To obtain a position as a library paraprofessional for Bowling Green City Schools.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Volunteer
Conneaut Elementary
09.2024 - Current
Selected and read engaging, age appropriate, relevant books to various classes.
Contributed to a well-organized and efficient environment through regular circulating, sorting, shelving, and labeling materials.
Greeted visitors, answered questions, made book recommendations, and located materials.
Improved library efficiency by identifying areas in need of additional support, such as restocking supply stations or tidying public spaces.
Assisted in setting up, running the register, and helping students find materials within their budget for the Book Fair
Assisted with maintaining an up-to-date collection by conducting inventory checks and identifying items for replacement or removal.
Collaborated with fellow volunteers to complete large-scale reorganization projects, maximizing shelf space and improving resource accessibility for patrons.
Checked materials in and out to support patron circulation needs.
Maintained an organized filing system that streamlined access to important documents.
Created and coordinated various school-wide functions, including teacher appreciation week and family fun nights.
Contributed to improved communication channels by updating content on the PTO website regularly.
Spearheaded outreach initiatives resulting in increased overall PTO participation from both parents and staff members.
Facilitated regular meetings, addressing concerns and suggestions raised by parents and staff members in a timely manner.
Supported fundraising efforts for school events.
Headserver, Hostess, Cook, Order Taker
Pagliai's Pizza, Inc.
07.1997 - 06.2011
Provided quality service to customers.
Maintained a clean, safe, and welcoming environment through regular monitoring of dining areas and server stations.
Trained new employees and informed the dining room staff of policy changes.
Supervised, hired, and scheduled the dining room staff.
Organized and oversaw dining room staff meetings.
Lead Teacher
WSOS Rossford Family Development Center
02.2006 - 05.2011
Coordinated and developed classroom activities and weekly lesson plans in accordance with Creative Curriculum, Galileo Preschool Standards, and Early Learning Content Standards.
Served as a liaison between families, coordinators, parent committees, and the community.
Recorded and monitored children's progress with portfolios and various assessment tools.
Directed and trained teacher assistants and volunteers.
Conducted conferences and literacy educational home visits with families.
Participated in professional development trainings, IEP meetings, and intervention plans.
Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Substitute Teacher
Wood County Educational Service Center
11.2005 - 02.2006
Substituted at Elmwood High School in various classrooms, including Special Needs.
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Part-time Physical Education Teacher
Ladyfield Catholic School
01.2005 - 06.2005
Planned and organized lesson plans in accordance with state standards and course of study for the preschool, kindergarten, second, fifth, seventh, and eighth grade students.
Maintained classroom discipline.
Attended staff meetings and professional development in-services.
Education
Renewed Teaching License And Undergrad Coursework - Early Childhood Education
Owens Community College
Toledo, Ohio
05-2016
Graduate Certificate - Early Childhood (4-5) Gereralist Endorsement
Lourdes University
Sylvania, Ohio
05-2010
Bachelor of Science in Education - Early Childhood Studies
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, Ohio
05.2004
Skills
Shelving books
Creative displays
Reading recommendations
Guest service
Fundraising support
Reading and teaching
Timeline
Library Volunteer
Conneaut Elementary
09.2024 - Current
Secretary
Conneaut PTO
05.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
WSOS Rossford Family Development Center
02.2006 - 05.2011
Substitute Teacher
Wood County Educational Service Center
11.2005 - 02.2006
Part-time Physical Education Teacher
Ladyfield Catholic School
01.2005 - 06.2005
Headserver, Hostess, Cook, Order Taker
Pagliai's Pizza, Inc.
07.1997 - 06.2011
Renewed Teaching License And Undergrad Coursework - Early Childhood Education
Owens Community College
Graduate Certificate - Early Childhood (4-5) Gereralist Endorsement
Lourdes University
Bachelor of Science in Education - Early Childhood Studies