STEPHANIE LYNN INGRAM
Memphis,TN
Summary
Certified, enthusiastic, and caring School Librarian committed to promoting a lifelong love of reading. Background in library services for grades K-8. Fostering a welcoming and inviting library atmosphere where students can learn, explore, and image a world of possible is a passion of mine.
10 years' experience managing library operations in a Title 1 public educational setting. I exhibit superb communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Librarian
E.E. Jeter Elementary
Millington, TN
07.2012 - Current
- Manage school library for 400 students, patrons and staff in use of print and electronic materials.
- Teach students to locate and use library resources and assist teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Train staff, students and faculty on use of library technology (online catalog, Accelerated Reader, and academic databases).
- Administrative responsibilities for Accelerated Reader: handle price quotes and ensure payment for continual use of program, all database maintenance and account creation, e-mail HomeConnect letters to parents, and provide quarterly data review on student quiz usage, word count, and Star reading assessments.
- Use AR (Star) data to assist with library book selection.
- Design and refresh seasonal/genre book displays.
- Drive expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and age of library collection.
- Repair or replace damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
- Discard outdated materials from collection to increase circulation and maintain student interest.
- Establish fundraising opportunities through Scholastic Book Fairs to support literacy programs and student reading treasure chest box.
- Instruct students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Incorporate diverse technologies (Nearpod, Kahoot, Epic, etc ) for increased student engagement and understanding.
- Manage library collection of over 10,000 items and process over 100 new books per year.
- Select and maintain books, software and periodicals for children's collection within budget of $1800 per year.
- Promote library use programs: yearly author studies, Library Card Sign-up, Literacy Week, Banned Book Week, Teen Tech Week, Read Across America, National Poetry Month, and Read to Achieve with Memphis Grizzlies.
- Track and distribute reading incentives to students from Pizza Hut Book It and Six Flags.
- Stay abreast of latest trends and strategies in field by reading trade publications and attending conferences.
Education
Masters of Science - Instruction & Curriculum
University of Memphis
05.2012
Bachelors of Science - Marketing
Southern Illinois University
05.1999
Skills
- Library Instruction
- Media Integration
- Materials Maintenance & Cataloging
- Literacy Development
- Collection Development
- Literacy Activity Organization
- Fundraising Skills
- Training of students, staff, and patrons
- Student Rapport-Building
- Reading and teaching
Accomplishments
- Secured a project grant from Big Green to encourage reading and healthy eating with students.
- Favorite Librarian Award for outstanding performance from Barnes & Noble.
- Outstanding Chairperson Sales for Scholastic Book Fair.
- Spearheaded American Girl Book Club over 70 girls.
Certification
- State of Tennessee Professional 6 Year + License
- Endorsement: Library
Timeline
Librarian
E.E. Jeter Elementary
07.2012 - Current
Masters of Science - Instruction & Curriculum
University of Memphis
Bachelors of Science - Marketing
Southern Illinois University
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