Crystal Walker
Librarian And Information Specialist
Petal,MS
Summary
Versatile archivist and librarian blending academic expertise from the University of Southern Mississippi with dynamic middle school teaching experience over two years. Three degrees attest to the commitment to learning. A maestro of time management, adept at building meaningful connections, and skilled in budgeting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Library Associate
The Library of Hattiesburg, Petal, and Forrest Co.
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with librarians to develop and implement engaging programs and events for the community.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for library users by regularly shelving items and updating displays.
- Provided reference assistance to patrons, utilizing various print and digital sources to answer questions accurately and efficiently.
- Streamlined book circulation process for improved efficiency and reduced wait times for patrons.
- Assisted patrons with technology-related questions about computers or devices available within the library.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
Graduate Assistant, Archivist
University Of Southern Mississippi
09.2023 - Current
- Streamlined usage by creating organizational systems for newly digitized records and documents.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Researched and recorded origins, provenance, and historical significance of archival materials.
- Developed classification systems to facilitate public access to archived materials.
Tutor
Self
05.2016 - 06.2024
- Tutored students of all ages in math, English, science, and history
- Worked with children based on their individual learning preferences.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Improved test scores by focusing on reading comprehension, math, and critical thinking skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Integrated technology into sessions to further enhance student learning.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Responded to after hours email and telephone requests to provide students assistance with specific questions.
7th Grade English Teacher
N.R. Burger Middle School
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Regular Teacher/Experience Teacher
Abc
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Teaching Chinese students from ages 4-13 English lessons up to five lessons per day
- Prepared props for the lesson, filled out memos on how the students did in the lessons, and corrected their level if needed.
- Show students what it would be like to have lessons with 31Abc.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Masters - Library And Information Science
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS 01.2024 - Current
Certification - Special Collections And Archives
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS 01.2024 - Current
Master of Arts - Art of Teaching, Secondary
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS 06.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS 08.2014 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS 08.2014 - 08.2018
Skills
Verbal and written communication
Additional Information
- LICENSES :: , 7-12 English Teaching License :: 7-12 Social Studies Teaching License ::Licensed in Special Needs Education
Accomplishments
- Guest speaker at Mississippi Library Asso. annual conference in Natchez, MS 2024
- Lead archivist on the Tana Hoban Papers at De Grummond Children's Special Collection
- Guest speaker at the annual Society of Mississippi Archivists Conference in Jackson, MS 2024
- Directed the creation of The Tiger Collective, the first student run digital magazine at N.R. Burger.
- Planned and oversaw the organization of National Novel Writing Month at N.R. Burger.
- Guest Speaker at the RESAs 2021 Making Connections Conference at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Coliseum.
- Graduated from Mississippi State's master's program with a 4.0.
- Member of the Golden Key Society, MSU Chapter.
Conferences and Professional Activites
Conferences and Professional Presentations:
“Technically Co-Teaching” June 10, 2021. Southern RESA. Biloxi, Mississippi.
“Freedom in the Finding Aids: Civil Rights Collections newly processed under NHPRC grant” April 18, 2024. Society of Mississippi Archivists. Jackson, Mississippi.
“Shelf Expression: Empowering Teens in Library Programs” October 10, 2024. Mississippi Library Association. Natchez, Mississippi.
Publications:
"Bringing Virtual Escape Rooms to the Library", Fonds & Feathers. 4. 2024
“Phantasmagoria”, Lulu Press 2024
“The Lab”, Primal Fears, Pro Se Productions 2017
“La Ballarine” The Indigo, William Carey University 2016
“The Priestess’ Trunk”, Southern Haunts 3: Magic in the Moonlight, Seventh Star Press 2014
“Dead End”, Southern Haunts 2: Devils in the Darkness,Seventh Star Press 2013
"Oblivion's Heart", Amazon Direct Publishing 2013
Affiliations
- Mississippi Library Association
- Modern Language Association
- Golden Key Society, Mississippi Chapter
- Sigma Tau Delta, English Honors Society
- Society of Mississippi Archivists
Proficiencies
- Editing
- Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Google Apps
- PowerPoint
- Creative Writing
- Research
- Leadership
- Communication
- Self-Teaching
Timeline
Library Associate
The Library of Hattiesburg, Petal, and Forrest Co.
05.2024 - Current
Masters - Library And Information Science
University of Southern Mississippi
01.2024 - Current
Certification - Special Collections And Archives
University of Southern Mississippi
01.2024 - Current
Graduate Assistant, Archivist
University Of Southern Mississippi
09.2023 - Current
7th Grade English Teacher
N.R. Burger Middle School
08.2020 - 05.2022
Master of Arts - Art of Teaching, Secondary
Mississippi State University
06.2020 - 07.2021
Regular Teacher/Experience Teacher
Abc
05.2019 - 07.2020
Tutor
Self
05.2016 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English
William Carey University
08.2014 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Carey University
08.2014 - 08.2018
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