Alyssa Angel
Jacksboro
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Oak Ridge Public Library, adept in information retrieval and fostering adaptive learning environments. Excelled in enhancing community engagement through innovative library services and effective circulation processes. Demonstrated exceptional research assistance and interpersonal skills, significantly improving patron satisfaction and resource accessibility.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Clerk
Oak Ridge Public Library
11.2024 - Current
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
- Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
- Assisted patrons with operation of library photocopiers, microfiche and audio/visual equipment.
- Helped patrons to complete forms for library card issuance.
- Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
Library Page
Oak Ridge Public Library
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.
- Kept library shelves and printed materials well-stocked and organized according to established system.
- Assisted patrons with operation of library photocopiers, microfiche and audio/visual equipment.
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
- Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
Daycare Teacher
Children's Enrichment Center
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Charity Fundraiser
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships, and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Evaluated and reported on impact of fundraising efforts to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
- Developed and executed creative strategies to promote fundraising events.
Cashier
Michaels Arts and Crafts
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Education
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN11-2024
Master of Arts - English
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN05-2023
High School Diploma -
Jellico High School
Jellico, TN05-2019
Skills
- Research assistance
- Adaptive learning
- Shelf reading
- Information retrieval
- Circulation processes
- Sorting and processing donations
- Digital archiving
- Library services
- Records correction
- Computer assistance
- Circulation desk
- Materials management
Timeline
Library Clerk
Oak Ridge Public Library
11.2024 - Current
Library Page
Oak Ridge Public Library
03.2024 - 11.2024
Daycare Teacher
Children's Enrichment Center
10.2023 - 07.2024
Charity Fundraiser
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
09.2021 - 12.2021
Cashier
Michaels Arts and Crafts
08.2020 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
Trevecca Nazarene University
Master of Arts - English
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
High School Diploma -
Jellico High School
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