Wendy Blocher
Prosper,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Library Assistant with proven experience in assisting patrons with locating resources, managing circulation tasks, and maintaining library organization. Proficient in library software to provide efficient and friendly customer service. Dedicated to supporting a welcoming library environment. Former educator eager to return to a school setting to promote educational goals and literacy helping students, teachers and administrators to foster educational goals through the library.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Assistant
Town of Prosper
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained a well-organized collection through diligent shelving, shelf-reading, and inventory management tasks.
- Created and supported various community engagement initiatives by coordinating successful library events and programs for patrons of all ages such as College Admissions 101 Workshop.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Improved operational efficiency by training new staff and volunteers on library systems and customer service protocols.
- Enhanced patron experience by providing efficient and courteous customer service at the circulation desk.
- Processed library card applications and maintained patron records with accurate contact information.
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
- Improved library circulation efficiency by managing patron accounts and maintaining accurate records.
- Promoted literacy and reading enjoyment through developing engaging book displays and promotional materials. Prepared bulletin boards and instructional materials.
Early Childhood Development Specialist /Assistant Director
Truro Preschool And Kindergarten
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Assisted Director of Preschool to evaluate current educational programs, grow the school , and review and build curriculum.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss the academic needs of students including student intervention, curriculum, and assessment.
- Built positive relationships with parents and teachers to involve families in the educational process. Planned and executed parent workshops quarterly on parenting and academic topics.
- Executed curriculum according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests for Fairfax County.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support with parents and teachers. Coordinated documentation between parents and educators to meet student goals and interventions.
- Helped develop special programs, events and workshops to inform and better involve parents and teachers.
- Organized parent volunteers to support school activities and program needs.
- Documented student needs and intervention and submitted reports with details.
- Established and maintained rapport with other staff, students, and parents to facilitate communication and academic progress.
- Supported family members through the process of setting goals and enhancing children's academic development.
- Provided training to staff quarterly to help learning development and solutions to the school's strategic goals, mission and vision. Developed, organized and facilitated workshops quarterly for professional development. Trained and mentored new teaches hired to fulfill various teaching roles.
Kindergarten Teacher
Truro Preschool And Kindergarten
08.2007 - 06.2012
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented district and state level curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student at the Kindergarten level.
- Cultivated love for reading among students by integrating interactive storytimes into daily routines.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.
- Assessed comprehensive student growth including academic, social and personal skills. Provided written and verbal feedback in one on one teacher /parent interviews.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
Elementary School Teacher
Long Beach Unified And Albuquerque Public Schools
04.1993 - 12.2000
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social and citizenship skills for grades 2/3 combo, 4th and 5th grades.
- Implemented lesson plans in all academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives. Documented state and district and curriculum objectives.
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, and themes to promote student interest of Children's Literature as avenue of study.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community by sharing knowledge, providing guidance on instructional strategies, and offering ongoing support during their transition into the profession.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
Editor Inhouse and Freelance
Creative Teaching Press
06.1996 - 12.2005
- Maintained weekly open lines of communication with authors throughout editing process. Reviewed and edited content for correct grammar and style.
- Evaluated assigned manuscripts for appropriate content and developmental needs.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work from manuscript to press.
- Researched and fact checked all content before manuscript released for publication.
- Collaborated in the post-production process, including editing to art manuscript for illustrator.
- Contributed ideas with teachers, authors, designers and the editorial team on product development for teachers products-teacher thematic manuals, reading instruction resource books, and other classroom products .
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Attended regional and national educational conferences reviewing for up-to-date industry trends and emerging topics to ensure relevancy of published materials.
Education
Bachelors Of Arts And Science - Elementary Education
University Of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM1992
Skills
- Self-motivated and research oriented
- Cataloging and shelving
- Extremely organized
- Motivated team player
- Reading and teaching
- Children's programs
- Literacy promotion
- Personable
- Creative
- Classcape knowledge
- Student-Centered learning and counseling
Volunteering
Tutor 2020-Current
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses during pandemic for students who attend school virtually.
- Advised high school students and parents on college admissions process by conducting workshops, editing college essays, providing guidance on college applications.
Junior League Of Collin County Provisional Member-Plano 2019-2024
- Weekly mentor to at risk youth at the Collin County Juvenile Detention Center. Facilitated workshops to first time non violent offenders to provide guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues. Help youth set and accomplish goals for education, career and well being.
- Interacted with troubled youth and offered resources and programs to surmount challenges.
- Attended 2-3 community service project-related professional conferences and meetings each month for various community outreach programs.
Prosper High School and Canberra Grammar School 2014-2020
- Organized parent volunteers to support school activities and program needs. (Canberra, Australia)
- Participate in school booster club programs for high school golf and drill team such as the Mini Clinic, Father Daughter Dance and Prosper Golf Tournaments. (Prosper)
- Organized special events and service drives to support the needs of the school such as school fetes, book fairs, and holiday events. (Canberra, Australia)
- Participated in meetings to discuss new fundraising opportunities (Canberra, Australia and Prosper)
Timeline
Library Assistant
Town of Prosper
01.2022 - 08.2023
Early Childhood Development Specialist /Assistant Director
Truro Preschool And Kindergarten
06.2012 - 07.2013
Kindergarten Teacher
Truro Preschool And Kindergarten
08.2007 - 06.2012
Editor Inhouse and Freelance
Creative Teaching Press
06.1996 - 12.2005
Elementary School Teacher
Long Beach Unified And Albuquerque Public Schools
04.1993 - 12.2000
Bachelors Of Arts And Science - Elementary Education
University Of New Mexico
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