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Bethany Berry

Madison,MS

Summary

Dynamic Library Media Specialist with a proven track record at Madison Avenue Upper Elementary, excelling in collection development and promoting literacy through engaging programs. Skilled in team collaboration and organizational strategies, I effectively enhanced student learning and fostered a love for reading, ensuring resources met diverse student needs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Library Media Specialist

Madison Avenue Upper Elementary
08.2014 - Current
  • Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
  • Promoted literacy by organizing engaging author visits, book fairs, and reading incentive programs.

Literacy Specialist

Madison County Schools
07.2013 - 06.2014
  • Enhanced student learning by collaborating with teachers to develop differentiated instruction strategies.
  • Implemented research-based approaches such as guided reading groups to deliver differentiated instruction tailored to individual learner needs.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of literacy programs through ongoing data analysis, making adjustments as needed to maximize results.

4th Grade Teacher

Madison Avenue Upper Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2013
  • Self Contained 4 of the 6 years.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
  • Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.

4th Grade Teacher

Lincoln County School District
08.2005 - 06.2007

Self Contained Teacher

Junior High Cheer Sponsor

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Mississippi College
Clinton, MS
05-2005

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Scheduling
  • Collection development
  • Reading promotion

Accomplishments

MAUE Teacher of the Year 2017-2018


Certification

Elementary Education (K-4)

English (7-12)

Media Librarian (K-12)

Timeline

Library Media Specialist

Madison Avenue Upper Elementary
08.2014 - Current

Literacy Specialist

Madison County Schools
07.2013 - 06.2014

4th Grade Teacher

Madison Avenue Upper Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2013

4th Grade Teacher

Lincoln County School District
08.2005 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Mississippi College
Bethany Berry