Joanne Lew
Elk Grove
Summary
Credentialed School Librarian dedicated to meeting student needs. Focused on reading and committed to promoting lifelong learning. Background in elementary and middle grades education.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Librarian
Elk Grove Unified School District
08.2002 - 06.2024
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Increased patron satisfaction with timely responses to reference inquiries, utilizing extensive knowledge of information sources.
- Enhanced library user experience by effectively organizing and maintaining a diverse collection of resources.
- Managed acquisition process for new materials, ensuring the library''s collection remained current and relevant.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support and professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Streamlined library operations by implementing efficient circulation procedures and automated systems.
- Provided expert instruction on using print and electronic resources during one-on-one consultations or group workshops.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Resolved patrons' complaints tactfully and professionally.
- Maintained a high level of customer service by addressing and resolving patron concerns or complaints in a timely manner.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
Education
No Degree - Library Media Teacher Credential
California State University - Sacramento
Sacramento, CA01.1992
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05.1989
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Reading and teaching
- Reference Services
- Literary knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Library Instruction
- Friendly
Timeline
Teacher Librarian
Elk Grove Unified School District
08.2002 - 06.2024
No Degree - Library Media Teacher Credential
California State University - Sacramento
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of California, Berkeley
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