Rebecca Cortez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Library Media Specialist with a proven track record at Southside Independent School District, enhancing literacy and research skills through innovative programs and technology integration. Expert in collection development and digital citizenship, I excel in fostering academic achievement and promoting continuous improvement. Skilled in team collaboration and problem-solving, I successfully managed library resources to support diverse learning environments.
Professional with robust experience in library and media services. Skilled in information organization, digital resource management, and educational support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in managing library resources and supporting educational initiatives. Proven track record of enhancing library operations and implementing innovative programs that foster love of reading and learning. Demonstrated ability in digital cataloging and multimedia resource management.
Experienced with managing library media resources and educational programs. Utilizes expertise in cataloging and digital resources to enhance access to information. Knowledge of fostering collaborative learning environments and supporting diverse educational needs.
Enthusiastic Library Media Specialist offering [Number] years of experience in field. Possessing strong communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Media Specialist
Southside Independent School District
08.2010 - Current
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
- Promoted library through public relations avenues such as library website and newsletter.
- Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.
- Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
- Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
- Developed and maintained collection of resources appropriate to curriculum, students and teaching and learning styles inherent within school community.
- Updated students on use of Internet as reference tool to access latest information and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
- Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
- Hosted workshops focused on digital citizenship and internet safety for both students and parents alike.
- Evaluated collection development needs regularly, maintaining relevant materials that supported academic achievement across all subject areas.
- Promoted literacy by organizing engaging author visits, book clubs, and reading incentive programs.
- Managed the library budget, ensuring the acquisition of diverse materials aligned with curricular needs and student interests.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop interdisciplinary curriculum units that integrated library resources for enriched learning experiences.
- Analyzed circulation data to identify trends in resource usage, informing decisions for future acquisitions or weeding outdated materials.
- Coordinated school-wide participation in statewide reading challenges, celebrating student success and promoting a love for reading.
- Gathered and utilized diverse technologies for modern and more effective education.
- Stayed abreast of latest trends and strategies in field by reading trade publications and attending conferences.
- Established a welcoming atmosphere within the library space, fostering positive interactions between students, staff, and visitors.
- Took on role of effectively troubleshooting PCs, software, printers and other equipment for entire design department.
- Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
- Established partnerships with public libraries to promote summer reading programs aimed at preventing "summer slide" among students.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Trained and supervised library staff, volunteers and other personnel.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Kept library shelves and printed materials well-stocked and organized according to established system.
- Mitigated librarian workload by independently managing basic patron requests and locating materials.
- Catalogued and sorted books and library materials.
- Maintained and updated patron records in library system database.
- Organized and maintained detailed records on equipment use, materials logs and circulation activities.
- Processed customer fines and educated individual patrons on ways to minimize future charges.
- Monitored patrons to enforce adherence to library policies for material management and behavior.
Schoo Library Specialist
East Central ISD
08.2005 - 05.2009
- Enhanced user experience through the development of user-friendly online resources and tools.
- Provided expert research assistance to patrons, guiding them in their pursuit of knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Maximized collection visibility through eye-catching displays that showcased new arrivals or highlighted underutilized resources.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing discrepancies between physical holdings and database records.
Parent Educator
House Of Neighborly Service
07.2003 - 08.2005
- Strengthened families by conducting home visits, addressing concerns, and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessment results, and service referrals to ensure continuity of care across providers.
- Established strong partnerships with community organizations such as schools, healthcare providers, social service agencies, and cultural institutions to enhance resources available for clients.
- Educated clients on parents roles with focus on skill development and guiding children through nurturing parenting.
- Conducted informative workshops on topics such as nutrition, child development milestones, stress management techniques for parents seeking additional support or knowledge in specific areas.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of child development principles and suggested alternative parenting methods to suit individual family needs.
- Conducted home visits to assess family environment and provide resources to combat behavioral or environmental setbacks.
- Enhanced parent-child relationships by providing individualized support and resources tailored to each family''s needs.
- Facilitated social connections among participants by organizing events and opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and networking within the parent educator community.
- Engaged families in beneficial activities targeted at improving bonds and interactions.
- Supported parents in establishing routines, setting boundaries, and promoting positive discipline strategies for a harmonious family environment.
- Increased parental confidence in their abilities by offering constructive feedback on observed interactions during home visits and coaching sessions.
- Contributed to increased school readiness among children through ongoing developmental assessments and targeted interventions.
- Empowered parents to advocate for their child''s educational needs by facilitating communication between families and school personnel.
- Promoted early literacy development by implementing engaging reading activities and providing educational materials for families to use at home.
- Developed culturally sensitive outreach strategies to engage diverse populations within the community, fostering inclusivity in program participation.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
Education
Master of Education - Library And Information Science
Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio, TX12-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Education
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12-1996
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Digital citizenship
- Scheduling
- Continuous improvement
- Web design
- Collection development
- Data privacy
- Project coordination
- Program management
- Recordkeeping
- Proficient in [software]
- Literacy development
- Information sources
- User access
- Computer coding
- Information literacy
- Cataloging and classification
- Reading promotion
- Audio visual equipment
- Library management
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Works well independently
- Guiding students
- Approachable
- Shelf reading
- Reading and teaching
- FLUENT IN [LANGUAGE]
- Event planning
- Technical support
- Collection analysis
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite
- Web content management
- Library instruction
- Budget administration
- Superb writer and editor
- Reading groups
- Advanced complex problem solving skills
- Catalog maintenance
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Library Media Specialist
Southside Independent School District
08.2010 - Current
Schoo Library Specialist
East Central ISD
08.2005 - 05.2009
Parent Educator
House Of Neighborly Service
07.2003 - 08.2005
Master of Education - Library And Information Science
Our Lady of The Lake University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
The University of Texas At San Antonio
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