Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
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Shari Lake

Amarillo,TX

Summary

Reading professional dedicated to enhancing student literacy and fostering a love for reading. Offers experience in developing tailored reading programs and interventions to address various learning needs. A team player, comfortable working with students as well as adults.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Librarian, Northwest & West Central Elementary

Hereford ISD
08.2022 - Current
  • Supervised and managed the school library; including, collection development, budget management, planning and implementing lessons for classes, promotion of library programs/resources, author visits and conducting twice yearly book fairs.
  • Served as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to ensure that the library was involved in the instructional programs of the school.
  • Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum-aligned research projects, fostering critical thinking among students.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development trainings, and collaborating with colleagues on projects enhancing student learning experiences and to develop library resources.
  • Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
  • Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
  • Served as webmaster and email manager for my campus.
  • Alternated days at each campus.

Workshop Presenter

Hereford ISD
03.2014 - Current
  • Planned and conducted a variety of workshops on various topics; including the following.
  • [Forgotten title] - for Hereford ISD. Presentation for new staff as well as a refresher for current staff on Visual Phonics, Phonemic Awareness, and the Reading Horizons phonics program. Spring 2014
  • The Suite Life - for Hereford ISD. Introductory level training on Google Suite products. Summer 2016, 2017.
  • Pop Art Poetry - part of the Librarians' collaboration, Region 16. Information about an interdisciplinary unit incorporating research skills (including the use of TexQuest databases), poetry, Google Docs, and creating a piece of pop art using Google Digital Applied Skills. Fall 2023
  • Your Library: The Secret Amplify Weapon - part of the Librarians' collaboration, Region 16. Presented an overview of Amplify and ways the library can support the Amplify implementation process. Fall 2024
  • Pop Art Poetry - The Collab - TCEA regional event. Information about an interdisciplinary unit incorporating research skills (including the use of TexQuest databases), poetry, Google Docs, and creating a piece of pop art using Google Digital Applied Skills. Summer 2025

Librarian, Northwest Elementary

Hereford ISD
08.2017 - 05.2022
  • Supervised and managed the school library; including, collection development, budget management, planning and implementing lessons for classes, promotion of library programs/resources, author visits and conducting twice yearly book fairs.
  • Served as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to ensure that the library was involved in the instructional programs of the school.
  • Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum-aligned research projects, fostering critical thinking among students.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development trainings, and collaborating with colleagues on projects enhancing student learning experiences and to develop library resources.
  • Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
  • Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
  • Served as webmaster and email manager for my campus.
  • Part time position

Reading Specialist/Interventionist

Hereford ISD
08.2017 - 05.2022
  • Analyzed data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading interventions.
  • Implemented research-based instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.
  • Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
  • Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and analytical skills in students by guiding them through complex texts and discussions.
  • part time position

Librarian, Northwest & Bluebonnet Elementary

Hereford ISD
08.2012 - 05.2017
  • Supervised and managed the school library; including, collection development, budget management, planning and implementing lessons for classes, promotion of library programs/resources, author visits and conducting twice yearly book fairs.
  • Provided services and resources to allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems.
  • Served as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to ensure that the library was involved in the instructional programs of the school.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development trainings, and collaborating with colleagues on projects enhancing student learning experiences.
  • Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
  • Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
  • Served 1/2 day at each campus.

1st, 2nd, & 3rd Grade Teacher, Northwest Elem.

Hereford ISD
08.1993 - 05.2012
  • Managed and taught a classroom of 18-22 students yearly, teaching all subject areas.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
  • Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.

Education

Master of Library Science -

Texas Woman’s University
Denton, Texas
12-2010

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Works well independently
  • Program planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management

Certification

  • New Mexico Elementary Teacher PK-8 (now expired)
  • Texas Elementary Self-Contained (1-8)
  • Texas Elementary (PK-KG)
  • Texas School Librarian (E-12)

Affiliations

  • Texas Library Association-volunteer, past Administrator of the Year committee member
  • Delta Kappa Gamma-Delta Xi, newsletter editor

Timeline

Librarian, Northwest & West Central Elementary

Hereford ISD
08.2022 - Current

Librarian, Northwest Elementary

Hereford ISD
08.2017 - 05.2022

Reading Specialist/Interventionist

Hereford ISD
08.2017 - 05.2022

Workshop Presenter

Hereford ISD
03.2014 - Current

Librarian, Northwest & Bluebonnet Elementary

Hereford ISD
08.2012 - 05.2017

1st, 2nd, & 3rd Grade Teacher, Northwest Elem.

Hereford ISD
08.1993 - 05.2012

Master of Library Science -

Texas Woman’s University

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of New Mexico

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