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Children's librarian with eight years of experience working in community and academic libraries.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Established and ran two popular parent and child preschool programs for children 18 months to 2 years and for children aged 2 to 3 years, encouraging the development of early literacy skills though songs, rhymes and storytelling.
Created and implemented popular new summer and March Break children's programs which were consistently fully booked on the first available registration day and increased use of the children's library by 20% during March Break and summer months
Developed thorough knowledge of children's books, reference materials and computer software
Implemented and managed library social media marketing on Facebook, which increased community involvement in and awareness of library programs
EXPERIENCE
Faketown Public Library, City, State Head Children's Librarian (2011-2013) Librarian (2008-2011)
2008-2013
Assisted local teachers with research projects and conducted guided tours of the library for local public school classes
Wrote monthly children's library newsletter
Developed educational series for parents where local experts presented information about topics such as computer safety for children, early literacy development, and healthy development
Identified and recommended new materials for purchase
Assisted patrons at the circulation desk
Supervised and trained 10-12 library volunteers
Instructed patrons in the use of online resources
Faketown University Library, City, State Library Assistant
2006-2007
Assisted patrons at the circulation desk
Shelved books, periodicals, CDs and DVDs, located missing items and kept library collection in order
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts Degree, English, Faketown University, City, State
2007
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Fundraiser, Community Literacy Network, City, State
2010-present
Part of a team that has raised $20,000 for local literacy organization
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