Patricia Feriano

• Implements MCPS Strategic Plan as foundation of success
• Embraces MCPS’s Four Roles of the Librarian as paramount to position
• Highly experienced in creation and execution of information literacy instruction that is differentiated and scaffolded for all types of learners
• Created reading and literature activities that engage emerging readers and ELD students
• Facilitated student connections to new information through culturally relevant curriculum
• Fostered atmosphere of trust and mutual respect
• Communicate high expectations for all learners
• Designed instruction for teachers and students on use of MCPS and public library databases
• Established atmosphere of collaboration with teachers to promote partnership in instruction
• Created, planned and instructed inquiry based learning opportunities across MCPS curriculum and IB Middle Years Program in collaboration with subject area teachers
• Developed a comprehensive research curriculum for Humanities Magnet Program interdisciplinary projects including: National History Day research, CSPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition, and Asia research project
• Proficient in use and instruction of a variety of technologies and applications
• Collaborated with MYP Coordinator in implementation of Community Project for IB Middle Year Program
• Partnered with English Content Specialist to create and promote summer opportunities that are diverse in approach and product
• Developed and implemented progressive research curriculum across grade levels and subject areas that is used throughout school instruction
• Reviewed, ordered and recommended literature that appeals to a variety of readers and reflect student diversity and interests
• Designed and implemented LGBTQIA+ Literature in Our Media Centers: professional training workshop for media specialist: October 2020
• Created and instructed Parent Academy Workshops: Research and the Inquiry Cycle and LGBTQIA books for Young Adults: 2019, 2020 and 2021
• Participated on School Library Media Program Leadership Advisory Board 2015, 2020
• Member of Manga and graphic novel review committee, 2018
• Designed policies and activities in media center that welcomed diversity and engaged student interaction and collaboration
• Managed library media center facilities, material and equipment in accordance with 21st Century Growth Continuum
• Partnered with Montgomery County Public Library to distribute and activate student library cards ensuring equitable access to materials
• Created and acted as advisor to Community Club (GSA), After-hours Library Club and organizing member of district Book Wars Competition
• Instructional Leadership Team member 2016-2022
• Member of Committee for Curriculum and Instruction Middle School level: 2023

• Fostered students to connect new ideas and information with self, and world around them
• Conducted information literacy and inquiry based instruction in accordance with Curriculum 2.0 for Pre-K-5th grades.
• Created and implemented differentiated information literacy, inquiry and literature based projects that engage various learning modalities
• Managed library media center facilities, material and equipment in accordance with 21st Century Growth Continuum
• Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives including: appropriate use of electronic resources and publishing application

• Created and integrated a fully collaborative library program that incorporated inquiry based research and information literacy skills across curriculum
• Developed and maintained library collection to reflect research and curricula needs of students and faculty
• Helped student learners and teachers select appropriate library books for enjoyment reading
• Provided reference services and inquiry based research support to students, faculty, and administrators across curriculum
• Organized and conducted complete library renovation of physical space, virtual space and library collection
• Developed policies, practices, and curricula that guided students in formation of variety of learning and research expertise
• Compiled and submitted library activity and performance reports for improved insight.
• Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
• Worked in collaboration with self-contained Special Education students and instructors to provide a love of literature and reading
• Fostered partnership with Albuquerque Public Library
• Led faculty in bibliographic and research instruction through ongoing professional development workshops

• Worked in collaboration with administration, contractors and architects in complete library renovation and reopening
• Designed and Established research methodology to inquiry-based modules
• Trained staff on appropriate uses of new technologies for research and video production
• Implemented new video conferencing technology to media programcoordinating outside professionals to present workshops to students
• Worked in partnership with public library to ensure access to resources for students
• Active member of district wide Instructional Technology Committee for enhancement of school's technology program

• Instructed and supported patrons in use of library databases and OPAC
• Supported patrons of all ages in accessing and utilizing resources
• Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
• Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
• Supported digital library collections containing audiobooks and digital media.
• Educated library patrons about policies for checking out materials and using resources.
• Responded to numerous reference calls daily, helping patrons with specific information needs.

Assessed literature and wrote reviews for middle grades and young adult literature for professional journal