Sherri Stallworth
Cantonment,FL
Summary
Dynamic Library Media Specialist and educator with Escambia County Public Schools, adept in fostering literacy and research skills through innovative technology integration and multicultural collection development. Excelled in team collaboration and problem-solving, significantly enhancing student engagement and achievement. Expert in organizational and communication skills, driving continuous library program improvements and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Library Media Specialist
Escambia County Public Schools
08.2011 - Current
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- 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.
- Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
- Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
- Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
- Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
- 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.
- Implemented and maintained automated catalogs, circulation systems and textbook check-out services.
- Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
- Implemented a user-friendly cataloging system to increase accessibility and utilization of library resources.
- Revamped the library website, incorporating user-friendly navigation, digital resources, and helpful tutorials.
- Trained staff in utilizing digital tools and resources, streamlining research processes, and enhancing instructional practices.
- Assisted faculty in grant writing endeavors by researching funding opportunities related to educational technology or library improvements projects.
- Developed professional relationships with local community organizations, securing donations and support for library initiatives.
- Coordinated school-wide participation in statewide reading challenges, celebrating student success and promoting a love for reading.
- Served as an informational resource for teachers by providing guidance on best practices for incorporating media into lesson plans.
- Managed the library budget, ensuring the acquisition of diverse materials aligned with curricular needs and student interests.
- Incorporated maker spaces for hands-on learning activities that fostered creativity, problem-solving skills, and collaboration among students.
- Evaluated collection development needs regularly, maintaining relevant materials that supported academic achievement across all subject areas.
- Enhanced student research skills by teaching them to effectively navigate digital and print resources.
- Established a welcoming atmosphere within the library space, fostering positive interactions between students, staff, and visitors.
- Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
- Promoted literacy by organizing book clubs and reading incentive programs.
- Took on role of effectively troubleshooting PCs, printers and other equipment.
- Analyzed circulation data to identify trends in resource usage, informing decisions for future acquisitions or weeding outdated materials.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Trained and supervised library staff, volunteers and other personnel.
- Processed customer fines and educated individual patrons on ways to minimize future charges.
- Organized and maintained detailed records on equipment use, materials logs and circulation activities.
- Maintained and updated patron records in library system database.
- Catalogued and sorted books and library materials.
- Mitigated librarian workload by independently managing basic patron requests and locating materials.
- Kept library shelves and printed materials well-stocked and organized according to established system.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
Language Arts and Social Sciences Teacher
Escambia County Public Schols
08.2005 - 08.2010
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Implemented assessment tools to measure student progress and inform instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL12.2005
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
Library Media Specialist K - 12;
Language Arts 5 - 9;
Social Sciences 5 - 9;
English for Speakers of Other Languages K - 12;
Exceptional Student Education K - 12
Timeline
Library Media Specialist
Escambia County Public Schools
08.2011 - Current
Language Arts and Social Sciences Teacher
Escambia County Public Schols
08.2005 - 08.2010
Library Media Specialist K - 12;
Language Arts 5 - 9;
Social Sciences 5 - 9;
English for Speakers of Other Languages K - 12;
Exceptional Student Education K - 12
Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education
The University of West Florida
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