Paige Wright
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Librarian with a passion for fostering a love for learning and strong character development in elementary students through literacy. Committed to teaching and modeling essential traits such as, respect, accountability, integrity, service, and excellence. Skilled in promoting literacy through engaging instruction and creative learning activities that support diverse learners.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Supervisor
Maricopa County Library District
Goodyear , AZ
11.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily library operations and coordinated staff activities to enhance service delivery at Maricopa County Library District.
- Managed inventory of library materials and organized shelves to improve accessibility for patrons.
- Trained new staff on library policies, procedures, and customer service techniques.
- Resolved patron inquiries and complaints with professionalism and courtesy.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding location of materials or general information about the library's operations.
- Supervised daily operations, including staffing schedules, budget allocations, and maintenance issues, to ensure smooth library function.
- Provided engaging early literacy programs to enhance children's reading skills
Librarian
Maricopa County Library District
Waddell, Arizona
06.2022 - 11.2025
- Developed and executed weekly early literacy programs to enhance children's reading readiness.
- Organized and led monthly themed early education activities focusing on key literacy skills including alphabet recognition, counting, and basic writing.
- Planned activities for children's story time programs, adult book club, teen advisory board, etc.
- Acted as branch lead for county wide early literacy programs (Summer Reading, Winter Reading, 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten)
- Conducted library tours to introduce local schools during field trips to resources available in the library.
- Guided patrons in effectively locating information using online databases and research tools.
- Supervised teen volunteers in shelving items, pulling holds, and assisting with programs as the Teen Volunteer Coordinator for White Tank Library
- Ensured smooth library functioning in manager's absence.
Education
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - History
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN05-2020
Skills
- Literacy assessment
- Planning and presenting various programs, specifically early elementary age
- Community Engagement
- Excellent classroom management
- Strong communication
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Literacy outreach
- Time Management
- Strong customer service
- First Aid/CPR
- Fingerprint clearance card holder
Timeline
Library Supervisor
Maricopa County Library District
11.2025 - Current
Librarian
Maricopa County Library District
06.2022 - 11.2025
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - History
Valparaiso University