Kim Norment
Nashville,Tennessee
Summary
Experienced Librarian exhibiting superb communication and interpersonal skills. Dedicated to fostering welcoming and inviting library atmosphere. Focused on literacy and committed to promoting lifelong learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Librarian
Wilson County Schools - Southside School
Lebanon, TN
09.2021 - Current
- Received Tennessee Arts Commission grant to bring renowned author to campus.
- Completed two successful book fairs per semester.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Gathered and utilized diverse technologies for modern and more effective education.
Librarian
Williamson County Schools - Woodland Middle School
Brentwood, TN
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Oversaw distribution and retrieval of all student Chromebooks in 1:1 school.
- Directed all IT help desk tickets for 600 student school.
- Purchased all new books.
- Taught library classes to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.
- Coached Battle of the Books team, placing 2nd in district wide competition.
- Worked with online students via Zoom.
- Secured four author visits via Zoom, two of which were viewed school wide.
Librarian
Metro Nashville Public Schools - Gra-Mar Middle School
Nashville, Tennessee
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Worked with teachers to provide students with technology and collaborated with teachers to create interesting lessons for student population of over 400.
- Oversaw total library program, including media, catalog and instructional areas. Managed budget of $13,000.
- Scheduled and organized teaching training.
- Instructional Coach - used data to improve performance for teachers and students. Training for teams and individuals.
- Collected and analyzed statistics on program data and usage using Karl connect.
Bon Lin Middle School Librarian
Bartlett City Schools
Bartlett, Tennessee
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Managed library for over 680 students in 6th-8th grades.
- Purchased all new books and material meeting budgetary considerations of $5,000 every year.
- Wrote and received grants from Bartlett Education Association all three years at Bon Lin. Each grant was $500.
- Instructional Coach, Professional Development,Helped design training, and conducted training programs.
Librarian
Shelby County Schools
Memphis, TN
08.2011 - 05.2016
- Managed library for over 500 students in 6th - 8th grades.
- Purchased all new books and materials meeting budgetary deadlines of $6,500 budget.
- Purchased and implemented Accelerated reader program for first time in school history.
- Worked as community partner with businesses in community to secure funding for programs to benefit students.
- Instructional Coach, District Wide. Taught new technology skills.
Information-Literacy Specialist
Presbyterian Day School
Memphis, TN
12.2009 - 05.2011
- Oversaw all aspects of 20,000 volume media center of leading 650-student PK-6 independent school.
- Began implementation of Electronic books from Follett Library Services.
- Ran Scholastic Book Fair generating more than $30,000 in revenue.
- Initiated two key partnerships which resulted in 30% revenue growth.
- Instructional Coach for teachers and technology.
Administrative Representative
Vanderbilt Medical Group
Franklin, Tennessee
2007 - 2008
- Supported Chief Operating Officer with daily operational functions, including physician compensation, salary schedules, and managing various accounting functions and Human Resources.
- Coordinated training and logistics for employees.
Education
Master of Arts - Learning and Teaching
Lipscomb University
Nashville, TNBachelor of Science - Advertising
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Administrative council
- Coaching & mentoring
- Engaging reluctant readers
- Learning Management System
- Microsoft Office, Share point
- Proficient in Power Point, Word, Excel, Microsoft Publisher
- Adobe Captivate Experience
- Verbal and written communication
- Presentation support
- Instruction
Accomplishments
- Secured numerous grants from community and philanthropic organizations to enhance library's collection and programs.
- National Endowment for the Humanities Grant recipient. Competed against teachers across the US to receive highly coveted $4,500 grant to study in the Delta.
Timeline
Librarian
Wilson County Schools - Southside School
09.2021 - Current
Librarian
Williamson County Schools - Woodland Middle School
10.2020 - 05.2021
Librarian
Metro Nashville Public Schools - Gra-Mar Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2020
Bon Lin Middle School Librarian
Bartlett City Schools
08.2014 - 05.2018
Librarian
Shelby County Schools
08.2011 - 05.2016
Information-Literacy Specialist
Presbyterian Day School
12.2009 - 05.2011
Administrative Representative
Vanderbilt Medical Group
2007 - 2008
Master of Arts - Learning and Teaching
Lipscomb University
Bachelor of Science - Advertising
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville