Christine Talbert
Winter Park,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic Library Media Specialist offering 24+ years of experience in the field. Possesses strong communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented and eager to help students enjoy learning and engage in their education using diverse media strategies.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Library Media Specialist
Park Maitland School
Maitland, FL
11.2007 - Current
- Manage all facets of the library collection: check-in, check-out, repair and process books for collection.
- Develop and teach lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest.
- Maintain a schedule of 25+ library classes per week.
- Instituted and currently maintain school-wide reading program, increasing student development and enthusiasm for reading.
- Develop activities and integrate technology to diversify instruction.
- Manage the expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Instruct students on research techniques and the use of information technologies.
- Coordinated biannual Book Fairs to increase students' interest in reading and generating funds for the library.
Home Daycare Provider
Christine's Daycare
Winter Park, FL
06.2000 - 02.2003
- Managed an in-home daycare with up to 6 children ranging from infant to preschool age.
- Performed all administrative duties for the business, including bookkeeping, monitoring and purchasing supplies, record keeping and marketing.
- Monitored, supervised and educated children ensuring proper physical activity, rest, food, and intellectual stimulation.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children’s development levels.
Library Media Specialist
Moorestown Friends School
Moorestown, NJ
08.1997 - 12.1999
Library Media Specialist
Germantown Friends School
Philadelphia, PA
08.1996 - 06.1997
Librarian and Kindergarten Teacher
Highlands Elementary School
Kissimmee, FL
08.1994 - 06.1996
Education
M.Ed - Library Science
University Of Central Florida
Orlando, FL1996
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University Of Central Florida
Orlando, FL1994
Skills
- Adaptability to change
- Organization and planning skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with written and oral communication
- Literacy development
- Experience and competence with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, WorldBook Online, EBSCO, and Canva
- Collaborative environments
- Creative learning strategies
Certification
- Certification in Elementary Education, K-6
- Certification in Primary Education, Pre K-3
- CPR, IED, and Basic First Aid Certified (adult, child and infant)
Accomplishments
- Created school-wide reading incentive program.
- Celebrate literacy with Dot Day, Read Across America and Poem in Your Pocket Day.
- Organized two Scholastic Book Fairs per year.
Timeline
Library Media Specialist
Park Maitland School
11.2007 - Current
Home Daycare Provider
Christine's Daycare
06.2000 - 02.2003
Library Media Specialist
Moorestown Friends School
08.1997 - 12.1999
Library Media Specialist
Germantown Friends School
08.1996 - 06.1997
Librarian and Kindergarten Teacher
Highlands Elementary School
08.1994 - 06.1996
M.Ed - Library Science
University Of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University Of Central Florida