Dawn Sutherland
Draper,UT
Summary
Accomplished Library Media Specialist with a proven track record at Canyons School District, skillful in recordkeeping and group instruction. Excelled in organizational and communication skills, ensuring efficient operation and innovative educational support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Media Specialist
Canyons School District
08.2017 - Current
- Circulate library materials by checking materials in and out, sending overdue announcements and maintaining overdue records
- Re shelved books to maintain neat and tidy reading area
- Used library resources to assist students or general public in research
- Assisted patrons in locating appropriate print or electronic resources related to their research needs
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as dusting shelves, organizing collections
- Organized book fairs, author visits and other special events to promote literacy in school community
- Instructed students on proper care of library materials as well as ethical use of information resources
- Conducted inventories of library collections using automated systems
- Provided training sessions on research skills, literature searching techniques and use of digital resources
- Prepared budget proposals for purchasing new equipment or upgrading existing hardware and software systems
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate library media materials into classroom instruction
- Implemented cataloging standards according to established guidelines
- Developed and implemented library media center policies, procedures and guidelines for students, faculty and staff
- Compiled reports documenting usage statistics for library resources such as number of visitors, circulation numbers
- Performed collection development activities including weeding out outdated materials
- Created innovative ways to engage students in library programs and services
- Inventoried, classified, and cataloged education media
- Responded to inquiries from patrons regarding access to library collections
- Checked for damaged library materials, such as books, and audiovisual equipment and provided replacements and make repairs.
District Tester
Canyons School District
08.2012 - 08.2017
- Assisted with administration of various testing processes to students throughout district
- Maintained and monitored accuracy of computer and other records
- Accurately filling out forms with data for school and district use
- Communication of information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing
- Replying to phone, written and in-person requests for information
- Use of multiple testing styles, rules, and platforms.
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Problem Resolution
- Record Keeping
- Continuous Improvement
- Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Individual Instruction
- Phone Skills and Etiquette
Timeline
Library Media Specialist
Canyons School District
08.2017 - Current
District Tester
Canyons School District
08.2012 - 08.2017
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