Work Preference
Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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ASHLEY GUSLER
Open To Work

ASHLEY GUSLER

Flat Rock,MI

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Office AssistantLibrary AssistantAdministrative AssistantSecretary

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Summary

Dedicated substitute teacher and office support professional with high school library assistant and college work-study experience. Skilled in patron assistance, shelving/organization, circulation tasks, and customer service. Bachelor's in General Studies; seeking library assistant or page role in Downriver MI libraries for school-hours or flexible weekdays.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher/ Main Office Support

Edustaff
Flat Rock, MI
10.2020 - Current

Assisted main office with phone routing, visitor check-ins, filing, and confidential records—mirroring library circulation duties.

Supported student research and material organization, ensuring resources were accessible and on-task.

Maintained classroom order and assisted with projects, demonstrating reliability in fast-paced school environments.

Sales Associate/ Cashier

Dollar Tree & Walmart
Woodhaven, MI
10.2017 - 09.2024

Organized and stocked merchandise efficiently, including date checks—transferable to library shelving and inventory.

Handled transactions, returns, and customer inquiries with a friendly demeanor, resolving issues promptly.

Library Student Assistant

Kirtland Community College
Roscommon, MI
2007 - 12.2010

Processed returns, maintained organized shelves, and helped patrons with catalog searches.

Assisted with projects as assigned by head librarian.

  • Trained new student assistants on library policies and operational procedures.
  • Organized returned books and materials and assisted with shelving.
  • Improved library organization by accurately shelving books and other materials according to the Library of Congress Classification system.
  • Assisted library staff with clerical duties to help lighten workload.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment by performing regular cleaning tasks, contributing to a positive atmosphere for patrons.
  • Performed circulation duties such as checking materials in and out, renewing items, and registering new patrons, ensuring efficient service at the front desk.
  • Aided patrons with use and access to technology, resources and materials.
  • Accessed library catalog to review ownership and circulation status.

Library Student Worker

Mio AuSable Schools
Mio, MI
2004 - 06.2006
  • Assisted patrons with locating resources and navigating library systems.
  • Organized and cataloged library materials to enhance accessibility for users.
  • Supported daily operations by managing checkouts, returns, and renewals efficiently.
  • Maintained cleanliness and order in library spaces to provide welcoming environment.
  • Researched and recommended new materials based on patron interests and needs.
  • Developed strong organizational skills through sorting returned items into proper categories for reshelving purposes.
  • Enhanced library patron satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly customer service at the circulation desk.
  • Used Dewey Decimal System to accurately shelve library collections.
  • Used library catalog system to assist patrons with locating books and other materials.
  • Performed routine library services such as checking out books, periodicals and other materials.

Education

Associate of Arts - Education & Arts

Kirtland Community College
Roscommon, MI
12-2010

Bachelor of General Studies - undefined

Eastern Michigan University
04-2025

Skills

Customer service and patron assistance

Shelving, organization, and inventory (Dewey Decimal)

Circulation desk operations (check-in/out)

Computer literacy (library catalogs, databases, Microsoft Office)

Record keeping and data entry

Multi-tasking in fast-paced environments

Communication with diverse groups (students, public)

Attention to detail and reliability

Timeline

Substitute Teacher/ Main Office Support

Edustaff
10.2020 - Current

Sales Associate/ Cashier

Dollar Tree & Walmart
10.2017 - 09.2024

Bachelor of General Studies - undefined

Eastern Michigan University

Library Student Assistant

Kirtland Community College
2007 - 12.2010

Library Student Worker

Mio AuSable Schools
2004 - 06.2006

Associate of Arts - Education & Arts

Kirtland Community College