Naomi Pickens
Greer
Summary
Diligent School Library Media Specialist with comprehensive background in managing school library resources and facilitating student and faculty access to educational materials. Developed and implemented engaging literacy programs that foster love for reading. Demonstrated ability to manage digital and physical resources efficiently while providing exceptional support to both students and staff.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
School Library Media Specialist
Legacy Early College - Elem Campus
Greenville, SC
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented library programs to enhance student engagement and literacy skills.
- Curated diverse collection of resources to support curriculum and foster inclusive learning environments.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate information literacy into classroom instruction effectively.
- Trained staff and volunteers on library systems, promoting efficient operations and resource management.
- Conducted workshops for students on research methods and digital citizenship principles.
Children’s Media Assistant
Spartanburg County Public Libraries, Headquarters
Spartanburg, SC
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Plans, promotes and presents creative and innovative programs that meet the needs of families and children, birth through age twelve, including storytimes, STEAM programs, and other special events and summer reading activities
- Creates and maintains inventory of equipment, both those housed at Headquarters and program equipment that is sent out to all locations
- Creates and maintains updated instruction guides for technology related to children’s programming for Headquarters and for use at branches
- Responsible for maintaining an attractive children’s area in the library including the Spark Space Jr
- STEAM room, collections, displays, signage and bulletin boards Manages the outreach schedule and assigns support where needed
- Coordinates with school media specialists and community center leaders to schedule recurring outreach programs in local area schools or community centers.
Children’s Assistant
Spartanburg County Public Libraries, Headquarters
03.2016 - 07.2023
- Processing, shelving, and maintaining the juvenile collection for the children’s department
- Create, prepare, and lead a variety of programming for ages 8-12 yrs
- Old, ranging from art and crafts to gaming to exciting teaching-learning experiences that run-in length from 30 to 60 minutes
- Providing readers advisory for birth to 12 years old
- Collaborates with coworkers to provide a cohesive Summer Reading program
- Plans, prepares, and leads outreach school visits and book clubs, both virtual and in-person, for Spartanburg school district 7 ages 8-12 years old.
Children/Tween Services Assistant
Spartanburg County Public Libraries, Woodruff
08.2011 - 03.2016
- Processing, shelving, and maintaining the Adult, Young Adult, and Juvenile collection for the Woodruff Library Branch
- Developed and implemented a tween program that featured art, science, and literacy, the purpose of which was to address a gap in programming for this age group (10-12yrs)
- Developed and implemented a preschool story
- Assist patrons with finding books and other resource materials
Education
Bachelor of Studio Art - Art Education
Converse University
Spartanburg, SCAssociate - Arts
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SCMaster of Science - Library And Information Science
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC05-2025
Skills
- Classroom Management
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Conflict Resolution
- Coordinating With Teachers and Specialists
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Student engagement
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Library management
- Collection development
Accomplishments
- Earned "Equity Access Champion " award for providing an equitable and inclusive work environment.
Affiliations
American Library Association
Timeline
School Library Media Specialist
Legacy Early College - Elem Campus
07.2024 - Current
Children’s Media Assistant
Spartanburg County Public Libraries, Headquarters
08.2023 - 07.2024
Children’s Assistant
Spartanburg County Public Libraries, Headquarters
03.2016 - 07.2023
Children/Tween Services Assistant
Spartanburg County Public Libraries, Woodruff
08.2011 - 03.2016
Associate - Arts
Tri-County Technical College
Bachelor of Studio Art - Art Education
Converse University
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
North Carolina Central University
National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) Recipient - 2025
The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) award is awarded to recipients who demonstrate exceptional leadership, academic excellence, and a commitment to community service.