LAURIE SWEGLE
Library
Greendale,WI
Summary
Accomplished Library Instructional Coach with 20 years as a Library Media Specialist, plus an additional 20 years of experience in marketing and management. Goal-oriented Library Instructional Coach dedicated to strengthening administrative operations to streamline costs and enhance procedures. Cultivate long-lasting relationships with students and staff to strengthen program success. Motivational leader with top-notch communication, organizational and strategic planning abilities.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
42
42
years of post-secondary education
Work History
University Supervisor and Mentor
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
08.2023 - Current
- Manage evaluation process for mentors, ensuring consistent implementation of university policies
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Library Instructional Coach
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Assist new librarians to acclimate quickly into their roles through a comprehensive mentoring program and ongoing support.
- Support data-driven instruction by assisting librarians with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Facilitated collaborative professional development by planning sessions for library personnel to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
Tutor
Varsity Tutors
01.2019 - Current
- Increased student comprehension by developing methods to motivate and engage students in learning
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
Library Media Specialist
Southport Elementary School
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Revamped library website, incorporating user-friendly navigation, digital resources, and helpful tutorials
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs
- Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources
- Maintained relevant library and technology collection based on analysis of student needs
- Collaborated with teachers to develop lessons and maker space activities for students
Library Media Specialist
Sarah Adams Elementary
01.2006 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with colleagues on implementation of vision for 21st-century library
- Facilitate and manage student’s independent use of online library circulation/cataloging system and physical location of materials.
- Initiated STEAM program in Library Media Center
Vice President
Sterling Telemanagement
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Confered with clients to discuss options and goals for their property management system
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion
Project Manager
ITEC / Xpertel
01.1986 - 01.1997
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with vendors to manage performance
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education -
National Louis University
Library Information Specialist Certification -
University of Phoenix
05.2001 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Northeastern Illinois University
05.2001 -
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
undefinedTimeline
University Supervisor and Mentor
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
08.2023 - Current
Library Instructional Coach
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Library Media Specialist
Southport Elementary School
01.2021 - 01.2022
Tutor
Varsity Tutors
01.2019 - Current
Library Media Specialist
Sarah Adams Elementary
01.2006 - 01.2021
Library Information Specialist Certification -
University of Phoenix
05.2001 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Northeastern Illinois University
05.2001 -
Vice President
Sterling Telemanagement
01.1997 - 01.2001
Project Manager
ITEC / Xpertel
01.1986 - 01.1997
1001383327, 1088 and 1902, Wisconsin
Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education -
National Louis University
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