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Pamela Contreras

Librarian
Colorado Spgs,Colorado

Summary

Dedicated candidate eager to put analytical and problem-solving skills to practice in professional setting. Skilled at gathering and analyzing data for research with keen eye for accuracy. Reliable with strong leadership skills for mentoring and supervising students and staff. Flexible with solid adaptability for working in dynamic environment. Skilled at conducting research, managing projects and developing course materials. Strong problem-solving skills and committed to staying current with best practices and trends in adult education.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Library Associate

Pikes Peak Library District
09.2014 - Current
  • Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
  • Responded to numerous reference queries daily, helping patrons with specific information needs.
  • Set up computer and digital device access, providing patron assistance with use and operation.
  • Inducted, informed and supported new users with thorough library orientations.
  • Helped patrons locate resources using catalog and circulation systems.
  • Marketed library's many services to visitors and patrons through active communication.
  • Implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
  • Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging adults and supporting lifelong learning.
  • Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
  • Compiled and submitted library activity and performance reports for improved insight.

Graduate Assistant

San Jose State University
07.2023 - Current
  • Administered coursework, graded assignments and provided constructive feedback.
  • Coordinated with faculty members to develop course syllabi and materials.
  • Supervised and mentored graduate students, aiding project success.
  • Presented relevant topics to graduate students for increased subject engagement.
  • Helped students develop diligent study habits and strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
  • Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
  • Devised and implemented strategies for engaging students in class discussions.
  • Mentored and advised students to focus on academics and explore career paths and opportunities.
  • Kept accurate records of student performance to track student progress and provide feedback on performance.

Instructional Design Consultant

Snow College
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Planned and monitored implementation of online learning programs.
  • Designed course materials and supported implementation.
  • Provided subject matter expertise courses, materials and lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
  • Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
  • Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.

Administrative Assistant

Oneida Baptist Institute
08.2001 - 07.2004
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
  • Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
  • Drafted correspondence and other documents for CEO and department heads in company's voice.
  • Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
  • Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.

Education

Master of Science - Library Science

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
04.2024

Bachelor of Science - Psychology: Family Studies

Corban University
Salem, OR
2011

Certificate - Spanish Language And Literature

Spanish Institute of Puebla
Puebla, Mexico
2007

Skills

  • Faculty Support
  • Student Advisory
  • Administrative Duties
  • Training and Development
  • Library Instruction and Reference
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Presentation Development
  • Community Outreach
  • Time Management
  • Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
  • Scheduling
  • Team Collaboration
  • Works Well Independently

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Graduate Assistant

San Jose State University
07.2023 - Current

Instructional Design Consultant

Snow College
08.2022 - 12.2022

Senior Library Associate

Pikes Peak Library District
09.2014 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Oneida Baptist Institute
08.2001 - 07.2004

Master of Science - Library Science

San Jose State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology: Family Studies

Corban University

Certificate - Spanish Language And Literature

Spanish Institute of Puebla

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