Karen McQueen
Sun Lakes
Summary
Certified School Librarian dedicated to meeting student needs. Focused on Research skills and enhancing student reading and committed to promoting lifelong learning. Background in elementary and middle grades education.
I am a librarian and teacher with expertise in program planning, collection development, and mentoring. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement through collaborative curriculum integration and effective communication.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Librarian/Teacher
Gila Crossing Community School
Laveen, AZ.
08.1995 - Current
- Developed and implemented library programs to enhance student literacy and engagement.
- Managed cataloging and organization of library materials for efficient access and retrieval.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate library resources into curriculum activities.
- Mentored students in research techniques, fostering information literacy skills.
Teacher
Gila Crossing Community School / Casa Blanca Community School
Laveen And Bapchule Arizona
08.1995 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary curriculum initiatives.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional practices and classroom techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adapting instruction accordingly.
- Established strong relationships with students and families to foster community involvement in education.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
Education
No Degree - School Improvement
University of Nebraska
NEMaster of Arts - Educaton / Library Science
Ottawa University
Phoenix, AZ05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Ottawa University
Phoenix, Az.05-1995
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Program planning
- Approachable
- Collection development
- Cataloging expertise
Certification
Certified K-8 Teacher. with the following approved areas:
Gifted PreK - 12
Library - Media Specialist PreK-12
SEI PreK-12
Timeline
Librarian/Teacher
Gila Crossing Community School
08.1995 - Current
Teacher
Gila Crossing Community School / Casa Blanca Community School
08.1995 - Current
No Degree - School Improvement
University of Nebraska
Master of Arts - Educaton / Library Science
Ottawa University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Ottawa University
School Improvement Specialist
The School Improvement Specialist was a Two Year Program through the University of Nebraska. It was designed to help school become and stay accredited.