Tara Ewing
Librarian and Knowledge Manager
Austin,TX
Summary
Meticulous, multi-talented professional eager to apply vast expertise and talent to a new endeavor that invigorates and expands career horizons. Incredible organizational skills, and outstanding problem solving capabilities to adeptly address complex issues in a systematic and hierarchal manner. A motivated and hardworking self-starter, who thrives whether working independently, with colleagues, or large teams in a supportive and collegial cadre. Information management is a strength, with an emphasis as a skilled decision maker who proactively anticipates, plans ahead, and prepares for a multitude of possible scenarios. Adeptly meets, or exceeds, deadlines while multitasking in a demanding workplace.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Librarian
Austin ISD
Austin, TX
08.2013 - Current
- Analyzes current library collection for proper collection development and maintenance
- Continually engages in processing and cataloging of online databases, materials and physical assets
- Maintains multiple budgets resources and accurate records
- Researches, reviews and purchases materials for library, staff and community
- Creates lessons teaching, and then implementing, online research skills, digital citizenship, and internet safety skills
- Assesses collection to cull outdated, inaccurate, or no longer circulated materials to maintain current, up-to-date and functional library holdings
- Develops goals and policies to ensure best practices in optimal service and efficient operation
- Plans, manages, supervises and evaluates campus library media center program
- Point of contact for in-depth research support to staff, students and community members
- Ongoing creation of instructional guides for professional instructions, and training, to staff and colleagues
- Trains current staff in various software and technology resources
- Recruits and supervises adult library volunteers
- Mentors and supervises newly hired librarians, teachers and school staff
- Provides technical guidance to less experienced library trainees, teachers, staff, and students with computer set-up, navigation and technology issues
- By second year, increased student participation rate over 60%
- Increased circulation of library collection, specifically in special areas, by more than 50%
- Increased online reference materials by 35%
Subscription and Knowledge Manager - Remote -
IAReporter LLC
Santa Monica, CA
04.2021 - Current
- Management of IAReporter databases
- IAReporter website maintenance and verification
- Proprietary product and collection continuation
- Provides high quality customer service and communication
- Email management for subscriptions and owner of IAReporter
- Engages in Reference and Research services
- Proficient in navigating and using Quickbooks Online
- Adept at daily use of Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft 365)
- Skillfully manages, and uses, Google Drive and Google Docs Editors products daily
- Responsible for document creation, editing, and delivery
- Strong collaboration with owner and co-workers through professional, respectful dialog and written correspondence
- Extremely quick, efficient delivery of requested work products and tasks
- Masterfully completes workload independently; highly self-motivated
Head Teacher
Austin ISD And Lake Travis ISD
Austin, TX
08.2011 - 06.2013
Head Teacher
The Buckley School
Manhattan, NY
08.2004 - 06.2011
Head Teacher
Austin ISD
Austin, TX
08.1998 - 06.2003
Education
Continuation of Post Master's Degree Coursework: - Library And Information Science
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX06.2014
Master of Science - Library And Information Science - With Distinction
Pratt Institute
Manhattan, NY06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Applied Learning And Development
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX06.1998
Education Coursework -
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX06.1995
Skills
- Independent and collaborative worker with focus on professional communication and respect
- Adept at aggregating, analyzing, organizing, and presenting research and data
- Knowledge of emerging library policies, procedures and best practices through ongoing examination of trade publications, webinars and conferences (in-person and virtual)
- Exceptional library customer service representative, and promoter, with intentional and professional practices which promote respect for all people and cultures
- Strong knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, Apple products, Canvas, Sirsi Dynex Workflows, website creation, device maintenance, apps and social media
- Experience managing multiple schedules and aligning complex time constraints
- Works with colleagues through respectful, collaborative interactions; valuing input as crucial to fostering forward moving teamwork progress
- Quick learner eager to absorb and integrate newly acquired skills into personal knowledge base
- Dedicated and loyal employee who thrives in long-term employment positions
Certification
- Librarian - Certified MSLIS, who graduated with "Distinction" designation
- Certified Teacher - Lifetime Certificate, grades 1-8
- ESL Certified
- Gifted and Talented Certified
- The National Faculty Member and Smithsonian Institution Program Graduate Certified
- University of Texas Science Leadership Institute Conference Presenter
- Austin ISD Librarian Professional Development Conference Presenter
- Librarian of the Year Finalist
- Teacher of the Year Finalist
References
Jeremy Atkinson: Supervising Administrator - Barton Hills Elementary
jeremy.atkinson@austinisd.org - (512) 560-6320
Stephanie White: Counselor and Administrative Team - Barton Hills Elementary
stephanie.l.white@austinisd.org - (512) 698-5207
Vivian Raksakulthai-Turner: IAReporter LLC Colleague
vivrak@gmail.com - (236) 992-1602
Deanna Sylvia: Librarian Colleague
deanna.sylvia@austinisd.org - (512) 751-2953
Timeline
Subscription and Knowledge Manager - Remote -
IAReporter LLC
04.2021 - Current
Librarian
Austin ISD
08.2013 - Current
Head Teacher
Austin ISD And Lake Travis ISD
08.2011 - 06.2013
Head Teacher
The Buckley School
08.2004 - 06.2011
Head Teacher
Austin ISD
08.1998 - 06.2003
Continuation of Post Master's Degree Coursework: - Library And Information Science
Sam Houston State University
Master of Science - Library And Information Science - With Distinction
Pratt Institute
Bachelor of Science - Applied Learning And Development
The University of Texas At Austin
Education Coursework -
Texas State University
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