Africa Smith
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/africasmith
Objective
Detail-oriented and customer-focused professional seeking a Library Assistant I position. Brings experience in youth library
services, circulation tasks, and public service within community library settings.
Experience
Children’s Librarian (Full-Time)
Escondido Public Library, Escondido, CA
2017 – 2019
• Planned and led weekly storytimes, early literacy programs, and summer reading events
• Assisted children, parents, and caregivers in locating age-appropriate books and resources
• Collaborated with local schools and community groups to promote library services
• Maintained and curated the children’s collection, including book displays and themed selections
• Provided reference assistance and reader’s advisory for youth and families
• Used library software to check materials in/out and manage patron accounts
Library Clerk (Part-Time)
San Diego Public Library, San Diego, CA
January 2010- April 2015
• Checked materials in and out using integrated library software (ILS)
• Sorted, shelved, and organized books and audiovisual materials
• Answered patron questions and assisted with computer and catalog searches
• Retrieved requested items for patrons and held materials for pick-up
• Collected overdue fines and maintained accurate records
• Sorted and shelved books and library materials according to the Dewey Decimal System
Education
Associate of Science
United Education Institute, Chula Vista, CA
Graduated: August 2010
Certifications
• Massage Therapy Certification
References
Available upon request.