Cailin O'Neal
Accord,NY
Summary
Dedicated elementary educator and school librarian candidate with extensive experience supporting literacy, inquiry, and information skills in K–3 settings. Currently completing a Master’s degree in School Librarianship with hands-on experience in library instruction, collection development, and community engagement. Proven ability to collaborate with librarians, teachers, administrators, and families to design student-centered programs that promote reading, research skills, and equitable access to resources. Recognized for initiative, leadership, and sustained professional growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher Kindergarten - 3rd Grade
Rondout Valley Central School District
09.2025 - Current
- Planned and implemented standards-aligned library lessons for kindergarten through third grade in collaboration with the school librarian, supporting literacy, inquiry, and early information skills.
- Supported daily library operations including circulation, use of library databases, and collection organization.
- Planned and coordinated a Library Card Month initiative in partnership with the local public library, resulting in over 120 students obtaining library cards.
- Conducted a Follett Titlewave collection analysis and developed a targeted nonfiction purchasing plan aligned with NYS Science Standards and NGSS.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Rondout Valley Central School District
08.2016 - Current
- Planned, implemented, and differentiated instruction to meet the academic and social needs of all first grade students while maintaining high expectations for learning.
- Created a warm, inclusive classroom environment where students felt supported, motivated, and excited to learn, while maintaining consistent communication with families through classroom events and a digital family communication platform.
Education
Master of Science - School Librarianship
University At Buffalo The State University of New York
Buffalo, WY05-2026
Master of Science - Literacy Education
SUNY Oneonta State University of New York
Oneonta, NY05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Childhood Education
SUNY New Paltz State University of New York
New Paltz, NY05-2014
Skills
- Information Literacy Instruction
- Elementary Library Programs
- Collection Development and Evaluation
- Curriculum Collaboration
- Family and Community Engagement
- Student Centered Learning
- Inquiry Based Instruction
- Literacy Programming
- Educational Technology Integration
Affiliations
American Library Association • American Association of School Librarians • New York Library Association
Certification
New York State Professional Certification
Early Childhood Education Birth–Grade 3
Childhood Education Grades 1–6
School Librarianship Certification
In progress, expected Spring 2026
Timeline
Student Teacher Kindergarten - 3rd Grade
Rondout Valley Central School District
09.2025 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Rondout Valley Central School District
08.2016 - Current
Master of Science - School Librarianship
University At Buffalo The State University of New York
Master of Science - Literacy Education
SUNY Oneonta State University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Childhood Education
SUNY New Paltz State University of New York