Mary Weatherby
Mashpee,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented Library Media Specialist eager to help students enjoy learning, and engage in education using diverse media strategies. Dedicated to working closely with teachers and other library staff. A lifelong learner and lover of books.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Media Specialist
Bourne Intermediate School
09.2021 - Current
- Encouraged reading, information literacy skills, and information resources through book clubs, reading programs, and interactive read-alouds.
- Collaborated with teachers by developing and implementing projects, and providing resources.
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property.
- Updated students on use of Internet as reference tool to access latest information and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
- Utilized diverse technologies for modern and more effective education.
- Periodically evaluated school library media program for continuous improvement.
- Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
- Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
- Developed and maintained collection of resources appropriate to curriculum, students and teaching and learning styles inherent within school community.
- Managed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, supplies, and computer software and hardware.
- Stayed abreast of latest trends and strategies in field by reading trade publications and attending conferences.
- Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
Grade 5 ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Bourne Intermediate School
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards, and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Impacted lessons positively by incorporating smart boards, computers, games and music into classroom.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
Substitute Teacher
Bourne Public Schools
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- 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.
Education
Master of Science - Library Media Studies
Salem State University
Salem, MA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/Journalism
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI05.1986
Skills
- Information Sources
- Literacy Outreach
- Instructional Techniques
- Library Databases
- Classroom Instruction
- Materials Management
- Collaborative Environments
- Information Technology Literacy Skills
- Google Suite
- Multimedia Presentations
- Collection Development
Additional Information
- Member, Massachusetts School Library Association (MSLA)
- Member, district Elementary Literacy Committee
- Member, district MTSS committee (Multi-tiered system of support)
- Executive board member, Bourne Educators Association
- Co-director, school Healthy Action Team
Timeline
Library Media Specialist
Bourne Intermediate School
09.2021 - Current
Grade 5 ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Bourne Intermediate School
10.2020 - 06.2021
Substitute Teacher
Bourne Public Schools
09.2017 - 06.2020
Master of Science - Library Media Studies
Salem State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/Journalism
Marquette University
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