Jeanette D.

Martin, MLIS
714-468-6950 | jeanette.martin77@yahoo.com | linkedin.com/in/jeanette-martin
Los Alamitos, CA 90720

PROFILE
Librarian with 20+ years of experience in library services and 10+ years of experience as an educator. Applies a positive,
high-energy interpersonal style to serve individuals from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, creating
supportive, inclusive learning environments. Brings a passion for outreach to underprivileged and underrepresented
individuals, with a focus on restorative, community-based approaches to education and empowerment.

SKILLS
Library Program Development & Implementation | Technology Instruction | Educator Support
Student-Centered Learning | Curriculum Development | Library Staff Management & Training
Team Leadership | Partnership Building & Community Outreach | Customer Service | Grant Writing
Inventory Management | Administrative Coordination | MARC Recordkeeping | Advanced MS Office | Google Drive

EXPERIENCE
School Librarian, 07/2019 to Present
Inglewood Unified School District, Inglewood, CA – Directed school library while teaching 2 English periods and pursuing
teaching credentials (single subject in English, library teacher credential). Managed a computer lab, a teacher work room,
and a large collection of materials, including recordkeeping, maintenance of 2 databases, repair of damaged books, textbook
collection and distribution, and collection of fines. Served as club advisor and led a team of archivists.

Library Media Assistant, 01/2014 to 07/2019

Anaheim Elementary School District, Anaheim, CA – Built a student-driven learning commons from the ground up, with a
focus on collaborating with classroom teachers to provide hands-on STEM activities. Delivered multi-media common core
instruction and in-depth guidance on research and information technology methods to help students excel in the classroom
and foster a sense of intellectual curiosity. Served a predominantly Hispanic and low-income student population. Received
2015 Employee of the Year and Honorary Service Award, California State Employee.
 Increased future student and parent library usage 20% by initiating 2 key partnerships with Think Together and
California State Preschool
 Helped increase reading levels district-wide by an average of 2 grade levels by leading several teams in a relabeling
program to facilitate implementation of a new reading program; trained and mentored many team members who
had no previous library experience
 Cultivated holistic focus on student enrichment and wellbeing by implementing new library programs, including
author talks, book talks, drum circles, and mindfulness and yoga practices; partnered with the public library and
universities to launch school-wide programs
 Implemented a calendar for district librarians incorporating common core, metacognitive, and library skills to
reinforce classroom teaching with themed bulletin boards, books, databases, and story time activities
 Drove the expansion of library collections, including a cohesive collection incorporating books that can be replaced
for free if damaged; secured funding and new inventory by writing grants and collaborating with the PTA, the public
library, and several corporate partners
 Led design / set-up of educational exhibits in alignment with student and teacher needs and special requests
 As leader of the diversity committee, planned the first annual Diversity Week for implementation district-wide,
incorporating music and food from various cultures, with a focus on including LGBTQ individuals as well
 Provided family workshops to increase access to free library resources and databases
 Enhanced employee job satisfaction, customer service, and overall library operations while reducing costs
associated with inefficient operations by developing a new hire training process
 Wrote grants to secure ~$12K in support of STEM programs and the learning commons to date
 Created a training program for new library media technicians, including Google Drive multimedia presentations
 Enhanced accessibility of library tools by updating website and delivering training to librarians, parents, teachers,
and students, including for use of Smart Board, Chomathean Board, tablets, and laptops
 Developed a vibrant collection carefully tailored to school needs using Follett Destiny, translating collection
statistics into actionable insights to guide resource allocation and funding requests
 Jeanette D. Martin, MLIS
714-468-6950 | jeanette.martin77@yahoo.com | linkedin.com/in/jeanette-martin
Los Alamitos, CA 90720

Receptionist, 01/2013 to 10/2013

Kalani Honua, Pahoa, HI – Applied exceptional customer service skills to ensure a world-class experience for ~30 visitors
from extremely diverse cultural and religious backgrounds at this non-profit holistic retreat center. Served as a central
communication hub and a friendly source of information and assistance to customers and a staff of 300. Recognized as the
top performer in customer satisfaction.

 Greeted guests; fielded in-person, phone, and email inquiries and complaints; scheduled appointments and
excursions; and oversaw inventory management to ensure uninterrupted service to clients
 Coordinated travel for staff, client groups, and artists in residence
 Managed cross-departmental mail correspondence, including packaging and shipping

Certified Substitute Teacher, 07/2009 to 01/2013

Anaheim City & Garden Grove United School Districts, CA – Empowered students to grow physically, mentally, and socially
by leading classroom activities, games, and outdoor recreational activities. Gained a holistic understanding of best practices
for teacher support.
 Instructed groups of up to 60 and supervised groups of ~100 in and outside of the classroom
 Engaged and built strong relationships with children from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, developing a
deep understanding of their interests to spark curiosity and identify creative solutions to disciplinary problems and
lack of classroom focus
 Balanced knowledge of district, county, state, and federal curriculum guidelines with creative dedication to tailoring
instruction to student needs; increased student participation in the classroom by integrating role-playing exercises,
group projects, and other engaging activities
 Implemented reading and writing workshops to support existing school programs
 Cultivated student technical literacy and knowledge of research techniques by incorporating educational software
and Internet tools, including the Encyclopedia Britannica and STMath
 Liaised among students, parents, and administrators to monitor student progress and respond to emerging needs;
extensively documented grades and behavior, implemented lesson plans, and collaborated with the principal’s
office to address disciplinary and safety issues

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
California School Library Association (CLSA)
Conference Board, 2019 to Present
Member & Presenter, 2016 to Present

UCLA Beat the Odds Facilitator Training, Fall 2018

American Library Association, Member, 2016 to 2018

EDUCATION
Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), San Jose State University, San Jose, CA, 2019

BS in Human Services & Business Management, University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ, 2005

Single Subject Teaching Credential, Chapman University, Orange, CA, 2008

Pursuing Renewal with Cal State Fullerton

Certified Drum Facilitator, University of California Los Angeles, 2018