Eric Wolford
Unalaska,AK
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Unalaska City Schools, adept at curriculum implementation and fostering student engagement. As a Library Assistant for the Unalaska Public Library, I am skilled in cataloging and shelving. I effectively sorted and processed donations while enhancing literacy through innovative reading programs. Committed to addressing diverse learning needs and improving student outcomes through collaboration and creativity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Library Assistant
City Of Unalaska, Alaska
03.2022 - Current
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
- Collected fees, fines and donations for balanced library finances.
Teacher
Unalaska City Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Teacher
Bering Strait School District
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Teacher
Kuspuk School District
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2026
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA08-2022
Bachelor of Science - Education
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT01-2018
Skills
- Sorting and processing donations
- Reading programs
- Damaged book removal
- Cataloging and shelving
- Curriculum implementation
- Reporting and documentation
- Instructional best practices
- Task prioritization
Certification
- Licensed Language Arts and English Teacher, State of Alaska - 2018-present
Timeline
Library Assistant
City Of Unalaska, Alaska
03.2022 - Current
Teacher
Unalaska City Schools
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Bering Strait School District
08.2020 - 05.2021
Teacher
Kuspuk School District
08.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
University of Kansas
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Brigham Young University