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Professional Experience

Thompson School District
Digital Media Literacies Coordinator - Loveland, Colorado
2024 - Present

I am responsible for developing and implementing programs that enhance student and staff understanding and use of physical digital media, integrating digital literacy skills into classroom instruction, training educators on effective media literacy strategies, and supporting the community in critically evaluating content. I collaborate with the school community to promote library services and digital citizenship and ensure the responsible use of educational technology and information literacy skills.
Attending the Digital Media and Learning Conference in Chicago
Educational Background
University of Denver - Denver CO
2009-2011
Master of Library and Information Science
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Rice University - Houston, TX
2002-2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Philosophy
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Teaching about the use of digital resources to High School students.
Houston Public Library
Youth Programming Coordinator - Houston, Texas
2023
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As the Youth Coordinator, I was responsible for assisting in the brainstorming, planning, and executing of signature events, as well as maintaining relationships with community performers/vendors and cultivating new relationships with community organizations that provide programming for youth.
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Youth Programming and Service Manager - Houston, Texas
2022 - 2023

As the Youth Manager of the Central Library, I served as a hands-on manager utilizing a high level of leadership skills to serve the diverse Houston community. 

Library Management Experience
  • Oversee and manage the activities and daily operations of the kids and teens departments of the Central Library
  • Ensure employees were prepared, motivated, productive, and challenged in their work assignments to ensure maximum performance through regular coaching meetings and goal setting
  • Established and maintained positive and collaborative working relationships with community groups, other government agencies, community organizations, other employees, and the public
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Programming and Instructional Experience
  • Interacted with customers at the Customer Service Desk and roving, assisting with information requests, technology assistance, and provided kids and teens programming
Professional Organizations
Colorado Association of Libraries
2025-Present
Board of Directors - Front Range Representative
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Colorado Teen Literature Conference
2015-2019
Planning Committee - Technology and Social Media Coordinator
Harris County Public Library
Children's Program Librarian - Houston, Texas
2022

As a children's librarian in this large branch I was responsible for planning and implementing a variety of children's programs to encourage library usage and to foster community relations. I worked to provide exceptional customer service, reference, and reader’s advisory; and assisted customers in the use of library services, facilities, and equipment. 

Library Management Experience
  • Develop an engaging and attractive children's library collection through awareness of current children's literature
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Programming & Instructional Experience
  • Plan, coordinate, and promote children's services and programs, including summer reading, story time, and other special events
  • Provide reader's advisory and reference services
The European School
School Librarian - Heredia, Costa Rica
2020 - 2022
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As the secondary librarian in this K-12 school, I worked with students of all ages to select appropriate resources for pleasure reading and research purposes. I continued to mentor Extended Essay students in the IB Diploma Program as the Extended Essay Coordinator, developing research and information literacy skills through direct instruction. I also worked to organize and inventory the library collection using Follett Destiny.
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Library Management Experience
  • Annual planning for library programs
  • Collection development and cataloging, including management of physical and digital resources, communication with vendors, and procurement of resources
  • Maintenance of the library's online presence and website development
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Programming & Instructional Experience
  • Extended Essay Coordinator for IB DP
  • Information literacy instruction to students in grades 5-11
  • Facilitate quarterly elective clubs for students in grades 7-10: Speech & Debate, Running, and Arts & Crafts
  • College Counselor
 
Additional Activities​
  • Book shelving and cataloging using the Dewey Decimal classification system
  • Chaperone day-long hikes and overnight field trips within Costa Rica
  • Follett Destiny ILS
Conference Presentation
CLiC Virtual Winter Workshop
2025, Presenter
Artificial Intelligence in the School Library

Colorado Libraries for Early Literacy
2024, Presenter
Windows and Mirrors: Library Programming for Everyone

Denver-Metro K12 Technology UnConference
2024, Presenter
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Teachers

International Society for Technology in Education
2024, Presenter
Colorado Librarian Playground

InnEdCO
2019, Co-Presenter
Super Savvy Searchers: Teaching Information Literacy K-12

