DARCI LAROSE
North Syracuse,USA
Summary
Passionate, detail-oriented professional with in-depth knowledge of search features and databases. Committed to supporting patrons in their research and learning through information literacy instruction and outreach. Flexible and friendly team player with encouraging and motivational approach.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Media Specialist
Syracuse City School District
Syracuse, NY
07.2018 - Current
- Facilitated student achievement utilizing state-aligned information fluency standards and curriculums.
- Promote ethics, responsible use of technology among staff and students.
- Coordinate inclusive programming initiatives.
- Controlled expenditures for both online platforms and print publications.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Teacher Librarian/Media Specialist
Cicero-North Syracuse Central Schools
Cicero, NY
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives, standards and Learning outcomes.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students;
- Designed collaborative spaces and schedule to promote inquiry, collaboration, and community;
- Engaged with professional learning teams to define vision and strategic goals;
- Maintains budget and resources;
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Elementary Library Media Specialist
Cicero-North Syracuse School District
Syracuse, NY
09.2002 - 07.2016
- Instructed 600 K-4 students, faculty and staff in the use of electronic, print and Internet resources;
- Assessed students' individual learning needs and developed instructional strategies to meet those needs.
- Created online research guides and tutorials to help students access digital resources.
- Managed student circulation of library materials such as textbooks, laptops, iPads.
Library Media Specialist
Oneida City Central Schools
Oneida, NY
09.1998 - 06.2002
- Instructed approximately 320 K-6 students in the library media program
- Assessed students' learning needs and developed instructional strategies to meet them.
- Collaborated with teachers to determine appropriate library resources for planning curricular units.
- Organized and maintained library collections, including books, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and electronic resources.
Library Media Specialist
Central Square Central Schools
Central Square, NY
10.1997 - 07.1998
- Instructed approximately 450 K-3 students in the library media program
- Managed budgets effectively to provide a variety of resources in different formats for early literacy
- Assisted in the development of an elementary Scope and Sequence of Library and Information Skills Curriculum
Information Specialist
AskERIC Information Institute of Syracuse
11.1996 - 10.1997
- Searched the ERIC database, Internet and In-House reference materials to respond to inquiries via email or telephone
- Assisted in the development of training materials and user information products
- Monitored electronic discussion groups, web sites and other sources of information for professional development opportunities
Education
Information Technology Library Media
Syracuse University
Syracuse01.1998
Bachelors of Science Degree -
SUNY Oswego
01.1995
Associates of Arts Degree -
Onondaga Community College
01.1991
Skills
- Literacy development
- Project Coordination and Management
- Large/Small Group Instruction
- Reference Research
- Digital Tools
- Verbal and written communications
References
- Manami Tezuka, Supervising Director Curriculum & Instruction, mtezuka@scsd.us, 315.435.4034, Syracuse City School District
- Eva Williams, Principal, ewilliams3@scsd.us, (315) 435-4605,McKinley-Brighton Elementary, Syracuse City School District, Syracuse, NY, 13205
- Heather Turner, Teacher Librarian, hturner@ocmboces.org, (315) 453-4463, OCM BOCES School Library System, Instructional Support
Timeline
Library Media Specialist
Syracuse City School District
07.2018 - Current
Teacher Librarian/Media Specialist
Cicero-North Syracuse Central Schools
09.2016 - 11.2017
Elementary Library Media Specialist
Cicero-North Syracuse School District
09.2002 - 07.2016
Library Media Specialist
Oneida City Central Schools
09.1998 - 06.2002
Library Media Specialist
Central Square Central Schools
10.1997 - 07.1998
Information Specialist
AskERIC Information Institute of Syracuse
11.1996 - 10.1997
Information Technology Library Media
Syracuse University
Bachelors of Science Degree -
SUNY Oswego
Associates of Arts Degree -
Onondaga Community College
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