Midwest Institute
Reference Instruction Librarian 2024 - present
University of Alaska - Fairbanks
Adjunct Professor 2023 - present
I teach an introductory course to effective library research methods and principles of information organization and retrieval. Class work emphasizes applied experience with finding and evaluating information, especially through use of library catalogs, journal indexes, and Internet resources.
Librarian
Burkburnett ISD
Secondary Librarian 2015 - present
Wichita Falls ISD
School Librarian 2009 - 2015
Manage all facets of library collection – check out, repair, and prepare books for circulation. Develop and maintain a well-organized catalog system, ensuring easy access for students. Collaborate with other professionals to resolve ongoing issues.
Research, analyze, and collaborate with colleagues to implement information supporting and enhancing curriculum development by integrating information skills and technology into the curriculum
Provide references, support, and student services, managing the library resources encompassing automation, cataloging, inventory, and service desk
Organize and project-oriented sessions, set up and coordinated multimedia school activities
Created and opened a Makerspace that is used campus wide; promoted reading and improved circulation. Incorporated audiobooks, ebooks, and hi-low books into the collection. (Burkburnett ISD)
Oversees the paraprofessionals at other campuses. (Burkburnett ISD)
Created and maintained an active Accelerated Reader program; promoted reading campus-wide. (Wichita Falls ISD)
Classroom Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
Classroom Teacher 2004 - 2009
Subjects: Spanish, Texas History, Art, and Leadership
Decatur ISD
Classroom Teacher 2003 - 2004
Subjects: 3rd Grade and English as a Second Language
Alvord ISD
Classroom Teacher 2001 - 2003
Subjects: Self-contained 3rd grade and Self-contained 4th grade
Provided classroom management by creating a safe, equitable, and respectful learning environment built on shared classroom norms and guidelines. Communicated respectfully and openly with parents and administrators regularly regarding students’ successes, struggles, and strategies to overcome them. Developed a vision for students that linked daily goals and objectives to accomplish results.
Implemented and taught Spanish Language grammar, assisting in reading fluency as well as speaking and writing proficiency; created and maintained school standards within district policies
Created lessons that correspond with the curriculum provided
Develop a vision for the students that links daily goals and objectives to accomplish results - using time management skills and modeling with examples
Achieved wide support and recognition for the maintenance of open lines of communication with students and parents