Kimberly Rush
Simpsonville
Summary
Service-oriented librarian with extensive experience in school and public library settings. Proficient in reference services, instructional support, and collection development, delivering high-quality research assistance and programming. Recognized for effective communication and collaborative leadership, fostering positive relationships with students, faculty, and community members. Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills complemented by a proactive work ethic.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Library Assistant
Spartanburg County Public Libraries
Landrum
12.2024 - Current
- Deliver reference services and readers’ advisory to patrons with the assistance of resources such as NovelList, Goodreads, public library databases, and personal knowledge.
- Design and facilitate programming, including weekly storytimes, family activities, and summer reading initiatives.
- Promote community engagement and strengthen partnerships with local schools and organizations.
- Provide front-line customer service in a busy public environment that includes assisting patrons with computers, printers, and personal devices.
- Utilize the Polaris/LEAP Integrated Library System(ILS) to process holds, circulate books, and manage accounts.
- Create and maintain appealing resource displays and family area activities.
School Library Media Specialist
Greenville County Schools
Simpsonville
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Managed operations for a K-8th grade school library, including daily elementary student instruction, collection development, budget spending for database and print resources, and acquisition of current resources for teachers and students.
- Successfully multitasked on a daily basis to provide staff and student customer service, book checkouts, reader’s advisory, and Chromebook technical support.
- Organized and recruited up to thirty volunteers for library needs such as shelving or book fairs through signupgenius.com.
- Researched best pricing and managed subscriptions with a variety of vendors such as Scholastic, Inc., Follett, Junior Library Guild, EBSCO, BrainPOP, and Flocabulary, while maintaining good relations with representatives during ongoing services.
- Initiated original and copy cataloging for various materials by utilizing the Destiny OPAC within the Follett School Solutions integrated library system.
- Promoted database research through the use of the SC State Virtual Library(DISCUS) with self-designed instruction, practice assignments, and assessments.
- Analyzed collection statistics to determine what resources needed to be removed or added according to research on current materials and patron preferences.
- Assisted with technology on campus by troubleshooting and solving issues on computers, printers, smart boards, and more.
- Organized and hosted author visits, book fairs, and professional children’s art or theatrical performances.
- Received and distributed books for the collection in bulk from heavy boxes or cases.
- Created videos or conducted online meetings that provided instruction on various learning topics.
- Curated digital reference collections for students within the library catalog that pertained to current interests and curriculum topics.
- Designed and maintained a library website with current parent, teacher, and student information.
- Developed and digitally posted a monthly newsletter for the media center.
School Library Media Clerk
Rudolph Gordon School
Simpsonville
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Shelved, inventoried, and processed library materials to ensure an organized and accessible collection.
- Maintained accurate records in the library management system, including catalog updates, holds, and overdue notices.
- Organized and operated office procedures such as answering phones, ordering supplies, repairing materials, and serving patrons at the front desk.
- Handled clerical duties such as filing, data entry, correspondence, and supply ordering.
Preschool Teacher
First Baptist Church
Simpsonville
01.2003 - 01.2012
- Created and implemented lessons, activities, and projects for ages three and four based on preschool curriculum while serving as team leader.
Customer Service Manager
Belk, Inc. Department Store
Greenville
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Supervised, trained, and scheduled up to twenty-five employees weekly.
- Provided high-quality service to diverse customers, answering inquiries or resolving conflicts professionally with efficient problem-solving in fast-paced settings.
- Supervised all gift wrap operations, coordinated office supply purchasing, and managed shipping and receiving of customer gifts to support high-quality customer service.
Catering Services Coordinator
Aramark Corporation at Furman University
Greenville
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Created, processed, and maintained client catering event registrations using university event management and dining services systems, ensuring accuracy of event details, menus, attendance counts, and billing information.
- Assisted with planning and executing catering services for university events such as academic conferences, faculty meetings, student programs, and campus functions.
Education
Master of Library and Information Science -
The University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Furman University
Greenville, SC01.1993
Skills
- Reference and research assistance
- Instruction and information literacy
- Academic support services
- Integrated library systems
- Collection development and maintenance
- Program development and outreach
- Customer service operations
- Digital resources navigation
- Communication and relationship building
- Multitasking and organization
- Discovery tools
- Database platforms
- Microsoft Office suite
- Google Workspace applications
- Digital literacy instruction
- Library cataloging tools
- Online learning platforms
Technical And Digital Skills
- Integrated Library Systems (ILS)
- Discovery Tools, Database Platforms
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Digital Literacy Instruction
- Library Cataloging Tools
- Online Learning Platforms
Leadership Experience
- Member, South Carolina Association of School Librarians, 2018-2024
- Committee Member, South Carolina Association of School Librarians Children’s Picture Book Award Committee, 2020-2022
- School Technical Assistance Coordinator, 2018-2023
- School Fixed Assets Coordinator, 2014-2023
- School Yearbook Editor, 2015-2017
Certification
South Carolina Professional Teacher Certificate, 1993-present
Timeline
Public Library Assistant
Spartanburg County Public Libraries
12.2024 - Current
School Library Media Specialist
Greenville County Schools
01.2018 - 01.2024
School Library Media Clerk
Rudolph Gordon School
01.2013 - 01.2018
Preschool Teacher
First Baptist Church
01.2003 - 01.2012
Customer Service Manager
Belk, Inc. Department Store
01.1999 - 01.2001
Catering Services Coordinator
Aramark Corporation at Furman University
01.1997 - 01.1998
Master of Library and Information Science -
The University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Furman University