Rosanna Teal
Wadesboro,NC
Summary
An accomplished educational leader with a passion for strategic thinking and a commitment to collaboration who excels at establishing procedures and processes to complete the job.
Performance-driven with proven track record of organizational skills, multitasking, oral and written communication skills resulting in effective and increased productivity.
Often works consistently to create and execute school events, community and public relations, along with multi-channel social media marketing advertisement.
Social, people pleasing individual who loves to meet new people and go above and beyond to make his/her experience unforgettable.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Media Specialist
Union County Public Schools
06.2017 - Current
- Developed multimedia assets for maximum engagement.
- Maintained contracts with vendors for promotional activities
- Developed customized reading lists tailored specifically to individual student interests in order to promote independent reading habits and boost overall literacy levels.
- Established a welcoming environment within the library space that encouraged students to utilize its resources for both academic pursuits and personal interests.
- Promoted reading for pleasure among students, resulting in higher circulation statistics and greater enthusiasm for literature.
- Implemented innovative technology tools within the library space, increasing student engagement and enhancing learning opportunities.
- Improved access to educational resources by maintaining a well-organized and up-to-date collection of print, digital, and multimedia materials.
- Partnered with classroom teachers to design research-based assignments aligned with curriculum standards and best practices in information literacy instruction.
- Monitored budget allocations effectively to ensure adequate funding was available for necessary resources and programming within the school library media center.
- Provided professional development for faculty members on topics related to technology integration in the classroom, fostering increased teacher confidence in utilizing new tools.
- Managed the acquisition, cataloging, processing, and weeding of library materials to ensure a relevant collection for all users.
- Utilized social media platforms effectively as a means of communicating with stakeholders about upcoming events or new resource acquisitions within the school library media environment.
- Organized annual events such as book fairs or author visits that promoted literacy throughout the school community while also generating additional funds for resource acquisitions.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
- Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.
- Set up computer and digital device access, providing assistance with use and operation.
- Compiled and submitted library activity and performance reports for improved insight.
- Responded to numerous reference calls daily, helping patrons with specific information needs.
- Directed total budgeting, purchasing and scheduling operations and wrote successful grants to fund innovative library and media projects.
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
- Implemented search engine optimization techniques to improve website traffic and visibility.
School Library Media Specialist/Elementary Classroom Teacher
Anson County Schools
08.2011 - 06.2017
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Tracked loans of media equipment and materials.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
- Utilized data-driven instruction practices to identify areas needing improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Offered after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for struggling students.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Education
Master of Science - Library Science
East Carolina University
Greenville05.2013
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
UNC Pembroke
Pembroke12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05.2003
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Community Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Workflow Optimization
- Social Media
- Event Promotion
- Data Collection
- Strategic Planning
- Digital Media
Timeline
Media Specialist
Union County Public Schools
06.2017 - Current
School Library Media Specialist/Elementary Classroom Teacher
Anson County Schools
08.2011 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Library Science
East Carolina University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
UNC Pembroke
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Carolina University
References
Tammy Gathings
Friend and previous co-worker
Known 13 years
Wadesboro, NC
704-690-5075
Maria Truitt- Coworker
5 years co-workers
Rock Rest Elementary School
Monroe, NC
704-989-3496
Shirleen McLendon
Related Arts Teacher
7 years
Rock Rest Elementary School
Monroe, NC
704-690-0986
shirleen.mclendon@ucps.k12.nc.us
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