LAUREN K.

CLAYMON
lkclaymon@gmail.com
laurenkclaymon.wordpress.com

EDUCATION

The University of Texas at Austin Master of Science, Summa Cum Laude August 2012-May 2014
Information Studies
4.0 GPA

The University of Texas at San Antonio Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification August 2001-December 2002
Secondary English and History
4.0 GPA

Texas A&M University- College Station Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude August 1997-May 2001
English
4.0 GPA


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Round Rock ISD School Library Practicum -Intern; Round Rock, TX January 2014-April 2014
Shadowed librarians at McNeil High School, Canyon Vista Middle School, and Jollyville Elementary School.
Cataloged and processed new book and media purchases.
Facilitated circulation services for students and teachers.
Created and presented book talks for student readers advisory.
Collaborated with teachers on library pre-reading activities.
Developed a program on early literacy awareness for teen parents.

Martin Middle School- Volunteer; Austin, TX November 2012-May 2013
Cataloged new book and media purchases.
Advised students in regards to reading selections.
Developed mini-lessons for Community Literacy Night.

John Jay High School- Teacher; San Antonio, TX December 2002-May 2007
Differentiated instruction in reading, writing, and critical thinking for students of varying ability levels in English I, II, and
IV.
Created lesson plans that addressed both district and state curricular requirements.
Prepared AP English IV students for Advanced Placement Literature and Composition exam.
Reviewed young adult literature for inclusion on district-approved reading list.
Developed district-wide curriculum for Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition.

John Jay High School- Fillies Dance Team Director; San Antonio, TX May 2003-May 2007
Managed multiple budget accounts for costumes, travel, competition fees, and camp expenses.
Supported school-sponsored activities including sports and fine arts.
Created and implemented a character education program for team members.
Choreographed and prepared performances for half-time, pep rally, and contest performances.

Kaplan Test Prep- Instructor; San Antonio, TX January 2002-December 2002
Created lessons to prepare students for the Graduate Record Exam.
Tutored individual students in more intense preparation for the exam.



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Certifications
Texas School Librarian Certificatepending graduation (TExES Exam Passed 04/2014)
Standard Teaching CertificateSecondary English (6-12)

Training
New Jersey Writing ProjectSummer Institute, Grammar Week, Reading Week
Advanced Placement Summer Institutes 2004, 2005, 2006
Talented and Gifted professional development

Skills
Proficient in Sirsi/Dynix Workflows, MARC Wizard Cataloging System, Microsoft Office, Prezi, WordPress, Social Media,
Weebly, Easel.ly, Canva

Professional Associations
Member, American Library Association September 2012-Present
Member, Texas Library Association September 2012-Present
Member, American Association of School Librarians September 2013-Present
Member, Young Adult Library Services Association September 2013-Present