Bianca N. Spurlock
Richmond,VA
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LIBRARIAN I- YOUNG ADULT
HENRICO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES
04.2023 - Current
- Maintains high level of customer service by addressing and resolving patron concerns or complaints in a timely manner.
- Manages collections of print and electronic data for public and private access via reference and borrowing.
- Manages acquisition process for new materials, ensuring the library's collection remained current and relevant.
- Trains and supervises library staff, volunteers and other personnel.
- Promotes library services and resources through public relations initiatives and community outreach.
- Facilitates community engagement by planning and executing various educational programs, workshops, and events.
- Supports digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST- ELEMENTARY
RICHMOND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Participated in the curriculum development process at both the building and district level to ensure that curricula include the full range of literacy skills (information, media, visual, digital and technological literacy) meet content standards and to develop lifelong learners in K-5th grade
- Coached teachers (K-5th) in and model design and implementation of technology-enhanced learning experiences emphasizing critical thinking, systems thinking, problem identification, formulation and solution, creativity and intellectual curiosity
- Provided leadership and expertise in the selection, acquisition, evaluation and organization of information resources and technologies in all formats, as well as expertise in the ethical use of information
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
- Performed original (including complex) and copy cataloging of all formats of library materials to facilitate their identification, access, and use
- Interpreted and applied Library of Congress subject headings, the Dewey Decimal System, the AACR2, RDA, and the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) manuals in cataloging and classifying library materials
- Infused curriculum and collection using AASL diversity and inclusive standards.
- Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
MIDDLE SCHOOL AND UPPER SCHOOL LIBRARIAN
ST. CATHERINE’S SCHOOL
07.2017 - 08.2021
- Curated and maintained the print and digital library collections, including managing circulation and annual inventories, and cross-platform digital library resource integration and troubleshooting
- Interpreted and applied Library of Congress subject headings, the Dewey Decimal System, the AACR2, RDA, and the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) manuals in cataloging and classifying library materials
- Managed multiple digital database services such as EBSCO Discovery service, ProQuest, Gale, Overdrive, Follett Destiny Library Manager (LMS), SORA ebook app, SpringShare Libguides, streaming video, online periodicals, and other digital research interfaces to ensure consistent, seamless, and fully integrated access to digital tools and resources
- Proficient in educational technology and applications for maximum user experience; using SMARTBoard technology, STEM center, podcast and multilevel blog creation (Fanschool, Seesaw Blog, Edublog, WordPress), use of applications (Padlet, Kahoot!, Quizizz, Flipgrid, Youtube Kids, Book Creator, and Peardeck)
- Created library programming and service in collaboration with faculty, including research and information literacy curriculum
- Provided educational research oriented and diverse professional development for faculty, students, and other librarians
- Actively nurtured strong school reading culture through regularly scheduled and girl-oriented book clubs, book talks, author visits, engaging displays, programming, and activities, etc., for 5-12 grades
- Managed acquisition process for new materials, ensuring the library''s collection remained current and relevant.
LIBRARIAN MEDIA SPECIALIST-SECONDARY
RICHMOND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Performed original and copy cataloging of all formats of library materials to facilitate their identification, access, and use
- Interpreted and applied Library of Congress subject headings, the Dewey Decimal System, the AACR2, RDA, and the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) manuals in cataloging and classifying library materials
- Provided instruction in accessing, evaluating and communicating information and in the production of media to fit within the curricula
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to provide and evaluate instruction in information access
- Provided instruction and training of skills and processes with issues surrounding ethical access and use of information, including copyright, intellectual freedom, privacy and security.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
RICHARD BLAND COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY
01.2016 - 11.2016
- Served as the primary reference and instruction librarian
- Identified new opportunities and pathways for supporting virtual teaching and learning
- Collaborated with administrators, teaching faculty, and students to promote information literacy, learning resources, and instructional excellence
- Managed library’s LibGuides site and maintained standards for all guides
- Identified digital assets to support library’s mission and to support the curriculum’s learning outcomes for each department in the College
- Researched and implemented Open Education Resources (OER) in library’s LibGuides
- Served as Canvas by Instructure LMS Administrator
- Staffed the customer service desk as needed, to include checking out materials, assisting students, and troubleshooting technology issues
- Responsible for the management of instructional design for introductory college courses and online program development projects as assigned
- Designed instruction that reflected understanding of diversity of learners and groups of learners
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND
03.2011 - 01.2016
- Administrative Coordinator to the University Librarian and to the University Library
- Scheduled Library staff meetings; organizes and maintained Center for Learning & Teaching director’s calendars, Digital Scholarship Lab, and IS related meetings
- Used PowerPoint, Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator to create templates and flyers for library related events
- Proficient in Cascade Server software to moderate weekly library blog, Boatbytes, via WordPress blog software and updates About page on Boatwright Library’s website
- Maintained and updated two listservs for library staff and Friends of Boatwright Library
- Worked with events planning, catering, and other vendors for event setup for library and other on-campus organizations or departments
- Used Raiser’s Edge and Blackbaud software to maintain databases for fundraising and membership dues for Friends of Boatwright Library in collaboration with Advancement/Donor Relations
- Supported Customer Service by staffing Information & Assistance Desk periodically- duties include using BannerWeb system and Voyager software
- Worked as a liaison with University Digital Millennium Copyright Act Agent, students, faculty, staff, and companies in reference to Digital Millennium Copyright Act violations
Education
Master of Science in Library and Information Studies -
The Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2015
Master of Liberal Arts - Sociology and African American History
University of Richmond
Richmond, VA05.2012
Bachelor of Individualized Studies - Sociology and African American History
Virginia State University
Chesterfield, VA05.2009
Certification
Library Juice Academy, Strategies to create a more inclusive workplace and library, diverse programming, cultural competency, April 2021
Publications
Co Author- Hall, C., King, M., Raff, B., Robinson, J., Spurlock, B. AASL Developing Inclusive Learners and Activities Guide, American Association of Librarians, 2018
Memberships And Associations
- ALA Annual Conference 2021- Planner/Host- “Beyond the Pandemic: Looking forward after a year of challenges”
- ALA Midwinter Conference 2021-Presenter- “Crowdsourcing for Community: A Conversation about DEI”
- People of Color Conference 2019-2020- Diversity and Books Roundtable Panelist
- ODU LIBS Summer Institute 2019 Presenter- "Diversity in Story: Finding and Discussing Authentic Voices”
- AASL National Conference 2019 Panelist- "A Conversation with Ellen Oh and AASL’s Emerging Leaders”
- ALA Emerging Leaders Poster Session 2018
- AASL Emerging Leaders Group- Co-Author of AASL Developing Inclusive Learners Toolkit- Include Standard
Timeline
LIBRARIAN I- YOUNG ADULT
HENRICO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES
04.2023 - Current
LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST- ELEMENTARY
RICHMOND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2021 - 04.2023
MIDDLE SCHOOL AND UPPER SCHOOL LIBRARIAN
ST. CATHERINE’S SCHOOL
07.2017 - 08.2021
LIBRARIAN MEDIA SPECIALIST-SECONDARY
RICHMOND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
11.2016 - 07.2017
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
RICHARD BLAND COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY
01.2016 - 11.2016
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND
03.2011 - 01.2016
Master of Science in Library and Information Studies -
The Florida State University
Master of Liberal Arts - Sociology and African American History
University of Richmond
Bachelor of Individualized Studies - Sociology and African American History
Virginia State University
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