Tammie Foster

The Children's Library Associate: assists the Children's Librarian in creating an engaging learning environment and fostering a love for reading in young people.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

Program Development and Implementation

• Plan, prepare, and present storytimes for ages Infant-5th grade.
• Develop and implement holiday programs
• Plan, prepare, and present Summer Reading Program

Collection Development

• Assist librarian in selecting and purchasing appropriate books and other materials for children
• Weed and maintain the children's collections to ensure relevance and currency.

Reference & Advisory Services

• Assist children and their parents with finding books and information for school assignments and recreational reading
• Answer patron questions with kind, professional courtesy and provide information about library resources.

Other Duties

• Circulation: checking materials in and out
• Issuing library cards
• Opening and closing the library
• Collect fines and fees

• South Rowan High School (1999-2006)
• Jesse C Carson High School (2006-2013)

EC (Exceptional Children) Teacher Assistant: helps support students with disabilities in a classroom setting, assist certified teacher with instruction, behavior management, and daily living skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Instructional Support: Reinforce lessons, provide individualized or small group instruction, and prepare materials.
• Classroom Management: Assist with classroom organization, supervision, and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Student Support: Assist with personal care tasks, mobility needs, and behavior modifications.
• Behavioral Support: Implement behavior plans, assist with crisis intervention, and provide positive behavior support strategies.
• Record Keeping: Maintain student records, track attendance, and report student progress.
• Communication: Report student concerns to the teacher and communicate with parents.