Jennifer Gore
Rohnert Park,CA
Summary
Innovative librarian with strong organizational and communication skills. Developed impactful library programs that enhanced community engagement and literacy initiatives.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Librarian and English Learner Teacher
CRPUSD
Rohnert Park, CA
01.2011 - Current
- Developed and implemented library programs that enhanced community engagement and literacy initiatives.
- Curated diverse collections to meet the educational needs of students and faculty effectively.
- Streamlined cataloging processes, improving accuracy and accessibility of library resources.
- Mentored junior staff in reference services, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate library resources into curriculum development, supporting academic objectives.
- Maintained a high level of customer service by addressing and resolving patron concerns or complaints in a timely manner.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Evaluated collection performance regularly, ensuring alignment with evolving community needs and interests.
Fiber Arts Instructor
Becoming Independent
Santa Rosa, CA
05.1995 - 07.2006
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to individual learning needs.
- Facilitated skill-building workshops to enhance participants' personal and professional development.
- Monitored and assessed student progress, providing timely feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create inclusive educational programs.
- Worked with individuals with all different kinds of abilities and disabilities
- Coordinated with community art galleries and other agencies that served disabled adults
- Utilized adaptive technologies to support diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Trained and mentored new instructors on best practices and instructional strategies.
- Team leader
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology/English
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-1994
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Works well independently
- Able to learn new technology easily
- Data collection
- Reference services
Accomplishments
- Increased efficiency and utilization of library resources by implementing new promotions for students and improving training of teachers.
- Integrated Follett into library to enhance services.
- Spearheaded book fairs and book donations
Timeline
Librarian and English Learner Teacher
CRPUSD
01.2011 - Current
Fiber Arts Instructor
Becoming Independent
05.1995 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology/English
Texas Tech University