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Lethia Cupples Rash

Lethia Cupples Rash

Library Media Information Specialist
Hughes,AR

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time and rewarding job using my skill in education and Library Media Science. I am looking for a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills as well as leveraging five years of experience in the library and 10 years in a classroom.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Library Media Specialist

West Memphis School District
West Memphis, AR
01.2017 - Current



  • In charge of schools social media pages, electronic signs, and webpage
  • Teach meaningful library lessons
  • Communicate with stakeholders in the community
  • Present data to school board and community for programming and needs .
  • Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
  • Delivered appropriate Web service experience by utilizing HTML, CSS and JavaScript languages.
  • Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
  • Implemented and maintained automated catalogs, circulation systems and textbook check-out services.
  • Stayed abreast of latest trends and strategies in field by reading trade publications and attending conferences.
  • Took on role of effectively troubleshooting PCs, software, printers and other equipment for entire design department.
  • Promoted library through public relations avenues such as library website and newsletter.
  • Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
  • Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
  • Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
  • Updated students on use of Internet as reference tool to access latest information and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
  • Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
  • Developed and maintained collection of resources appropriate to curriculum, students and teaching and learning styles inherent within school community.
  • Designed icons and animations that were used in print and digital marketing campaigns.
  • Monitored projects to correctly complete media acquisition tasks and meet expected training milestones.
  • Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
  • Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.

Elementary Classroom Teacher

West Memphis School District
West Memphis, AR
01.2008 - 01.2017
  • Assessed, recorded and communicated student progress
  • Organized learning resources and the classroom environment to facilitate a positive learning experience
  • Balanced whole-group, small-group, & individual instruction to accommodate different academic levels & learning styles; designed and implemented behavior modification system
  • Identified children's individual and collective learning needs and planned, prepared and delivered instruction designed to capture students' interest and maximize individual learning
  • Coached the Bragg Quiz Bowl team as well as the WMSD Dream Team.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.

Education

Associate Degree - EducationMid

South Community College

Bachelors of Education - undefined

University of Central Arkansas

Masters - Library Media and Information

Central Arkansas

Skills

10years’ experience as an elementary teacherundefined

Timeline

Library Media Specialist

West Memphis School District
01.2017 - Current

Elementary Classroom Teacher

West Memphis School District
01.2008 - 01.2017

Associate Degree - EducationMid

South Community College

Bachelors of Education - undefined

University of Central Arkansas

Masters - Library Media and Information

Central Arkansas

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