Overview
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Education
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Lorraine Gonzales-Rivera

Española,NM

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educational Assistant Librarian

McCurdy Charter School
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
  • Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
  • Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
  • Located library materials, resources to fulfill patron requests.
  • At McCurdy Charter School I created a library for K-6 from the ground up, twice. The school had about 10% of books that were over 25 years old. Upon leaving not only did I fill the shelves, but I also started a small library for secondary.
  • Started a program to create small community libraries.

Educational Assistant Librarian

Pojoaque Valley Schools
02.2017 - 05.2022
  • Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
  • Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
  • Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
  • Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
  • Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
  • Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
  • Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
  • Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
  • Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
  • Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.
  • Processed library card applications and maintained patron records with accurate contact information.
  • Set up computer and digital device access, providing assistance with use and operation.
  • Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
  • Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.
  • Collected fees, fines and donations for balanced library finances.
  • Inducted, informed and supported new users with thorough library orientations.
  • Kept library shelves and printed materials well-stocked and organized according to established system.
  • Catalogued and sorted books and library materials.
  • Organized and maintained detailed records on equipment use, materials logs and circulation activities.
  • Maintained and updated patron records in library system database.
  • Mitigated librarian workload by independently managing basic patron requests and locating materials.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Pojoaque Valley Schools
02.2009 - 02.2017
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.

Education

High School Diploma -

Espanola Valley High School
Espanola, NM
05.1986

Skills

  • Processes and Procedures
  • Literary Knowledge
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Library Organization
  • Reading and Teaching
  • Sorting and Processing Donations
  • Catalog Update
  • Damaged Book Removal
  • Book Repair
  • Material Check-In and Check-Out
  • Cataloging and Shelving
  • Book Scanning

Certification

LEVEL THREE PRE K-12 EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

LEVEL ONE PRE K-12 SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Timeline

Educational Assistant Librarian

McCurdy Charter School
08.2022 - 09.2023

Educational Assistant Librarian

Pojoaque Valley Schools
02.2017 - 05.2022

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Pojoaque Valley Schools
02.2009 - 02.2017

High School Diploma -

Espanola Valley High School

LEVEL THREE PRE K-12 EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

LEVEL ONE PRE K-12 SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Lorraine Gonzales-Rivera