Jessica Morales
Tulare,CA
Summary
Seasoned Library Media Specialist with a proven track record at Tulare City School District, adept in library management and fostering verbal communication. Excelled in curating diverse collections and enhancing team performance through effective training. Demonstrated expertise in Follett Destiny & Titlewave, alongside strong organizational skills, significantly improving library service quality and collection development.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Library Media Specialist
Tulare City School District
Tulare, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained inventory of contents for rare books and archives collections.
- Prepared, printed and attached classification labels.
- Restocked returned items to correct shelf or storage locations.
- Documented movement of library media materials and equipment.
- Made copies of reference materials for patrons and processed associated fees.
- Organized library media supplies, main catalog, special equipment and permanent records.
- Processed faculty requests for new resources.
- Instructed classes on proper research techniques using print and digital sources.
- Generated overdue notices and followed up with patrons to recover items.
- Publicized and promoted library services, programs and collections.
- Planned special events such as story time sessions and book fairs.
- Curated a diverse collection of materials, including books, digital resources, and multimedia, to meet student needs.
- Located desired materials for institutional staff special projects.
- Ordered and processed various library materials and media.
- Handled troubleshooting of PCs, Chromebooks and printers for students and/or staff.
- Developed and enforced circulation policies and procedures.
- Cleaned and repaired damaged books and library resource materials.
- Conducted book talks and other activities to promote reading among students.
- Compiled bibliographies of suggested readings for various topics or interests.
- Replaced worn labels and barcodes to keep materials in good physical condition.
- Moved projects forward and completed tasks on time to meet anticipated milestones.
- Supervised and trained Library Aides and volunteers, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Attended conferences to maintain current knowledge of field.
- Managed budget and financial resources, ensuring optimal allocation towards library services and collection development.
- Conducted inventory audits, ensuring accuracy in library database and physical collection.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge base of current trends in literature and media technologies.
- Managed student circulation of library materials, such as textbooks, Chromebooks, and iPads.
- Answered patrons' questions at circulation desk.
- Maintain library records, i.e., MARC records, patron lists, circulation statistics, cataloging and acquisition of titles, based on district curriculum guidelines
Education
High School Diploma -
Tulare Union
Tulare, CA06-2005
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Safety awareness
- Interactive media
- Library management, functions, and procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Scheduling
- Recordkeeping
- Classroom practices
- Proficient in Follett Destiny and Titlewave
- Problem-solving skills
- Keyboarding and Computer skills
Certification
- CPR Certified
- TCOE District Proficiency Certification (CODESP)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Library Media Specialist
Tulare City School District
08.2022 - Current
- CPR Certified
- TCOE District Proficiency Certification (CODESP)
High School Diploma -
Tulare Union
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