materials according to library policies and organizational standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
- Relevant Coursework: Alternative Certification Program, Library Science Resources Certification, Bilingual/ESL Certification
Skills
Collection development
Curriculum support
Multimedia resources
Student engagement
Reading promotion
Multimedia tools
Fluent in Spanish
Interests
Enjoy participating in walking for overall physical and mental well-being.
Mindfulness Practices
Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness.
I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles.
Exploring famous landmarks
historical sites
and cultural attractions in a new destination.
Crafting and DIY Projects
I like trying new recipes and food trends.
Timeline
Elementary School Librarian
Alief ISD
08.2004 - 06.2022Read More
Elementary School Librarian
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District
06.1996 - 06.2004Read More
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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Grants
Secured a $5,000 in funding grant to expand high-interest book collections and to purchase essential learning supplies directly supporting student literacy goals.