Katherine Richter
Chicago,IL
Summary
Adept at assisting students, parents and members of public with using collections, reference materials, databases and public computers. Keeps books and other collection items well-organized and professionally displayed. Leads and creates programming both in the library and in the community to meet the needs of children and families.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Librarian II, Children's
Chicago Public Library
Chicago, IL
09.1998 - Current
- Provides reference services to children, parents, and general library users using print and electronic resources.
- Assists patrons with computers, copiers, scanners and the internet.
- Leads/creates children's programming and visit schools, day cares and community organizations.
- Purchases new/replacement books and weeds book collections.
- Attends trainings and meetings.
Librarian I, Children's
Chicago Public Library
Chicago, IL
09.1995 - 09.1998
- Assisted children, families and other patrons with locating information using online databases, search engines, websites, and other research tools.
- Assisted patrons with computers. copiers and internet.
- Assisted with children's programming, school visits, and collection maintenance.
- Attended meetings and trainings.
Circulation Page
Madison Public Library-Hawthorne Branch
Madison, WI
09.1993 - 05.1995
- Assisted with circulation duties.
Education
Master of Science - Library Science
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI05-1995
Master of Science - English Literature
University of Wisconsin - Platteville
Platteville, WI05-1993
Skills
- Children's and reference materials expertise
- Technical Support
- Library Instruction
- Community Engagement
Timeline
Librarian II, Children's
Chicago Public Library
09.1998 - Current
Librarian I, Children's
Chicago Public Library
09.1995 - 09.1998
Circulation Page
Madison Public Library-Hawthorne Branch
09.1993 - 05.1995
Master of Science - Library Science
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Master of Science - English Literature
University of Wisconsin - Platteville