High School Years Experience

valarie freeman

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City: Pembroke

State: NC

Zip: 28372

Country: USA

Phone: 910-***-****

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Primary Skills/Experience:

[Librarian] with [30] years experience. Specialty areas include working in the public library six years running the Summer Reading Program and overseeing 5 workers during that program. In charge of the county Quiz Bowel for high school students where I contacted people to serve as judges and moderator of the Quiz Bowel. Visited local schools and conducted book talks and puppet shows. Transitioned to the school system in 1986 where I continued to work with students learning more from them that they from me. I am computer competent if I do not understand a program I will be the first to ask for help. Over the years I assisted in Saturday School Academy where Students were helped with assignments, test and detention. Later years I became the secretary for the program keeping time sheets, database for the student who came for makeup work, tutoring or detention.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from North Carolina Central University, Durham NC 1/2001 to 8/1981 (Masters in Library Science)

High School Dipolma from North Carolina Central University, Durham NC 1/2001 to 10/2012

Job History / Details:

Summary

[Librarian] with [30] years experience. Specialty areas include

working in the public library six years running the Summer Reading

Program and overseeing 5

workers during that program. In charge of

the county Quiz Bowel for high school students where I contacted

people to serve as judges and moderator of the Quiz Bowel. Visited

local schools and conducted book talks and puppet shows.

Transitioned to the school system in 1986 where I continued to work

with students learning more from them that they from me. I am

computer competent if I do not understand a program I will be the

first to ask for help.

Over the years I assisted in Saturday School Academy where

Students were helped with assignments, test and detention. Later years I

became the secretary for the program keeping time sheets, database

for the student who came for makeup work, tutoring or detention.

Core Qualifications

Managing classroom for diverse populations

Excellent classroom management

Teaching, tutoring and counseling

Effectively work with parents

Technological instruction

Interactive teaching/learning

Positive learning environment

Computer

Proficient

Effective listening

Creative lesson plan development

Student-centered learning

Interpersonal skills

Mastery of [teaching method]

Behavior modification

Active listening skills

Effective time management

Clear public speaking skills

School improvement committee

Standardized testing

Age-appropriate lesson planning

Interdisciplinary teaching

Audio-visual aid implementation

Student motivation

Classroom Discipline

Administrative Management

Family Involvement

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Achievements

Chairperson of Library Department.

Former member of the SIT.

Facilitator of Breakfast Buddies for an elementary school.

For five years ran Saturday Academy/detention at my high school.

Have always received above standards evaluations.

Collaborate with teachers for materials books or digitals needs

for the school year through the Media Team Committee.

Attend workshops dealing with Library/Technology the last one was

the 2012 Annual Library Conference

held in Anaheim, Ca. in June.

Professional Experience

August 1982 to Current

Public Schools of Robeson County Lumberton, NC

High School Librarian

August 1988 to Current

Public Schools of Robeson County Lumberton, NC

High School Librarian

Team player I want the best for my school and diligently try to

keep a positive attitude toward the goals and objectives that are

enacted year.

Assist with placing Office Assistants in various areas of the

School these students are handpicked out of 1500 .

Developed program to work with students and increase interest in

higher learning through the 9th Freshman Academy ordering materials

and books that collaborate with their curriculum

I use jobbers to order the books and media for the students 9-12

book funds do not go far now so I encourage the students to use

NCWISE.ORG for research papers it contains newspapers, magazines and abstracts.

Targeting English Literature for grades 10-12 using graphic books to keep their attention

novels and movie tie books such as "The Hunger Game".

Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for

maintaining order of classes in the library it is a very lively

place.

Provided key support for library expanding in hours and providing

free use of the computers for after school, evening and on Saturday

mornings.

Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and

issues.

Earned positive verbal/written feedback from parents regarding

classroom instruction and student learning success.

My evaluations through the years have been beyond standards never

below.

When and if Administration ask me to do specials assignments I do

and do a quality job.

August 1982 to November 1986

Robeson County Public Library Lumberton, NC 28358

Children's Librarian

Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems,

movies and themes to promote student interest for local daycare

visits, school visits and tours.

Ordered books for children based on reading reviews and requests.

Facilitated the County's Quiz Bowl consisting of recruit judges,

scorekeepers, liaison between the schools and the state for six

years.

Facilitated the Summer Reading Program that consisted of attending

State planning meetings. Supervised up to eight part-time workers during

the summer and the finale.

June 1981 to November 1986

Robeson County Public Library Lumberton, NC, 28358

Children's Librarian

August 1982 to November 1988

Robeson County Public Library Lumberton, NC 28358

Children's Librarian

Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems,

movies and themes to promote student interest for local daycare

visits, school visits and tours.

Ordered books for children based on reading reviews and requests.

Facilitated the County's Quiz Bowl consisting of recruit judges,

scorekeepers, liaison between the schools and the state for six

years.

Facilitated the Summer Reading Program that consisted of attending

State planning meetings. Supervised up to eight part-time workers during

the summer and the finale.

Education and Training

1982 North Carolina Central University Durham, North Carolina

Master of Arts Masters in Library Science

1981 -1982 During my senior year in College I was introduced to the Dean of the Library and Information at NCCU in Durham, NC.

I was offered a grant to enter the Master's Program at NCCU

1977- 1981 University of North Carolina at Pembroke, NC

Bachelor of Arts in History

1974-1977 High School Diploma

1981 North Carolina Central University Pembroke, North Carolina

Bachelor of Arts Masters Of Library

During my senior year I was introduced to the Dean of Library Science at Durham, North Carolina

She offered me a grant that would cover the eighteen months of Graduate

School in Library and Information Science Program at North Carolina Central University.

1977-1981 University of North Carolina Pembroke, North Carolina

Bachelor of Arts History

1974-1977 High School Diploma

Certifications

Permanent Certification in Library Science (Master's Graduate) 1982-

Attached a list of the workshops attended

In the last two years.

College Diploma in History (Bachelor of Arts) 1977-1981

High School Diploma 1974-1977

Driver's Ed qualified.

Community Involvement

The church is the largest part of my Community Involvement I actively participate in church programs.

Currently I am teaching sixth and seventh graders I incorporate technology in the class.

I participate in the VBS program in the summer by teaching the fourth graders.

I support my school by attending PSTA four times a year.

I love my students so I attend athletic events.

The Prom and graduation are the highlights of my seniors' lives and I try to attend as often as possible.

Affiliations

Member of Prospect United Church

Member of NCAE

NCAE Rep for school

Member of PSTA

Active in Relay for Life

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