Professional Resume Template for
Librarian
Evelyn M. Carter
Boston, MA
(617) 555-0145
evelyn.carter@email.com
linkedin.com/in/evelyn-carter-library | github.com/evelyncarter | evelyncarter.info
Professional Summary
Systems-oriented Librarian with a 6-year tenure managing school library media centers and academic information systems. Expertise includes curating digital collections, supervising student assistants, and integrating educational technology tools into lesson plans. Successfully increased digital resource utilization by 34% and led 2 software migration projects to update the library's cataloging system with zero service interruptions. Proficient with Destiny Library Manager, LibGuides, Canvas LMS, and JSTOR.
Work Experience
Librarian — Beacon Hill Preparatory School
Boston, MA | January 2024 – Present
- Managed a library operations budget of $45,000, optimizing print and digital subscriptions to reduce annual resource acquisition costs by 12%.
- Supervised 6 student assistants and 2 library aides, conducting weekly training sessions that improved circulation desk response efficiency by 28%.
- Led the migration of the school's cataloging system to Destiny Library Manager, importing 18,000 metadata records with zero inventory discrepancies.
- Coordinated with 14 classroom teachers to design research workshops, boosting student utilization of online academic databases by 42% over a 12-month period.
Assistant Librarian — Boston Academy
Boston, MA | August 2020 – December 2023
- Evaluated and updated the physical collection of 25,000 volumes, weeding 15% of outdated materials to align resources with state curriculum standards.
- Developed and taught 8 research literacy modules to over 450 middle and high school students, raising average post-test scores by 18%.
- Administered the school library's web portal and LibGuides, increasing monthly web page views by 35% through user-friendly layout optimizations.
- Resolved over 90 hardware and software issues on student computer terminals monthly, maintaining a 98% satisfaction rating on IT help requests.
Education
Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)
Simmons University · Boston, MA · 2020
Skills
Collection development, Digital cataloging, Information literacy instruction, Budget management, Database research, Destiny Library Manager, LibGuides, Canvas LMS, JSTOR, MARC 21, Resource sharing, Educational technology, Student helper supervision
Projects
Digital Resource Integration
Role: Lead Media Specialist
Tools: Destiny Library Manager, Canvas LMS, LibGuides, Google Classroom
Integrated digital databases with the school's LMS, resulting in a 44% increase in student research database logins over 6 months.
Library Learning Commons Redesign
Role: Librarian
Tools: Google Sheets, Trello, Destiny Library Manager
Coordinated a 3-month physical and digital reorganization project, increasing average daily student library visits by 55%.
Certifications
- School Library Media Specialist Certification (2021)
- Praxis II: Library Media Specialist (5311) Certification (2020)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), French (Conversational)
- Volunteer Work: Volunteer archivist for local historical society (2022-present)
- Availability: 2 weeks notice
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$52,000
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$85,000
Avg:
$68,000
Growth Outlook:
The demand for Librarians and Library Media Specialists in the United States is projected to grow by 2% from 2024 to 2034, which is slower than the average for all occupations. However, despite the modest growth, approximately 13,500 annual job openings are expected over the decade due to retirement and career transitions. Opportunities will remain strongest for professionals skilled in digital curation, information literacy instruction, and educational technology integration.
2% growth from 2024 to 2034 (BLS)
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