Summary
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Work History
Education
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Hobbies: Baking, Reading, Walking, Spending time with family
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Deborah Shoemaker

Lebo,KS

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of fostering student engagement and enhancing learning environments at USD 420 Osage City Schools. Excelled in organizational skills and relationship building, successfully managed library operations, and spearheaded digital literacy initiatives. Demonstrated reliability and excellent communication, ensuring effective team collaboration and program success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

OCHS Dance Sponsor

USD 420 Osage City Schools
06.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw participation of student dancers in school sports activities.
  • Collaborated with students to create and teach dance routines during weekly practice sessions.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills by coordinating home dance camp, planning and purchasing all meals, snacks and activities.
  • Responsible for all ordering, purchasing, fundraising, budgeting and coordinating funds for the organization.
  • Transporting students to and from activities.


Library Aide

USD 420 Osage City Schools
08.2013 - Current
  • Supported the creation of a positive learning environment by enforcing library rules and addressing any disruptive behavior promptly and professionally.
  • Accurately shelved books and entered new books in the computer system based on the Dewey Decimal System, improving library organization.
  • Supported digital literacy initiatives by helping student navigate electronic resources including e-books, databases, and online catalogs.
  • Conducted comprehensive end-of-year inventory to ensure accuracy, while during school year identifying misplaced or lost materials and identifying gaps in collections regularly checked out.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing environment for library students.
  • Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
  • Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.
  • Set up computer and digital device access, providing assistance with use and operation.
  • Helped children select appropriate reading level library books while also assisting teachers/faculty in selecting materials for classrooms and instruction.
  • Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
  • Taught library classes to students K-5 each week, engaging them in reading both in person materials and e-books.
  • Managed High school students as Teacher Aids instructing them on proper book and material handling procedures for check-in and check-out at the library. Trained students in accurately reshelving materials in designated areas.
  • Conducted end of year evaluation of the library collection and ordered and budgeted for the following school year both books and all supplies needed for library and classes.
  • Wrote grants for the initiation of an online library collection and a vending machine enabling book distribution. The machine provides students with tokens in exchange for reading, which they can use to obtain their own books throughout the year. Consequently, the school now has a vast compilation of e-books in its digital library.
  • In charge of managing and maintaining daily operations, displays, and responsibilities in the library. These tasks include operating and troubleshooting copy machines, handling lamination for 3 school buildings, and ensuring the overall maintenance of the library.
  • Supervisor of noon recess K-5 grades and several adult helpers.


Sales Associate

Maurices
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Homemaker

Self-employeed
10.2004 - 08.2013
  • Oversaw and managed all necessary tasks for maintaining a well-functioning home environment.
  • Implemented budgeting strategies to cover all planned and unplanned expenses.
  • Planned, purchased, and prepared all meals.
  • Handled bill payments and managed financial responsibilities.
  • Ensured a nurturing environment at home that facilitated children's learning and prepared them adequately for future education.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Bay College
Escanaba, MI

High School Diploma -

Sault High School
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
06.1990

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Employee Relations
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Records Maintenance

Hobbies: Baking, Reading, Walking, Spending time with family

I have several hobbies, these are a just few:  I thoroughly enjoy making people happy, baking and cooking good food are two ways I can do that.  I am an avid reader both of adult and young adult literature.  I love to take my dog on long walks.  Last but not least, I love spending time with my family!

Timeline

OCHS Dance Sponsor

USD 420 Osage City Schools
06.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Maurices
11.2021 - 01.2022

Library Aide

USD 420 Osage City Schools
08.2013 - Current

Homemaker

Self-employeed
10.2004 - 08.2013

No Degree - Nursing

Bay College

High School Diploma -

Sault High School

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