Kelli Ballwahn
Madison,Wisconsin
Summary
Seventeen years of experience with library operations and services. Library enthusiast and life-long learner who believes in access to print and online resources for all. Detail-oriented, adaptable, problem-solver with strong inter-personal skills. Independent worker as well as a team player.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Media Technology Specialist
Madison Metropolitan School District
08.2006 - 06.2023
- Independently performed all necessary tasks to provide a robust library program for students and staff.
- Managed student Chromebook program.
- Collaborated with teachers for technology integration, library activities and procurement of resources.
- Developed and maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection.
- Assisted students and staff in locating and using library resources.
- Assisted patrons with computer problems.
- Promoted books and library activities through displays, slideshows, LibGuides, websites, and newsletters.
- Taught information technology skills and literacy appreciation to middle school students.
Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
08.2002 - 07.2006
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Special Education Teacher
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District
08.1999 - 06.2002
Special Education Teacher
Columbus School District
08.1994 - 06.1999
Movie Theater Vendor and Assistant Manager
Madison 20th Century Theatres
10.1991 - 08.1994
- Provided service to customers as a cashier and concessions vendor.
- Completed regular inventory counts.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records.
- Supervised day-to-day operations including scheduling and hiring.
Education
Certification - Library Media Technology
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05.2006
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI05.2001
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI05.1993
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Creative Problem-solving
- Customer Aervice
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Follett Destiny Software
- Library Systems and Procedures
- Quick Learner
- Self-Motivated
- Technology Training
Timeline
Library Media Technology Specialist
Madison Metropolitan School District
08.2006 - 06.2023
Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
08.2002 - 07.2006
Special Education Teacher
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District
08.1999 - 06.2002
Special Education Teacher
Columbus School District
08.1994 - 06.1999
Movie Theater Vendor and Assistant Manager
Madison 20th Century Theatres
10.1991 - 08.1994
Certification - Library Media Technology
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Cardinal Stritch University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin - Madison
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