Tammy Shirran
Kingston,TN
Summary
Dynamic Educator with a proven track record at Roane County Schools and State of Tennessee, enhancing library collections and programs. Expert in collection development and program management, I excel in problem-solving and team collaboration. Achieved a significant increase in children's collection circulation by meticulously curating materials and fostering educational engagement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Roane County Schools And State Of Tennessee
08.1999 - Current
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
- Selected and maintained books, software, and periodicals for children's collection within budget of $6,000 per year.
- Removed and replaced outdated materials from children's collection to increase circulation and maintain interest of young guests.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
Educator
Monroe County Schools
09.1997 - 05.1999
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN12-2000
Skills
- Program Planning
- Website Maintenance
- Collection development
- Technical Support
- Problem-solving skills
- Team Collaboration
- Program Management
- Digital Archiving
- Collection analysis
Timeline
Educator
Roane County Schools And State Of Tennessee
08.1999 - Current
Educator
Monroe County Schools
09.1997 - 05.1999
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Tennessee Technological University
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