Kelly Blizzard
York,PA
Summary
Experienced school librarian with over ten years in advocating for student success, cultivating expansive literary choices, and inspiring a love for reading. Developing curricular resources to inspire student achievement and creating pathways for lifelong literacy is a passion. Collaborating with colleagues to improve educational and literary materials and services for all age groups accessing library.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Librarian
Dallastown Area School District, Ore Valley Elementary School
2013.08 - Current
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database for students and staff.
- Assisted over 550 library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Managed over 24,000 library resources and materials.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Trained staff, students and faculty on use of library technology.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and requests
- Provided extensive instruction for students and staff in use of print and electronic materials.
- Removed and replaced outdated materials from children's collection to increase circulation and maintain interest of young guests.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Gathered and utilized diverse technologies for modern and more effective instruction.
- Helped to write and develop library curriculum.
- Developed lessons based on the school-wide initiative, "Choose Love/Learning Through Play."
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Dallastown Area School District, York Township Elementary School
2005.01 - 2013.08
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept twenty two to twenty five students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Supported two student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Education
Bachelor's Degree -
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA12.2004
Master's Equivalency (MEQ) -
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Various Post Secondary Education Schools09.2009
Master's Plus 60 -
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Various Post Secondary Education Schools08.2021
Pennsylvania Library Media Specialist Praxis
Skills
- Effective collaborator and communicator, and problem solver
- 21st century computer skills
- Skilled at interpersonal interaction
- Intrinsically motivated
- Piloted the "National Geographic Explorer in the Classroom" series
- Proficient and Distinguished Teacher Ratings
- Cooperating Teacher for 2 college students in student teaching experience
- Mentor to various new teachers
- Creating fiscally responsible budget
- Collaborating with various vendors
- Knowledge of various online platforms such as Symbaloo, Screencastify, Google, Microsoft Office, Zoom, Destiny
Curriculum/Staff Development
Curriculum/Staff Development
Remote Learning Instruction and Curriculum Development
2nd Grade Social Studies Curriculum Mapping Committee
K-3 Library Curriculum Mapping Committee
Spirit Committee Member (York Township Elem.)
Social Committee Member (Ore Valley Elem.)
Former JV Cheerleading Coach
Timeline
Librarian
Dallastown Area School District, Ore Valley Elementary School
2013.08 - Current
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Dallastown Area School District, York Township Elementary School
2005.01 - 2013.08
Bachelor's Degree -
York College of Pennsylvania
Master's Equivalency (MEQ) -
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Master's Plus 60 -
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pennsylvania Library Media Specialist Praxis
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