Kelly Pollard is seeking a Youth Services Librarian position and has relevant education and experience. She has a Master's in Library and Information Science expected in May 2016 from San Jose State University along with a B.A. in American Studies from UC Santa Cruz. Her experience includes being a Library Media Assistant at Foothill High School where she assists students and teachers, supervises a computer lab, and maintains the library catalog. She also has experience as a freelance writer and editor and has worked as a substitute and recreation teacher.

1. Kelly Pollard
868 Del Norte Drive ~ Livermore, CA ~ 94551 ~ 925-337-2624 ~ kellyannpollard@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/kellyannpollard
Objective: Seeking a Youth Services Librarian position in a public library
Education
Master in Library and Information Science, 3.85 GPA, expected May 2016
San Jose State University, San Jose, California
Relevant Coursework: School Library Media Materials, Emerging Trends in Children’s and
Young Adult Literature, Information Communities, Information Professional.
University of California, Santa Cruz, 2001
B.A., American Studies, with highest honors
Emphasis in Cultural Expression
Las Positas College, 2001-2003
20 units of Early Childhood Development, including all general courses, emergent literacy,
administration, and adult supervision (4.0 GPA)
Technology Skills
Proficient: Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Destiny, Word Press, Blogger, Edlio Web
Builder, Blackboard Collaborate
Communications: Extensive experience writing electronic newsletters for both the
Rancho Las Positas PTA and California Writers Club
Experience
Library Media Assistant II, Foothill High School, Pleasanton, CA 2013 to present
 Assist students and teachers with databases, research projects and locating materials
 Supervise a computer laboratory with 42 work stations serving over 2,000 students
 Catalog new materials and accurately maintain Destiny online catalog
 Maintain library budget, inventory supplies and create purchase orders
 Collaborate with library team and school administrator to host a successful author visit
Freelance Writer and Editor 2006-2014
 Specialize in stories about education, parenting, arts, travel, and human interest stories
 Work independently and consistently to meet deadlines
 Publicity skills
Substitute Yard Duty and Special Projects Tester
Livermore Valley Unified School District 2011- present
 Administer the California English Language Development Test to K-12 students

2.  Supervise K-5 students during lunch recess
Social Media Manager and Discussion Leader, Moms Like Me 2009-2011
 Create original web content and moderate discussion boards
 Market website through community outreach at local children’s fairs and family events
Recreation Teacher, Livermore Area Recreation and Parks District, 2001-2003
 Experience in writing curriculum, running small classrooms, supervising aides, and
assisting director in administrative tasks
Additional Training
Patti Tjomsland “Best Books for Middle Grade and Young Adults”, 2013 and 2014
 Readers Advisory Training
 Library displays, incorporating emerging technology into library spaces
San Francisco Writers Conference, 2009
 Volunteer experience
 Workshops in young adult literature, nonfiction, and journalism
Central Coast Writers Conference, 2007
 First place award for First Chapter in a Young Adult Novel
Affiliations
American Library Association, 2015
Parent Teacher Association, 2008-present
Secretary/Newsletter Editor, 2013-present
Membership Chair, 2012-2013
Volunteer Coordinator, 2011-2012
California Writers Club, 2006-2014
Newsletter Editor, 2007-2009; Treasurer, 2006-2007