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Former health science teacher, now library school graduate with a need to create thought-provoking content, either visual or written.
Beyond teaching in downtown Detroit, working in a variety of libraries and cafes, publishing book reviews and editorials (both in print and video) has become a fun and free pass time.
Let’s earn YOU attention, though, with my skills and talent now!
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Arabic
Beginner
Work Experience
Public Services Librarian (Evenings & Weekends) at Lewis University
October 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025Managed three social media platforms, one blog, several research assistance guides, and a reference librarian chat 30+ hours per week. Curated six thematic displays and exhibits on the first floor of the library every month, sometimes in collaboration with another unit. Hosted craft and film events for both students and community members to de-stress and build community on campus. Organized weekly marketing update meetings with higher-ups, and a monthly update for colleagues. Opened the facility on Sundays, and closed it every week day night.
Donation Reception Specialist at Savers
August 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024Directed and greeted donors through our drive-thru donation lane. Evaluated donations for policy and regulation compliance, sometimes needing to redirect donors to other sites. Packaged and stacked donations onto rolling flatbeds, and eventually loaded these onto shipping trucks.
Patron Services Librarian’s Assistant at Urbana Free Library
March 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024Provided library card access to over 4,000 K-12 students as a special project. Curated 14 thematic displays throughout entire library every month as part of a team. Reviewed and edited the circulation procedure manual with Patron Services Manager.
Barista & Host at Everyday Cafe
November 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022Entered accurately complex drink orders, full of individual customization, into the tablet-based POS. Produced one of over ten varying drink recipes, along with make menu recommendations for each customer. Maintained cleanliness throughout both work and dining spaces, serving, bussing & wiping tables for the next guests.
Co-worker at Colectivo Coffee House
August 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021Entered complex drink and food orders, full of individual customization, into the multi-screen POS. Memorized over thirty drink and food recipes, along with adding seasonal ones to the list, to build within less than five minutes each. Tidied entire café, front and back, kitchen and bathroom, whether sweeping, mopping, or dusting.
Adult Reference Library Assistant & Team Lead at Sycamore Public Library
January 1, 2019 - November 1, 2020Collaborated with the county’s points of interest to create a monthly retired adult day-trip program. Organized both the local sustainability and Spanish language practice groups in library meeting rooms on a regular basis. Trained and supervised volunteers to re-shelve the majority of recently returned materials. Promoted to team lead position seven months after hire, acting as the team representative to the administration and public face for management.
Circulation Page & Clerk at Elmhurst Public Library
March 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018Promoted the circulation of materials via check-outs, returns, holds acquisitions, and inter-library request fulfillment. Operated back office circulatory functions like lost-and-found, missing item calls, patron call reception, and holds room organization. Managed a drive-up window station for all clerk functions, often alone.
Head Bartender & Manager at Lucky Poker
September 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018Managed almost every aspect of two gaming lounges: cleaning, customer service, book-keeping, clientele loyalty, earnings from machines & beverage sales. Interviewed, hired, and trained ten solo-operating bartenders as gaming attendants at two high-end poker parlors. Verified all sales tickets weekly, depositing profits into company safe, and built orders based on product sales frequency. Assigned keys and alarm codes to bartenders, or supervised opening/closing procedures for newer employees yet to qualify for key access. Designed two-week schedules during the opening phase of two new bars with ten new employees.
Full-time Science Teacher at Detroit Public Schools Community District, Ben Carson High School
August 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017Instructed ninth, tenth, and eleventh grade students in health science and leadership development through project-based learning. Planned the inaugural community health fair to showcase student health presentations, artistic community projects, and local partnerships. Advised ninth grade students on organization skills and study habits to encourage a growth mindset. Sponsored student leadership through extracurricular groups about health careers and diversity on campus. Mentored college-bound students during and after school, meeting families to discuss university realities. Piloted a new national health career curriculum with ninth graders, then taught it to the tenth grade and other ninth grade instructors.
Juice Bar Attendant at Evolution Fresh
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2013Prepped juice kitchen with manager or assistant manager half-hour before opening on weekends and holidays. Built juice and frozen fruit smoothie blends based on flavor preferences and health notions. Prepared fresh breakfast or lunch for customers wanting to add a meal or snack to their smoothie order. Promoted products at events for the health-minded, signing up interested in juice commitments with delivery arrangements. Invited to management preparation courses and entrepreneurial think-tanks for potential promotion.
Au Pair (Nanny) at The Whyte Family
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2013Managed schedule for a child with disabilities while the mother worked as a nurse manager for the hospital. Scheduled household chores and errands based on ability & opportunity. Compiled & fulfilled weekly shopping lists, arranging deliveries too. Trained family dog to run 5K jogs. Maintained the family car throughout the year: tires, oil changes, & gas.
French Instructor, Theater Coach, & Camp Counselor at Canoe Island French Camp
June 1, 2012 - August 1, 2012Planned dynamic French conversation lessons for six one-hour classes per week. Guided creation of four camper-written plays, directing their performances at the end of each session. Organized camp activities, including game nights, athletic competitions, mystery dinners, and talent shows.
Middle School English Teacher's Assistant at French Education Department, Auvergne School District
October 1, 2011 - April 1, 2012Instructed twelve eighth grade English classes, totaling over 200 students per week. Synchronized interactive lessons with overarching themes presented by partnering, full-time teacher. Engaged student learning with games, movie clips, music, and photos during coursework.
Circulation Page at DeKalb Public Library
September 1, 2009 - August 1, 2011Shelved the recently returned books to various collections or displays around the library. Checked-out materials to patrons in the adult circulation department, handling late fees, new cards, and lost items. Retrieved items needed for inter-library loans, processed them to be sent for delivery.
Summer Reading Program Volunteer Coordinator at Elmhurst Public Library
May 1, 2007 - August 1, 2011Trained over 200 middle school volunteers to operate the summer reading program prize redemption table. Monitored volunteer attendance records, filled absences with substitutes, and promoted exemplary behavior. Created & filled inspiring book displays for the summer months.
Sales Associate at Vector Marketing: Cutco
December 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007Won access to knife sales kit on first day after learning script fastest among cohort. Initiated sales appointments through phone calls and transportation arrangements. Submitted swiftly each purchase and quality assurance request to promote rapid arrival of orders to customers. Earned marketing trophy for tenth most sales in the Northern Illinois district after only two weeks.
Education
Master of Arts in Library & Information Science at University of Wisconsin–Madison
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024Graduate Work in Teaching Secondary Science (Incomplete) at Oakland University
September 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015Bachelor of Arts in French Language & Literature, Minor in Anthropology at Northern Illinois University
January 1, 2009 - May 1, 2011Undergraduate Coursework in French & Biology (Transferred In/Out) at Grace College and Seminary
August 1, 2006 - May 1, 2008Qualifications
Industry Experience
Education, Government, Professional Services
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