Educator Institute for Equity and Justice
2019, Presenter
Reading the Rainbow

InnEdCO
2018, Presenter
Leveled Up Learning: Using Game Design for Engagement and Comprehension
 
InnEdCO
2018, Panelist
Library Innovation & Transformation: Creating Space for Curiosity and Creativity

University of Colorado, Boulder
2017, Panelist
Combating Fake News: How Teachers and Librarians Can Promote Critical Thinking"
 
Colorado Association of Libraries
2016, Presenter
Critical Classroom Connections: Bridging the Gap Between the Library and the Lecture Hall

International Society for Technology in Education
2016, Co-Presenter
Making History Come Alive through Digital Storytelling

Poudre Library District
2012, Presenter
Enjoy the Cloud: Elevate Your Life with Apps

Colorado Association of Libraries
2011, Co-Presenter
Making Advocacy Work for You
Grant Awards
AllSides Education Fund
2024, Non-Monetary award
A one-year school membership to AllSides media literacy tool

CenturyLink Teachers and Technology Grant
2018, $5,000 award
Collaborative grant project to acquire virtual reality hardware and software for technology enhanced lessons

Technology Mini Grant
2016, $850 award
Purchase educational technology for use in and out of the secondary library

Ableton Push Initiative
2016, Non-Monetary award
Music production hardware and software for library makerspace

Collection Equity Grant
2016, $450 award
Develop a LGBTQIA+ collection in the secondary library

CenturyLink Teachers and Technology Grant
2015, $5,000 award
Create a makerspace to foster project based and experiential learning for K-12 students in the library
Honors & Distinctions
Carl A. Bimson Seminar on Storytelling for Social Justice
2024
Professional development on anti-bias, anti-racist
teaching practices

Texas Library Association TALL Texans Leadership Institute
2023
Program to develop leadership potential for the profession of librarianship

Educational Testing Service Recognition of Excellence Award
2014
Top 15% score in Praxis: Elementary Education Content Knowledge test

Colorado Association of Libraries Leadership Institute
2012-2013
Program to develop leaders within CAL and the Colorado library community

American Library Association Spectrum Scholar
2010-2011
Program to address the under-representation of ethnic librarians

University of Denver Leaders Scholar
2010-2011

Beta Phi Mu - Phi Chapter
Inducted 2011
International Library & Information Studies Honor Society
Ascend International School
Teacher Librarian - Mumbai, India
2019 - 2020
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As a librarian in this burgeoning IB World School, I taught stand-alone information literacy classes to students in grades 5-10 to develop their research fluency. I worked to expand the Middle Years Program collection and develop the Diploma Program collection in the library. My work on the Extended Essay for DP authorization received commendation from the IB.
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Library Management Experience
  • Annual planning for library programs
  • Annual budget planning and resource procurement
  • Collection development and cataloging, including management of physical and digital resources, communication with vendors, and procurement of resources
  • Maintenance of the library's online presence and website development
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Programming & Instructional Experience
  • Extended Essay Coordinator for IB DP authorization
  • Information literacy instruction to students in grades 5-10
  • Social-emotional instruction in 6th grade Life Skills class
 
