Lydia Campbell
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic certified art educator and librarian with a proven track record at Sunnyside Unified School District, I am adept at enhancing student engagement through innovative curriculum development and resource management. I am skilled in creating inclusive learning environments, and demonstrating exceptional organizational and communication abilities. I have successfully secured funding for both art and library resources and have managed ordering and budgets for both programs. I am highly organized and prepared, but also flexible when necessary. I showcase a blend of leadership and approachability.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Librarian
Sunnyside Unified School District
07.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum-aligned research projects, fostering critical thinking among students.
- Selected, ordered, and maintained student and teacher collections with given budget.
- Maintained student computers
- Co-coordinator for AZELLA and state-mandated annual tests
- Planned and Implemented Library Programming
- Established clear expectations for student behavior within the library environment, promoting a safe and conducive space for learning and exploration.
- Promoted digital citizenship through lessons on responsible internet use, privacy protection, and online etiquette among middle school students.
- Applied for and Assisted others with grant applications to secure funding for library and school upgrades and additional resources, enhancing the overall quality of the facility.
21st CCLC Program Co-Coordinator
Sunnyside Unified School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Spearheaded marketing efforts, raising awareness of programs through targeted campaigns and social media promotion.
- Managed disciplinary actions for students who were non compliant during the before and afterschool activities.
- Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources efficiently to reduce costs without compromising quality.
- Facilitated meetings effectively, keeping discussions on track and driving consensus among team members.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals for staff.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
- Monitored front areas so that students could be picked up and/or questions could be promptly addressed.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 25 employees.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
Middle School Art Teacher
Sunnyside Unified School District
08.2001 - 05.2019
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive classroom activities and group projects.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in art education and incorporate innovative teaching methods into the classroom.
- Organized school and district-wide art exhibits to showcase student talent and promote an appreciation for the arts within the community.
- Assessed student progress regularly with both formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instruction accordingly for maximum success.
- Developed curriculum that aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required material.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create cross-curricular units that integrated the arts with other subjects.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide initiatives promoting creativity and critical thinking skills across all subject areas.
- Fostered a safe and inclusive classroom environment where students felt comfortable expressing their ideas without fear of judgment or ridicule.
- Managed art supplies inventory efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary materials while staying within budget constraints.
- Enhanced students'' creative expression through a variety of art mediums, including painting, drawing, and sculpture.
- Through the sponsorship of 9 college interns, I mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques, contributing to a supportive work environment.
- Served as an advisor for the after-school Art Club, providing additional opportunities for students to pursue their interests in visual arts outside of regular class time.
Education
Master’s of Education - Bilingual/Multicultural Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZBachelor of Fine Arts - Art Education
University of North Texas
Denton, TXSkills
- Collection maintenance and development
- Computer Maintenance and Management
- Graphic Design Skills
- Library Programming
- Resources Maintenance and Management
- Classroom Management Skills
- Master Teacher Skills
- Works well independently
- Organizational Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Friendly
- Approachable
- Social Media Engagement
- Curriculum support
- Research assistance
Certification
AZ Dept of Education
- Art, Pre-K-12
- Middle Grades 5-9
- Library-Media Specialist, Pre-K-12
Timeline
21st CCLC Program Co-Coordinator
Sunnyside Unified School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
School Librarian
Sunnyside Unified School District
07.2019 - Current
Middle School Art Teacher
Sunnyside Unified School District
08.2001 - 05.2019
AZ Dept of Education
- Art, Pre-K-12
- Middle Grades 5-9
- Library-Media Specialist, Pre-K-12
Master’s of Education - Bilingual/Multicultural Education
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Art Education
University of North Texas
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