Education and Work Experience

Education

Master of Library Science
University of North Texas, 2009

Bachelor of Arts, English
Minor, Classical Studies
Texas A&M University, 2003



Certifications

English Language Arts, 8-12
Latin, 6-12
School Librarian, EC-12



Work Experience

Smithville Junior High School, Librarian          2007-2010
  • Oversaw and administered school library program
  • Selected, purchased, and cataloged age-appropriate reading materials and other media
  • Provided staff development workshops and one-on-one assistance in technology integration
  • Collaborated with teachers to integrate information literacy skills into existing curricula
  • Developed inquiry-based research projects
  • Provided students with programs to promote literacy and reading
  • Maintained library catalog and facilitated student and staff training in its use
Smithville Junior High School, Teacher          2006-2007
  • Taught 8th Grade Language Arts and TAKS Remediation
Dripping Springs High School, Teacher          2004-2006
  •  Taught 10th Grade English, 9th Grade Pre-AP English, Latin I and Latin II
  • Served as mentor teacher to a colleague new to the district
  • Provided staff with Gifted and Talented training
  • Class of 2008 sponsor
  • Latin Club sponsor