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
- Taught 8th Grade Language Arts and TAKS Remediation
- 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