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DEBORAH L. KOEHLER

YARDLEY,USA

Summary

Experienced librarian with a deep understanding of educational environments and a strong commitment to promoting literacy and research skills. Recognized for creating inviting and well-equipped library spaces that motivate students and enhance academic success. Dedicated team player focused on adapting to changing educational demands and implementing impactful programs. Emphasizing the development of independent students with strong problem-solving and community-building skills is key to preparing them for future success in both school and life. Believing that the school library should serve as the heart of the institution, where students and educators feel welcomed and at ease. Striving to bring the joy of reading, information navigation assistance, and subject-area support to all students. Effective collaboration with teachers and school leadership is essential in fulfilling this mission.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Library Services, Pre-K-12

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart
08.2021 - Current
  • Manage and update two library collections and curate diverse titles
  • Prepare and manage budgets for two libraries
  • Develop library lesson plans across grade levels using AASL and ISTE standards
  • Recommend titles for students needing assistance with their book selections
  • Collaborate regularly with classroom teachers
  • Implement the use of a variety of database resources
  • Member of the Information Services Committee at Stuart
  • Continuously pursue professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Mentor new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Coordinate with learning specialists to support English Language Learners, promoting a more inclusive classroom environment.
  • Participate in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Long-term Substitute Librarian, K-5

Afton Elementary, Pennsbury SD
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Applied virtual and hybrid library lesson plans across grade levels using AASL standards
  • Suggested titles for students who needed assistance in their book selections
  • Coordinated virtual author visits
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers and specials teachers regularly
  • Piloted a program to bring Seesaw to Pennsbury, especially for the younger grades and life skills learners
  • Co-chaired an Earth Day event (H.O.P.E.) for Afton that became a district-wide initiative
  • Co-authored a winning application to The NEED Project for H.O.P.E. Event Ambassadors
  • Co-coordinated and coached a team for the Reading Olympics for 2021
  • Moderated for the PrinciPAL’s Book Club initiated by the principal with 4th graders for the book The Boys in the Boat
  • Facilitated for the district’s SEL program for 2020-21
  • Curated diverse titles and updated the Afton collection
  • Met regularly with colleagues for monthly Library meetings
  • Participant in Year 1 Induction program at PSD

Lower School Librarian, prek-4

Princeton Day School
09.2019 - 08.2020
  • Applied library and Makerspace lesson plans across grade levels using AASL and ISTE standards
  • Suggested titles for students who needed assistance in their weekly selections, including inspiring reluctant readers
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers on student research projects
  • Met with Upper and Middle School librarians during monthly meetings to create an appropriate library curriculum
  • Participated as a member of the Innovation and Design Team to create curriculum for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade students
  • Introduced Global Read Aloud program to the Lower School and coordinated connections with 4th grade class in Canada
  • Curated diverse titles and updated the Lower School Library collection

Library Multimedia Specialist, prek-8

Grey Nun Academy
11.2015 - 06.2019
  • Applied library and technology guided lesson plans across grade levels, utilizing innovative practices such as project-based learning and cooperative learning, to engage diverse learners, utilizing AASL and ISTE standards
  • Created a Library Media curriculum for grades PreK through 5th grade
  • Curated diverse titles and updated the library collection
  • Pushed into 4th and 5th grade classrooms for ELA intervention
  • Managed and performed troubleshooting for all technology in the school, including iPads, Chromebooks, teacher laptops, Mac Computer Lab, Smart Boards, and projectors
  • Coordinated author visits to the school, and successful book fairs through Scholastic and Barnes & Noble
  • Coached Reading Olympics teams that exposed various genres of literature to participating students
  • Coordinated Global Read Aloud with 5th grade class, connecting with 5th grade class in Canada
  • Coordinated participation for 5th grade class in Landmark Games
  • Served as Chair of the Technology Committee for the school
  • Served as mentor to newly hired teachers
  • Inspired reluctant readers to select books to borrow from the Library Media Center
  • Transformed the Library Media Center to create seating areas for different levels of students
  • Led a successful monthly Toddler Story Time for potential PreK students

Education

Master of Science in Library Science - undefined

Clarion University
01.2013

Bachelor of Science in Education -

West Chester University
01.1988

Skills

  • Skilled in educational software applications
  • Effective problem-solving skills
  • Effective team collaboration
  • Proven multitasking abilities
  • Effective communication skills
  • Proficient in thriving under dynamic conditions
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Adaptable learning approach
  • Proficient at including diverse materials

Accomplishments

  • Received a Sacred Heart Goal Award for Goal II, Schools of the Sacred Heart Commit Themselves to Educate to a Deep Respect for Intellectual Values
  • Co-facilitate SEED (Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity) program for staff alongside the Director of DEIB
  • Implemented STEM lesson plans when the Lower School lacked a STEM teacher
  • Participated in the search committee to hire a new STEM teacher
  • Recommend titles for students needing assistance with their book selection
  • Serve as a Middle School advisor
  • Integrate cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Coach Middle School Cross-country and Track and Field
  • Co-taught several Middle School English classes with multiple faculty members
  • Devised and enacted an updated scaffolding of research expectations throughout the school in partnership with the Chair of Humanities
  • Fostered the Cor Cordis Summer Reading program together with the Chair of Humanities
  • Created a Library Club in the Upper School to assist with reshelving of books to get service hours
  • Served as a coach for a Lower School Girls on the Run program

Certification

  • September 1988 Pennsylvania Instructional I, Elementary K-6
  • May 2014 Pennsylvania Instructional I, Library K-12
  • February 2019 Google Level 1 Certified Educator (renewed from Feb 2016)

Affiliations

  • ALA
  • PSLA
  • AASL

Timeline

Director of Library Services, Pre-K-12

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart
08.2021 - Current

Long-term Substitute Librarian, K-5

Afton Elementary, Pennsbury SD
09.2020 - 08.2021

Lower School Librarian, prek-4

Princeton Day School
09.2019 - 08.2020

Library Multimedia Specialist, prek-8

Grey Nun Academy
11.2015 - 06.2019

Master of Science in Library Science - undefined

Clarion University

Bachelor of Science in Education -

West Chester University

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