Karen Zarelli
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Digitial Literacy Teacher/Librarian
Bethlehem Area School District
Bethlehem, PA
09.2006 - Current
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Trained staff, students and faculty on use of library technology.
- Researched, planned and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
- Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
- Created curriculum and planned course content and methods of instruction.
- Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
- Conducted group lectures and small-group instruction to teach and reinforce concepts.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
Youth Services Assistant
Bethlehem Area Public Library
Bethlehem, PA
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Provided excellent customer service to youth and teens; performed circulation duties; assisted with planning programs.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Librarian
Reading School District
08.2005 - 09.2006
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Trained staff, students and faculty on use of library technology.
- Researched, planned and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Provided extensive instruction for students, patrons and staff in use of print and electronic materials.
- Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
Library Circulation Assistant
Bucks County Free Library
01.1999 - 08.2002
- Organized shelves when patrons returned books.
- Showed library patrons where specific book collections were.
- Enabled ease of material location by replacing returned items in alphabetical order to library shelves.
- Delivered excellent guest services by answering inquiries from visitors.
Education
Master's Degree - Library Science
Kutztown University
05.2009
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education and Library Science
Kutztown University
Kutztown, PA05.2005
Skills
- Computer Literacy
- Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Collection Development
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Knowledge of Circulation Procedures
- Lifelong learner
- Database Management
- Cataloging Software
Timeline
Youth Services Assistant
Bethlehem Area Public Library
06.2017 - 08.2017
Digitial Literacy Teacher/Librarian
Bethlehem Area School District
09.2006 - Current
Librarian
Reading School District
08.2005 - 09.2006
Library Circulation Assistant
Bucks County Free Library
01.1999 - 08.2002
Master's Degree - Library Science
Kutztown University
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education and Library Science
Kutztown University