Jamie DeBuhr
Pasco,WA
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Elementary School Librarian fostering a love for reading and learning in students. Skilled in curating age-appropriate collections, integrating technology to enhance literacy, and collaborating with teachers to support curriculum goals. Adept at creating inclusive, engaging library environments that encourage inquiry, creativity, and lifelong learning. Committed to promoting information literacy and digital citizenship in a safe and nurturing setting.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Librarian
White Bluffs Elementary
08.2023 - Current
- Richland School District, Richland, WA
- Plan and facilitate lessons to support library skills, digital citizenship
- Collaborated with teachers to support curriculum content, learning outcomes and student information needs.
- Maintain the selection, organization and sharing of print and digital resources to support student interest and learning.
- Manage and maintain the library collection including, but not limited to, collection evaluation and weeding, ordering, book processing and repair, overdue notices and communication, organization, cleaning.
- Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
5th Grade Teacher
Badger Mountain Elementary School
08.2017 - Current
- Richland School District, Richland, WA
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- District ELA Committee 2018-2023
5th/6th Grade Teacher
Kahlotus Elementary School
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Kahlotus School District, Kahlotus, WA
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Library Media Specialist, Learning Support Coordinator, IT Coordinator, Grade 2 International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Teacher
Metropolitan School Frankfurt
08.2007 - 07.2014
- Develop, implement and differentiate Grade 2 units of inquiry
- Develop and implement Grade 2 Math yearlong standards planning tool
- Plan and facilitate collaborative work within and across grade levels centered around standards and measurement of student outcomes
- Facilitate training on backwards design unit development process
- Mentor grade level partner new to International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme
- Collaboratively develop vertical and horizontal alignment of the whole school Programme of Inquiry
- Develop and implement age-appropriate library skills lessons
- Select and organize appropriate materials for the Library/Multi-media Centre
- Chairperson for Language Committee, main responsibility write school language policy
- Write school 5-year Strategic Plan in accordance with IB standards
Grade 3 International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Teacher, Pre-School 3-4 Year Olds International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Teacher
Dresden International School
08.2004 - 07.2006
- Develop and implement Primary Years Programme Units of Inquiry
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
2nd Grade Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher
Chase Lake Community School
09.2000 - 08.2001
- Edmonds School District, Edmonds, WA
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Developmental Preschool Teacher
Early Childhood Center at Esperance
03.1999 - 06.2001
- Edmonds School District, Edmonds, WA
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Collaborated with parents and communities to improve learning quality and develop individualized student programs.
Education
Library Media Endorsement -
Antioch University-Seattle
Seattle, WA12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Reading, Early Childhood Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA12.1996
Certification
Washington State Residency Teacher, Elementary Education (K-8), Reading (K-12), Early Childhood Education (P-3), Library Media
Timeline
Librarian
White Bluffs Elementary
08.2023 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
Badger Mountain Elementary School
08.2017 - Current
5th/6th Grade Teacher
Kahlotus Elementary School
08.2017 - 01.2018
Library Media Specialist, Learning Support Coordinator, IT Coordinator, Grade 2 International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Teacher
Metropolitan School Frankfurt
08.2007 - 07.2014
Grade 3 International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Teacher, Pre-School 3-4 Year Olds International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Teacher
Dresden International School
08.2004 - 07.2006
2nd Grade Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher
Chase Lake Community School
09.2000 - 08.2001
Developmental Preschool Teacher
Early Childhood Center at Esperance
03.1999 - 06.2001
Library Media Endorsement -
Antioch University-Seattle
Bachelor of Arts - Reading, Early Childhood Education
Eastern Washington University
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