Holly Wilson Darling
Clifton,Va.
Summary
Dynamic educator and librarian with a proven track record at Fairfax County Public Schools, enhancing literacy and research skills. Spearheaded library expansion and integrated cutting-edge reading programs, significantly boosting student engagement. Expert in managing reference materials and fostering academic curiosity, blending strong organizational abilities with effective interpersonal skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Librarian
Fairfax County Public Schools, White Oaks ES
08.2017 - Current
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Directed the expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Responded to numerous reference calls daily, helping patrons with specific information needs.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Greeted students and teachers warmly and offered to assist with issues or needs.
- Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
- Resolved patrons' complaints tactfully and professionally.
- Taught children about library practices via individual and group instruction.
- Worked with teachers to provide students with lifelong learning and research skills.
- Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and corrected cataloging errors.
Teacher 5th Grade AAP
Fairfax County Pubic Schools, Centreville ES.
08.2003 - 08.2017
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Participated in CLT meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Guided gifted students with PBL's and hands on learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA06-2004
Skills
- Literacy development
- Research queries
- Interlibrary loaning
- Managing reference materials
- Reading groups
- Weeding
- Regularly Refresh Collections
Certification
Elementary Education PREK-6
Gifted Education
Library Media PREK-12
Timeline
Librarian
Fairfax County Public Schools, White Oaks ES
08.2017 - Current
Teacher 5th Grade AAP
Fairfax County Pubic Schools, Centreville ES.
08.2003 - 08.2017
Elementary Education PREK-6
Gifted Education
Library Media PREK-12
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
George Mason University
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