Linda Lindgren
Centreville,VA
Summary
Certified School Librarian dedicated to meeting student needs. Focused on providing an accessible library for all and committed to promoting lifelong learning.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Librarian
Fairfax County Public Schools
Falls Church, VA
08.2006 - Current
- Assist students in locating and using library resources and assist teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Plan weekly lessons for all classes, collaborating with teachers to support curriculum.
- Supervise student volunteers in library.
- Communicate with students, teachers, and parents by creating videos for news shows, email updates, and personal messages.
- Opened library in our new school building in 2014, including ordering all books and equipment.
- Teacher of the Year 2020-21, Bailey's Upper Elementary School.
Presenter of Interactive Preschool Programs
Great Big Planet
Washington, DC Area
06.2016 - 08.2021
- Engaging and fun presentations for ages 2-10.
Elementary School Librarian
Orange County Public Schools
Locust Grove, VA
08.2005 - 06.2006
Home Day Care Provider
Self-Employed
Centreville, VA
12.1993 - 06.2005
- Safe and enriching hands-on activities, reading, and outdoor play.
Education
Master of Science - Library And Information Studies
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL2005
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL1982
Skills
- Creating welcoming library environment for students and teachers
- Enhancing student independence in locating library books through library organization, book displays, and promoting engaging books
- Providing opportunities for hands-on learning
- Experienced using Destiny and Mackin library platforms, SirsiDynix Symphony, Microsoft Office Suite, Blackboard, Blackboard Collaborate Ultra, Schoology, and Zoom
Certification
- Virginia Postgraduate Professional License #PGP-0618332
Library Media PreK-12 - expires Jun 30, 2031
Timeline
Presenter of Interactive Preschool Programs
Great Big Planet
06.2016 - 08.2021
Elementary School Librarian
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2006 - Current
Elementary School Librarian
Orange County Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2006
Home Day Care Provider
Self-Employed
12.1993 - 06.2005
Master of Science - Library And Information Studies
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Florida State University