Meliannette Ruiz
Lexington,United States
Summary
Dynamic Library Assistant with extensive experience at Lexington Public Library, adept at providing tailored readers advisory services and promoting community programs in both English and Spanish. Proven skills in organizational planning and effective public speaking enhance outreach efforts, while a collaborative approach fosters teamwork and supports diverse learning environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Assistant 3
Lexington Public Library
02.2021 - Current
- Provide readers advisory services that helps patrons find appropriate recommendation based on their interests, reading level, and other factors.
- Promote library services and programs to the public, both English and Spanish, both internally and through community outreach.
- Serve as manager on duty and assign tasks to other staff members as needed
- Assist in home bound and Materials by Mail services for the mobile library.
- Oversee efficient functioning and safety protocols in Mobile Library.
Library Assistant 1
Lexington Public Library
Lexington, SC
06.2018 - 02.2021
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Maintained a well-organized collection through diligent shelving, shelf-reading, and inventory management tasks.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
Teacher Assistant
Rocky River Elementary
Concord, NC
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Developed and implemented a full-immersion environment utilizing the target language exclusively for teaching and activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Implemented differentiated instructional approaches based on varying student abilities and interests to ensure equity in learning opportunities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Education
Associate In Science - Early Childhood Education
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA05.2012
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Collaborative learning
- Knowledge of Polaris and LEAP
- Community Outreach
- Public speaking for presentation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational and planning skills
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Team building
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
• Teamwork Award 2020
• Rising Star Award 2021
• LCPL Employee of Quarter 2023
• LCPL Employee of the Year 2023
• Lexington County Employee of the Quarter 2023
• Lexington County Employee of the Year 2023
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Library Assistant 3
Lexington Public Library
02.2021 - Current
Library Assistant 1
Lexington Public Library
06.2018 - 02.2021
Teacher Assistant
Rocky River Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2017
Associate In Science - Early Childhood Education
Holyoke Community College