Additional Activities​
  • Book shelving and cataloging using the Dewey Decimal classification system
  • Chaperone overnight field trip within India
  • Follett Destiny ILS
  • ManageBac and Toddle resource management tools
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Peak to Peak Charter School
K-12 Teacher Librarian - Lafayette, Colorado
2014 - 2019
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As an information specialist in this large school library, I was responsible for all levels of library administration and management. In collaboration with classroom teachers, I taught a comprehensive and engaging research curriculum for students in grades 6-8. I also worked with students in grades 9-12 to deepen their research practices in preparation for college. I continually sought grant funding to increase the resources available for students and created a makerspace that fostered connected learning opportunities through a variety of grant opportunities. I served on several school and district committees related to long-range strategic planning.
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Library Management Experience
  • Annual planning for library programs, including the development of collaborative programming through community partnerships
  • Annual budget planning and financial management, including monthly statement reconciliation and long-range planning
  • Collection development and cataloging, including management of physical and digital resources
  • Provide leadership, coordination, and management of staff and student library workers
  • Maintenance of the library's online presence and website development
  • Serve as a Middle School representative on the Boulder Valley School District Library Advisory Council (2 years)
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Programming & Instructional Experience
  • Facilitated Professional Learning Communities for staff on the topics of personal organization and technology use
  • Information literacy instruction to students in grades 5-12
  • Social-emotional skill development in Allies clubs
    • Completed the 'A Queer Endeavor' Teacher Institute Levels 1 & 2​ for creating safe classrooms
  • Facilitated book discussion groups for middle and high school students
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Additional Activities​
  • Co-Head Coach for the high school Forensics team (3 years)
    • Led one out-of-state field trip with students to IPPF Elite 8 debate competition
  • Sponsor for the National Junior Honor Society school chapter (4 years)
    • Led three out-of-state field trips with students to leadership development conferences 
  • Book shelving and cataloging using the Dewey Decimal classification system and genrefication
  • Chaperone overnight field trips within the US and internationally
  • Follett Destiny ILS
Publications
Kelly, Sheena. "School Research Goes Galactic." Gamify Literacy: Boost Comprehension, Collaboration and Learning, edited by Michele Haiken, International Society for Technology in Education, 2017.
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Presenting a storytime program to a group of preschoolers.
Cherry Creek School District
Clerical Specialist II - Greenwood Village, Colorado
2013 - 2014
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As a librarian at the District Library, I worked primarily with teachers and other school employees. I designed informative and engaging online websites for schools in the district, managed the collection of behavioral tests and forms, and provided customer services district staff and community members.
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Library Management Experience
  • Manage the professional, classroom and visual media collections and their inventories
  • Manage OCLC Interlibrary Loan requests, including paperwork processing, shipping, and invoicing for lost materials
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Programming & Instructional Experience
  • Plan and deliver technology training for classroom teachers and school librarians on use of digital resources
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Additional Activities
  • Provide reference services via email and phone
  • Book shelving and cataloging using the Dewey Decimal classification system
  • Maintain school website and OPAC pages using Microsoft SharePoint and SirsiDynix Enterprise
  • SirsiDynix Symphony ILS
Certifications
Recommended Apps
Todoist
Task Management App
This app is all about managing the minutiae. I really recommend you use this app after reading "Getting Things Done" by David Allen
Boomerang
Email Scheduling App
Schedule emails and increase your productivity!
Anythink Libraries
Tech Guide - Thornton, Colorado
2011 - 2013
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As the Technology Librarian at this large public library, I planned and delivered relevant technology programming for adult library customers. I was part of the project planning team for the district's first digital learning lab for youth populations, The Studio.
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Library Management Experience
  • Supervise library during opening and closing procedures, including leading morning meetings and reconciliation of cash register transactions
  • Supervise staff when branch manager was out of building
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Programming & Instructional Experience
  • Development and delivery of technology programming for public and staff audiences
  • Facilitated staff professional development workshops at Tech Fest, annual exploration of emerging use of technology
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Additional Activities
  • Collection maintenance, merchandising, and evaluation
  • Book shelving using the Word Think classification system (bookstore model)
  • Software used: Horizon ILS, PCReservation, Envisionware
Fondren Library
Library Assistant - Houston, Texas
2002 - 2006
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As a full-time library assistant in this large academic library, I staffed the circulation and reserve desks. I ensured students and faculty were able to locate, access, and circulate library resources.
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Programming & Instructional Experience
  • New student-worker orientation training workshop, co-facilitator​
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Additional Activities
  • Operation of busy circulation and reserve desks
  • Customer service in-person and over the phone
  • Detail oriented patron data entry in an ILS 
  • Book shelving using the Library of Congress classification system
Favorite Books
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  • Goodreads
  • LinkedIn

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