Melody Bolton
Van Alstyne,TX
Summary
Dynamic librarian with extensive experience in library management and student support. Known for fostering strong relationships and providing exceptional reference services, ready to enhance library operations and promote learning through effective communication and technology integration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Librarian
Van Alstyne ISD
Van Alstyne, TX
03.2025 - Current
- Organized library materials to ensure easy access and efficient retrieval.
- Provided technology assistance to patrons using computers and digital resources.
- Researched information requests to help patrons find accurate resources quickly.
- Organized library equipment and collections.
- Maintained records of patron borrowing activity with an automated system.
- Developed and maintained library collection by selecting, ordering, cataloguing, and classifying books and other materials.
- Provided reference services to students, faculty, staff, and community members using print and electronic resources.
- Managed daily operations of the library, including staffing issues, budgeting, inventory control, and purchasing.
- Researched current trends in libraries to stay abreast of new technologies.
- Coached students, faculty and staff in use of electronic, print and internet resources including databases, search engines, and research tools.
- Processed faculty requests for new resources.
- Taught group and individual instruction sessions to impart knowledge of library and research practices.
- Performed digital research using databases and online data repositories.
- Addressed and resolved patron inquiries and issues, providing exceptional customer service.
Elementary School Teacher
Van Alstyne ISD
Van Alstyne, Texas
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum and share teaching resources.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided feedback.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Communicated effectively and purposefully with parents about student performance and classroom activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Served as mentor for new teachers in the department.
- Utilized technology to enhance teaching methods and student engagement.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Education
Master of Science - Library and Information Science
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX05-2026
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Education
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Commerce, TXSome College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Grayson County College
Van Alstyne, TXSkills
- Information management
- Information literacy
- Relationship building
- Library management
- Effective communication
- Literacy outreach
- Library instruction
Affiliations
Outdoor exploration, (specifically in our nation's National Parks), photography, reading, cooking
Certification
- Texas Educator Certification- EC-6th Grades
- Texas Educator Certification-English as a Second Language Certification- EC-6th Grades
- Science of Teaching Reading Certification- EC-6th Grades
- Texas School Librarian Certification- EC-12th Grades (Certification Anticipated January 2026)
Timeline
Librarian
Van Alstyne ISD
03.2025 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Van Alstyne ISD
06.2020 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Library and Information Science
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Education
The University of Texas At El Paso
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Grayson County College
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