Summary of Qualifications
Library Science graduate student at Texas Woman’s University. Experience working with diverse adult and children’s populations. Knowledge of information technology, issues and trends in the library profession, and literature for adults and children. Experience with online catalog, database and internet searching. Knowledge of Windows 95/ 98/XP, MS Word, Excel, Access, Power Point. Basic knowledge of web design hand coding with HTML/XML and WYSIWYG editors. Strong commitment to customer service. Efficient, responsible, and enthusiastic.
Objective
A position as a reference or technical services librarian in a public or community college library in a position that allows me to apply my skills and experience in the storage and retrieval of information to assist people in meeting their information needs.
Education
MLS Degree in progress
Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX
24 hours completed, 12 hours in progress- graduation May 2004
GPA 3.7
Completed Courses include Information Professions, Technical Services, The Internet, Collection Development, Information Storage and Retrieval, Library Management, Children’s and Young Adult Literature, Librarians as Instructional Partners.
Courses in Progress include Cataloging and Classification, Reference, College and University Libraries, Practicum at Sterling Municipal Library.
B.A. Comparative Literature (2002)
San Diego State University, San Diego, CA.
Concentration in American and World Literature. GPA 3.4
Practicum, Sterling Municipal Library, Baytown, TX Spring 2004
Answer reference questions and assist patrons in finding materials and information in various formats. Help patrons with computer questions including OPAC, internet, and Microsoft office applications. Assist staff in various departments including technical services, literacy services, and bookmobile.
School Librarian, Faith Family Academy Oak Cliff, Dallas, TX Fall 2003
Responsible for all aspects of library administration and management for K-12 school library. Duties included collection development, collaboration with teachers, cataloging, teaching classes, public relations, special programs, storytelling and book-talks, supervision of assistant and volunteers.
GED Teacher/ESL teacher and aide, Denton Adult Community Education 2002-2003
GED: Worked directly with adult and adolescent students to improve reading, writing, math, and critical thinking skills at a variety of levels. Created meaningful activities to engage students in learning process. Maintained testing and frameworks to satisfy curriculum requirements.
ESL: Responsible for written and verbal testing of second language learners, as well as maintaining student records and files. Worked with beginning to advanced students to improve reading, writing, and speaking skills. Created meaningful real life activities to learn and practice English.
Front Desk Supervisor/Clerk, Hyatt Regency Cincinatti and LaJolla 1996-1999
Responsible for guest relations from reservation to check out including various in house needs, questions, and concerns. Liaison between guest and personnel in fulfilling needs and requests.
Recipient of scholarship from TWU Library Science Department 2003.
Recipient of scholarship from TWU Graduate School 2003-2004.
American Library Association
Public Library Association
Texas Library Association
Sigma Tau Delta International English Honor Society
References to be provided upon request
