Dedicated and detail-oriented Library Assistant with strong organizational skills and a passion for promoting literacy. Seeking to enhance user experience and support library operations through exceptional customer service and resource management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Practicum
Todd Library
01.2025 - 05.2025
Company Overview: Waubonsee Community College, Sugar Grove, IL
Assisted patrons with checking out and returning materials, registered new borrowers, and answered general inquiries about the library's services.
Cataloged magazines, newspapers, and books using WorkFlows Tech software. Organized and maintained library collections, including weeding outdated materials and preparing them for donation.
Interacted with a diverse group of patrons and students, improving customer service skills by handling various questions and requests efficiently.
Collaborated with library staff to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities, contributing to a supportive and welcoming environment.
Assisted with the checkout and return of technology devices, including laptops, graphic calculators, webcams, and Wi-Fi hotspots. Provided guidance on using library technology resources.
Scanned and organized historical documents in the archives, ensuring proper preservation and accessibility for future reference.
Curated and created thematic book displays, such as the Women's History Month exhibit, to highlight important topics and engage patrons.
Updated and organized the magazine section, ensuring clear labeling and accessibility for patrons.
Supported the library's technical services team by assisting with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to campus networked computers, printers, and other devices.
Attended and contributed to library events, such as the Library Makerspaces Research Showcase, gaining insights into the latest research and scholarship surrounding library makerspaces.
Waubonsee Community College, Sugar Grove, IL
Bakery Clerk
The Fresh Market
09.2022 - Current
Engaged with customers to learn their wants and needs.
Maintained knowledge of products and weekly ad items throughout the store.
Created a hospitable shopping experience by merchandising and stocking bakery products and specialty items.
Served bakery customers daily with professional and effective customer service.
Maintained a clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
Contacted customers to confirm their orders from the bakery department.
Ensured excellent product quality by inspecting bakery department products for proper rotation, cleaning, and sanitation procedures.
Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and cooking in the oven.
Decorated bakery goods and designed visually appealing displays of finished products.
Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
Operated commercial kitchen equipment and tools.
Washed dishes and sanitized prep area at the end of each shift.
Made signs for items in the bakery department.
Bakery Clerk
The Fresh Market
08.2017 - 01.2021
Engaged with customers to learn their wants and needs.
Maintained knowledge of products and weekly ad items throughout the store.
Created a hospitable shopping experience by merchandising and stocking bakery products and specialty items.
Served bakery customers daily with professional and effective customer service.
Maintained a clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
Contacted customers to confirm their orders from the bakery department.
Ensured excellent product quality by inspecting bakery department products for proper rotation, cleaning, and sanitation procedures.
Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and cooking in the oven.
Decorated bakery goods and designed visually appealing displays of finished products.
Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
Operated commercial kitchen equipment and tools.
Washed dishes and sanitized prep area at the end of each shift.
Made signs for items in the bakery department.
Intern
Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center
06.2016 - 08.2016
Researched Glidden coat of arms and heraldry.
Published Glidden coat of arms article for Glidden Homestead website and monthly Cornsilk.
Reported to the supervisor of Glidden Homestead to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
Investigated scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects on the Glidden Family coat of arms and heraldry.
Communicated effectively with faculty and staff, accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
Interacted with customers by phone, email, and in person to provide information on the Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center.
Contributed to content creation for the company website.
Education
Associate Degree - Library and Information Services
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05.2025
Library and Information Services - Certificate
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05.2025
Associate Degree - General Studies
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - History
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology/Archeology
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
05.2017
Associate of Arts -
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL
12.2012
Associate of Science -
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL
12.2010
Skills
Customer Service Skills
Organizational Skills
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Basic Computer Proficiency
Cataloging and Shelving
Research and Information Retrieval Skills
Cataloging and Classification Knowledge
Time Management
Problem-Solving Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Knowledge of Library Software
Multitasking Abilities
Basic Reference Skills
Timeline
Library Practicum
Todd Library
01.2025 - 05.2025
Bakery Clerk
The Fresh Market
09.2022 - Current
Bakery Clerk
The Fresh Market
08.2017 - 01.2021
Intern
Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center
06.2016 - 08.2016
Library and Information Services - Certificate
College of DuPage
Associate Degree - General Studies
College of DuPage
Bachelor of Arts - History
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology/Archeology
Northern Illinois University
Associate of Arts -
Waubonsee Community College
Associate of Science -
Waubonsee Community College
Associate Degree - Library and Information Services