Lauren Wilson
Kershaw
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Media Specialist
Kershaw County School District
2023.07 - Current
- Collaborate with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
- Instruct students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Encourage reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
- Motivate students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
Instructional Technology Coach
Chesterfield County School District
2022.06 - 2023.05
- Assists in the implementation of technology that aligns with state standards and promotes 21st Century skills.
- Create and model best practices for technology integration in all content areas.
- Assist with planning and conducting periodic needs assessment/evaluations related to the technology requirements of the district.
Media Specialist
Chesterfield County School District
2018.08 - 2023.05
- Develop and execute yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, and supplies.
- Educate patrons on use of reference sources, card catalogs and automated information systems.
- Stay up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
- Gain strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Lead campus in use of instructional technology to engage students in interesting and retentive learning.
- Keep up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and correct cataloging errors.
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Teacher
Chesterfield County School District
2016.08 - 2018.08
- Prepared and utilized lesson plans for all subject areas using 21st learning skills, the guided math model, differentiated learning styles, and student interest and passions
- Incorporated multiple resources to reach all learning styles, including websites, interactive Promethean Board lessons, jigsaw technique, manipulatives, hands-on experimentation, Daily 5 rotations, and center-based learning
- Completed multiple professional development workshops, including Words Their Way.Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Teacher
Lancaster County School District
2013.08 - 2016.05
- Designed and implemented curriculum instruction to meet the diverse needs of 3rd grade students.
- Established a variety of teaching strategies that include group work, direct lessons, and hands-on activities.
- Served on the school's priority team to help write a plan of action to meet growth goals.
- Attended professional development and professional growth meetings-specifically High Progress Literacy, Daily 5, and Fontus and Pinnell.
Education
Certification Instructional Technology -
Georgia College State University
Milledgeville, GA05.2023
Master of Science - Library Media
Georgia College State University
Milledgeville, GA08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Winthrop University
Rock Hill05.2013
Skills
- Literacy Development Reading
- Library Instruction
- Organizational Skills
- Web Design Technology Integration
Websites
Additional Information
Refining Instruction for Student Excellence (R.I.S.E) Teacher Leader - I was a member of a group of selected teachers who met monthly to discuss best practices and innovative ways to enhance learning in the 21st Century.
Team Leader - Clinton Elementary, Petersburg Primary, and Jefferson Elementary
Nominated for 2015-2016 Teacher of the Year in Lancaster County
Grants Received - Target Field Trip, PET, Marion Sims Foundation, Founders Federal Credit Union
Old English Consortium Professional Development - Speaker, Topic "Using Your Library Website for Library Instruction"
Virtual School Admin - I served as a liaison for teachers and the school principal. My duties included leading staff meetings, student enrollment, and the distribution of devices (Lenovos and Hotspots).
CERRA Mentor Teacher for induction teachers
Mentor teacher for teachers seeking a degree in Library Media
South Carolina Association of School Librarians (SCASL) - Advocacy Committee Member
Timeline
Media Specialist
Kershaw County School District
2023.07 - Current
Instructional Technology Coach
Chesterfield County School District
2022.06 - 2023.05
Media Specialist
Chesterfield County School District
2018.08 - 2023.05
Teacher
Chesterfield County School District
2016.08 - 2018.08
Teacher
Lancaster County School District
2013.08 - 2016.05
Certification Instructional Technology -
Georgia College State University
Master of Science - Library Media
Georgia College State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Winthrop University
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