Jennifer Samaniego
Vine Grove,KY
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a proven track record as an Elementary School Librarian at Apple Valley Unified School District. Expert in collection development and student engagement, fostering a love for reading through innovative programs. Strong interpersonal skills complemented by proficiency in multimedia tools, enhancing library participation and resource accessibility.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Librarian
Apple Valley Unified School District
Apple Valley, California
09.1990 - 12.2001
- Assisted students in locating and selecting appropriate reading materials.
- Facilitated storytime sessions to promote literacy and engagement among young readers.
- Supported inventory management by organizing and cataloging library resources.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate library resources into classroom activities.
- Developed promotional materials to encourage library usage and participation in events.
- Conducted basic technology training for students on library systems and tools.
- Researched and recommended new books and resources based on student interests and curriculum needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students, encouraging them to seek assistance with research and reading needs.
- Organized successful fundraising events for the acquisition of new resources or improvements in the school library''s facilities.
Case Worker Welfare Department
San Bernardino County Welfare Department
San Bernardino, California
09.1989 - 09.1991
- Managed case documentation and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conducted assessments to determine eligibility for various welfare programs.
- Coordinated with community resources to provide comprehensive support services.
- Trained and mentored new staff on policies and procedures.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Consistently met deadlines under pressure while maintaining high-quality work output in a fast-paced environment.
Assistant to City Engineer
City of Rialto
Rialto, California
01.1984 - 09.1987
- Coordinated departmental activities to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for community events, ensuring seamless execution.
- Assisted in budget preparation and monitoring, supporting financial accountability initiatives.
- Developed training materials and conducted workshops to improve staff competencies.
- Streamlined communication processes between departments, fostering collaboration and information sharing.
- Implemented new filing systems that enhanced document retrieval speed and accuracy.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Library And Information Science
California State University
San Bernardino, CA09.1986
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA06-1982
Skills
- Student engagement
- Reference services
- Multimedia tools
- Collection development
Timeline
Elementary School Librarian
Apple Valley Unified School District
09.1990 - 12.2001
Case Worker Welfare Department
San Bernardino County Welfare Department
09.1989 - 09.1991
Assistant to City Engineer
City of Rialto
01.1984 - 09.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Library And Information Science
California State University
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Crafton Hills College