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Kate Montgomery

Towanda,PA

Summary

Recent graduate of Mansfield University with a bachelor’s degree in history and a minor in creative writing. I became skilled in multiple areas while working for the Towanda Public Library, and while interning at the Heritage Village and Farm Museum. Some of these skills include writing, researching, organization, working with a team and with the public, and the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Committed, skillful, hardworking team member with seven years of experience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Librarian

Towanda Public Library
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Managed circulation desk by checking materials in and out, issuing library cards, and assisting library patrons with various tasks.
  • Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
  • Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
  • Created material displays with skillful organization and creativity to encourage patron use.

Library Aide

Towanda Public Library
10.2017 - 01.2021
  • Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
  • Answered patron questions regarding library services and resources.
  • Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.

Intern

Heritage Village and Farm Museum
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
  • Aided staff in social media marketing.
  • Wrote and published multiple articles discussing events at the museum.
  • Assisted in cataloging new artifacts and designing a large display.
  • Traveled locally to photograph buildings for an addition to the museum.
  • Attended committee meetings and assisted by recording discussions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
Mansfield, PA
12.2023

High School Diploma -

Towanda Area High School
Towanda, PA
06.2019

Skills

  • Technical Support
  • Library Instruction
  • Research
  • Customer Service
  • Superb writer and editor
  • Literary knowledge
  • Knowledge of circulation procedures
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Organizational Skills

Timeline

Intern

Heritage Village and Farm Museum
08.2023 - 12.2023

Librarian

Towanda Public Library
01.2021 - 06.2024

Library Aide

Towanda Public Library
10.2017 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - History

Mansfield University of Pennsylvania

High School Diploma -

Towanda Area High School
Kate Montgomery