RACHEL JEFFERS
ESPERANCE,UNITED STATES
Summary
With more than twenty years of varying classroom experience, I bring the required four consecutive years of experience as a school library media specialist to the prospective role. From November 2021-2024 I was the lead librarian/media specialist for Tecler Elementary where I trained and worked with two full-time library aides. In September of 2024, I transferred to Lynch Literacy Academy (Middle School,) where I currently occupy the role of school library media specialist.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
School Library Media Specialist PK-12
Greater Amsterdam School District
Amsterdam, United States
11.2021 - Current
- Lead library enrichment programs across grade levels while managing digital resources and fostering student literacy through innovative reading initiatives
- Develop and maintain comprehensive digital catalog system, streamline resource allocation, and implement data-driven collection development strategies
- Partner with teachers to integrate information literacy skills into curriculum, creating cross-disciplinary learning opportunities and research projects
- Modernize library spaces into dynamic learning hubs, introducing makerspace elements and digital learning tools to enhance student engagement
- Conduct resource utilization analysis to optimize collection development, ensuring materials align with curriculum needs and student interests
- Lead cross-departmental initiatives to embed information literacy within subject curricula, strengthening academic outcomes across disciplines
- Builds strong cross-functional relationships, facilitates effective team communication, and contributes to positive workplace culture.
- Demonstrates strong commitment to professional growth, maintains excellent time management, and consistently delivers high-quality work.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - INFORMATION SCIENCE
University at Albany
12.2023
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - SECONDARY ENGLISH EDUCATION
Siena College
Loudonville, NY01.2000
Skills
- Digital resource management
- Collection development
- Information literacy integration
- Library program leadership
- Makerspace development
- Curriculum collaboration
Hobbies and Interests
- Secretary/Treasurer Esperance Cemetery
- Volunteer Esperance Historical Society
- Esperance Village Trustee
- HFM BOCES Library Council/ICAD/Social Committee
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Library Media Specialist PK-12
Greater Amsterdam School District
11.2021 - Current
MASTER OF SCIENCE - INFORMATION SCIENCE
University at Albany
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - SECONDARY ENGLISH EDUCATION
Siena College