Melissa Askew
Opelika,AL
Summary
Resource-driven Librarian recommends, interprets and evaluates information sources and assists users with academic and information searches. Asserts sharp, keen eye for detail and organization. Proactively uses technology to perform job or enhance customer experience.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
School Librarian
Charleston County School District
08.2022 - Current
- Shelved books and staffed both circulation and reference desks for library.
- Removed and replaced outdated materials from collection to increase circulation and maintain interest of guests.
- Designed and refreshed educational displays, featured books and interactive games.
- Selected and maintained books, software and periodicals for collection.
- Maintained records for program attendance and material usage to continuously improve library offerings.
- Offered reference service and book recommendations for students and teachers to improve access to high-quality learning materials.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Supported digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
- Created and implemented engaging and educational programs for all age groups.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Taught 6-8 grade English Language Arts.
- Created lesson plans.
- Assessed students.
- Shelved books and staffed both circulation and reference desks for library.
- Removed and replaced outdated materials from collection to increase circulation and maintain interest of guests.
- Designed and refreshed educational displays, featured books and interactive games.
- Selected and maintained books, software and periodicals for collection.
- Maintained records for program attendance and material usage to continuously improve library offerings.
- Offered reference service and book recommendations for students and teachers to improve access to high-quality learning materials.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Supported digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
- Created and implemented engaging and educational programs for all age groups.
School Librarian
Berkeley County School District
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Shelved books and staffed both circulation and reference desks for library.
- Removed and replaced outdated materials from collection to increase circulation and maintain interest of guests.
- Designed and refreshed educational displays, featured books and interactive games.
- Selected and maintained books, software and periodicals for collection.
- Maintained records for program attendance and material usage to continuously improve library offerings.
- Offered reference service and book recommendations for students and teachers to improve access to high-quality learning materials.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Supported digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
- Created and implemented engaging and educational programs for all age groups.
School Librarian
Orangeburg County Consolidated Schools
08.2008 - 01.2010
- Shelved books and staffed both circulation and reference desks for library.
- Removed and replaced outdated materials from collection to increase circulation and maintain interest of guests.
- Designed and refreshed educational displays, featured books and interactive games.
- Selected and maintained books, software and periodicals for collection.
- Maintained records for program attendance and material usage to continuously improve library offerings.
- Offered reference service and book recommendations for students and teachers to improve access to high-quality learning materials.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Supported digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
- Created and implemented engaging and educational programs for all age groups.
School Librarian
Camden County School System
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Shelved books and staffed both circulation and reference desks for library.
- Removed and replaced outdated materials from collection to increase circulation and maintain interest of guests.
- Designed and refreshed educational displays, featured books and interactive games.
- Selected and maintained books, software and periodicals for collection.
- Maintained records for program attendance and material usage to continuously improve library offerings.
- Offered reference service and book recommendations for students and teachers to improve access to high-quality learning materials.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Supported digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
- Created and implemented engaging and educational programs for all age groups.
Education
MLIS - Library Science
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC12.2024
Ed.D - Digital Transformation
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN04.2022
Ed.S - Adult Education
Auburn University
Auburn, AL12.2005
M.Ed - Library Media
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA05.2000
M.Ed - Adult Education
Auburn University
Auburn, AL07.1996
Bachelor of Science - Family And Childhood Development
Auburn University
Auburn, AL12.1993
Skills
- Automated Library Systems
- Circulation Procedures
- Collection Development
- Faculty Training
- Group Instruction
- Library Databases
- Library Instruction
- Organizational Skills
- Records Maintenance
- Reference Support
- Research Support
- Skilled Researcher
- Social Media Knowledge
- Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Work Well Independently
Accomplishments
- Published a chapter in the text Sources of Adult Education 1st Edition by James E Witte (Author)
- Wrote The Effects of Using a Digital Multi-means Toolbox On Student Engagement, a Doctoral Capstone Project Presented in Partial Fulfillment Of the Requirements for the Degree Doctor of Education
Affiliations
- American Library Association (ALA)
- American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
- International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
- Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) Honor Society in Education
- National Association of Media Literacy Educators (NAMLE)
- Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE)
Timeline
School Librarian
Charleston County School District
08.2022 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
08.2018 - 05.2022
School Librarian
Berkeley County School District
10.2015 - 08.2018
School Librarian
Orangeburg County Consolidated Schools
08.2008 - 01.2010
School Librarian
Camden County School System
08.2005 - 05.2007
MLIS - Library Science
University of South Carolina
Ed.D - Digital Transformation
Capella University
Ed.S - Adult Education
Auburn University
M.Ed - Library Media
Georgia College And State University
M.Ed - Adult Education
Auburn University
Bachelor of Science - Family And Childhood Development
Auburn University
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