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Kary Wideman

Sapulpa,OK

Summary

Dynamic Library Media Specialist with a proven track record at Bixby Public Schools, excelling in program management and collection development. Successfully implemented innovative reading programs, enhancing literacy skills and fostering a love for learning. Adept at utilizing diverse technologies to support educational objectives and collaborating effectively with staff to achieve strategic goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Library Media Specialist

Bixby Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw trainings via online platforms for local and off-site staff on functionality of newly developed applications to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
  • Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
  • Implemented and maintained automated catalogs, circulation systems and textbook check-out services.
  • Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
  • Updated students on use of Internet as reference tool to access latest information and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
  • Developed and maintained collection of resources appropriate to curriculum, students and teaching and learning styles inherent within school community.
  • Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.
  • Stayed abreast of latest trends and strategies in field by reading trade publications and attending conferences.
  • Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
  • Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
  • Gathered and utilized diverse technologies for modern and more effective education.
  • Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
  • Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.

Library Media Specialist

Sapulpa Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
  • Took on role of effectively troubleshooting PCs, software, printers and other equipment for entire design department.
  • Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
  • Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
  • Implemented and maintained automated catalogs, circulation systems and textbook check-out services.
  • Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
  • Updated students on use of Internet as reference tool to access latest information and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
  • Developed and maintained collection of resources appropriate to curriculum, students and teaching and learning styles inherent within school community.
  • Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.
  • Stayed abreast of latest trends and strategies in field by reading trade publications and attending conferences.
  • Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
  • Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
  • Gathered and utilized diverse technologies for modern and more effective education.
  • Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
  • Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.

Library Media Specialist

Tulsa Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2022
  • Promoted library through public relations avenues such as library website and newsletter.
  • Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.
  • Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
  • Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
  • Gathered and utilized diverse technologies for modern and more effective education.
  • Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
  • Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
  • Oversaw trainings via online platforms for local and off-site staff on functionality of newly developed applications to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
  • Took on role of effectively troubleshooting PCs, software, printers and other equipment for entire design department.
  • Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
  • Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
  • Implemented and maintained automated catalogs, circulation systems and textbook check-out services.
  • Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
  • Updated students on use of Internet as reference tool to access latest information and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
  • Developed and maintained collection of resources appropriate to curriculum, students and teaching and learning styles inherent within school community.
  • Stayed abreast of latest trends and strategies in field by reading trade publications and attending conferences.

Education

Master of Science - Library And Information Science

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
05-2017

Bachelor of Science - Human Development

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
05-2014

Skills

  • Goal-oriented design
  • Recordkeeping
  • Team collaboration
  • Project management
  • Organizational skills
  • Information sources
  • Reference research
  • Program management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Group instruction
  • Literacy development
  • Collection development

Timeline

Library Media Specialist

Bixby Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

Library Media Specialist

Sapulpa Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023

Library Media Specialist

Tulsa Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2022

Master of Science - Library And Information Science

Northeastern State University

Bachelor of Science - Human Development

Northeastern State University

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