Patricia Dillon
Swanzey,NH
Summary
I worked for six years as a School Library Paraprofessional Specialist at Winchendon Public Schools, where I demonstrated expertise in library management and literacy promotion. Successfully organized engaging book fairs and developed impactful library instruction for K-5 students. Known for exceptional attention to detail, effective communication, enhancing student engagement, and fostering a love for reading. This year, I worked as a small group interventionist para, helping children in the classroom in subjects such as English, writing, math, science, and history.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Group Interventionist Paraprofessional
Winchendon Public Schools
Winchendon, MA
08.2024 - Current
- Provided individual, small group, and classroom-based interventions for students with learning disabilities. Assisted small groups with help in the following subjects: English, writing, math, science, and history.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums, and on field trips.
- I subbed for classroom teachers on an as-needed basis throughout the year.
Paraprofessional Union President
Winchendon Public Schools
Winchendon, MA
08.2020 - Current
- Conducted contract negotiations with employers to ensure fair wages and benefits for union members.
- Evaluated current contracts regularly to identify areas that need improvement, or renegotiation.
- Initiated campaigns aimed at recruiting new members into the union's ranks.
- Represented the interests of the union membership at various conferences and conventions.
- Served as a mediator between management and employees when conflicts arose.
- Advocated for the rights of union members through meetings with local, state, and federal legislators.
- Oversaw union meetings and maintained a harmonious, nurturing atmosphere among members..
- Onboarded new members and educated them on the union's mission, values, and strategies.
School Library Specialist Paraprofessional
Winchendon Public Schools
Winchendon, MA
08.2018 - 06.2024
- Maintained library equipment, such as computers, printers, and scanners.
- Organized and conducted book fairs and other special events to promote reading among students.
- Conducted cataloging activities, including labeling, shelving, and entering records into online databases.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate library media services into the classroom curriculum.
- Planned and coordinated activities related to literacy development programs.
- Developed and delivered library instruction to students in grades K-5.
- Created, organized, and maintained a library collection of books.
- Managed student checkouts using circulation software applications.
- Analyzed usage data to inform collection development decisions.
- Returned books to circulation by placing them on the proper shelves.
- I answered students' questions and assisted in locating the requested materials.
- Maintained accurate library records for the inventory of books.
- Processed new materials for circulation.
- Implemented and monitored compliance with library policies and procedures.
- Prepared and maintained displays, displayed cases, and bulletin boards.
- Maintained accurate library records, including cataloging and inventory management.
- Conducted periodic weeding and inventory control to maintain current library collections.
- Prepared reports on library usage statistics and inventory for management review.
- Utilized library database software to catalog, track, and update materials.
- Processed faculty requests for new resources.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School
Fitchburg, MA06-1998
Bachelor of Science - Library Science
University of Maine, Augusta
Skills
- Library Management
- Patron Registration
- Sorting and processing donations
- Telephone Etiquette
- Cataloging of materials
- Material Shelving
- Materials Management
- Display Creation
- Literacy promotion
- Library Instruction
- Social Media Management
- Professional Demeanor
- Self Motivation
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Goal Setting
- Problem solving
- Reliability
- Time management abilities
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Record updating
- Effective Communication
- Dewey Decimal classification system
- Classroom management
References
- Chris Daigle 1-(978)790-4745
- Melissa Pandiscio 1-(978) 833-1178
- Zach Frederick 1-(978) 696-1505
Timeline
Small Group Interventionist Paraprofessional
Winchendon Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional Union President
Winchendon Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
School Library Specialist Paraprofessional
Winchendon Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School
Bachelor of Science - Library Science
University of Maine, Augusta
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