TAELOR MERCER
COLUMBIA,US
Summary
Highly organized, dedicated and dependable candidate with a Master of Library and Information Science degree from the University of Missouri - Columbia successful at handling multiple priorities at once, while maintaining a positive and helpful attitude. Focused on providing professional service and support to all faculty, students, and staff. Skilled in analyzing a current collection and user community in order to improve the library's collection for its users.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Information Specialist
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO
08.2025 - Current
- Provided research assistance and guidance to students on information retrieval.
- Collaborated with other library information specialists to ensure we were providing the highest level of guidance and support to students and faculty who utilize the library.
- Joined the Reserves team staff to provide faculty the resources needed to teach their students.
BAND PARAPROFESSIONAL
Sullivan School District
Sullivan, US
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted other band directors in creating and leading lessons.
- Coordinated with educators not in the music department to implement individualized support plans, resulting in marked improvements in student behavior and class performance.
- Implemented one-on-one instruction with students, to ensure all students are successful in the classroom.
CLINICIAN
Sullivan High School
Sullivan, US
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Taught clarinet students how to play the music required for their next marching show
- Taught students how to memorize their music and marching in order for the band to obtain the best results possible
- Created lasting relationships with students to better help each student learn the way they need to
- Teamed with other clinicians to provide well-rounded instruction to all students
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR
Sullivan School District
Sullivan, US
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging student engagement.
- Implemented structured rehearsal schedules, leading to improved performance quality and participation.
- Led rehearsals of up to 70 students at a time, plus small sectionals of flute and clarinet players.
- Led communication with parents about student concerns.
Education
MASTER OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE -
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO05.2025
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
Drury University
Springfield, MO05.2023
BACHELOR OF ARTS - MUSIC
Drury University
Springfield, MO05.2023
Skills
- Communication
- Research assistance
- Collaboration
- Recordkeeping
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability
- Creative thinking
- Attention to detail
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Novice
Additional Information
Masters Portfolio: portfolium.com
Papers: The Foster Care and Prison System Link, Exploring the link between the foster care and prison systems in the United States
Racism in the Swing Era of Music, Explored the dimensions of racism experienced by African American musicians during the swing era of music, 1930-1945
Timeline
Library Information Specialist
University of Missouri - Columbia
08.2025 - Current
BAND PARAPROFESSIONAL
Sullivan School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR
Sullivan School District
08.2023 - 05.2024
CLINICIAN
Sullivan High School
07.2021 - 07.2024
MASTER OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE -
University of Missouri-Columbia
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
Drury University
BACHELOR OF ARTS - MUSIC
Drury University