SUSAN C.

KISS
6 Taynton Ln. | South Barrington, IL 60010 | (312) 965-8266 | billnsue.kiss@att.net

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a full-time position as a Library Media Specialist/Teacher Librarian

EDUCATION:
Dominican University, River Forest, Illinois | MLIS, expected May 2021

DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois | M.Ed., June 1995

Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois | B.S. in Communication, May 1991

EXPERIENCE:
Community Unit School District 220, Barrington, Illinois
Library Technical Assistant, July 2016-Present
-Provide assistance to students and staff in the day-to-day training, support, and implementation of technology
skills needed to implement curricula; digital age learning resources; productivity tools; and standardized district
technology-based systems
-Plan and provide technology tools and skills training for staff
-Supply building-level support for basic software and hardware issues
-Equip staff with training to create, maintain, and update online content
-Aid the librarian in the full utilization of services, materials, and resources offered to students and staff through
the library and provide support for resource distribution and management
-Oversee the entire electronic circulation process throughout the library
-Troubleshoot computer hardware, software, and technical problems for students and staff in a one-to-one
environment
-Manage, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks independently of daily supervision and assume responsibility for a
major segment of the library's operations while working with numerous interruptions
-Work and communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff members while demonstrating a proficient use
of the English language in oral and written forms

Librarian, November 2017-December 2017

-Assumed the librarian position for a maternity leave
-Managed library staff
-Taught Digital Citizenship lessons to middle school students
-Organized book talks for middle school students
-Hosted Book Club, library decorating, and book sorting

Summer School Speech Teacher, June 2016-June 2016

Summer School English Teacher, June 2014
-Created a Summer School Speech course for Middle School students
-Manipulated curriculum to fit special needs students
-Created and implemented lesson plans and assignments using SmartBoard technology and GoogleDocs
-Taught students the basic principles of public speaking
-Fostered a positive, non-judgmental environment in which students could confidently speak
-Used Infinite Campus to make seating charts, take attendance, and record progress
-Taught College Prep English to high school Sophomores
-Consulted with Special Services to assist special needs students

Library Media Assistant, January 2013-June 2016

-Managed the entire electronic circulation process throughout the library
-Assisted students and staff with computer hardware, software, and technical problems
-Operated, instructed, and troubleshot software including network operating systems, Google products, Office
products, and academic programs
-Supervised students
-Coordinated library volunteers
 -Provided assistance to the Library Information Specialist in the full utilization of services, materials, and
resources offered to the students and staff through the Library Media Center
-Managed the senior check-out process
-Maintained an orderly and functional environment conducive to learning
-Assisted in the distribution, operation, inventory control, maintenance, and management of computer, office, and
multimedia equipment and student supplies
-Managed, organized, and prioritized multiple tasks independently of daily supervision and assumed responsibility
for a major segment of the library's operations while working with numerous interruptions
-Worked and communicated effectively with students, parents, and staff members while demonstrating a proficient
use of the English language in oral and written forms

Substitute Teacher, August 2010-January 2013

-Substituted in various elementary, middle school, and high school classrooms
-Assisted teachers in Special Education at the elementary, middle, and high school levels
-Implemented lesson plans for various grade levels and subjects

Lake Zurich Senior High School, Lake Zurich, Illinois

English Teacher, June 1994-March 2001
-Taught Senior English IV, Honors and Average Sophomore English II, Junior English III, English I, Drama,
Speech, and Media
-Screened possible job candidates at a recruiting fair at Northern Illinois University
-Co-chaired NCA sub-committee on fostering respect and responsibility in the school environment
-Participated in negotiation of new contract for the Union
-Created separate units of literature, drama, and composition/research for all levels of subjects
-Provided unit plans for District Curriculum project for Quality Review by the state of Illinois
-Prepared students for and administered Illinois Goal Assessment tests
-Completed IGAP reading and writing training
-Participated in textbook adoption for the English Department
-Incorporated various forms of cooperative learning into all levels of classes
-Conferenced regularly with colleagues and department chair on curriculum and course related issues
-Initiated regular parent contact on student progress
-Communicated regularly with Special Education Department on the progress of mainstreamed students

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:
Barrington Community Unit School District 220, Barrington, Illinois
-Middle School Building Council Member -AISLE Intern/Member
-District Technology Committee Member -Employee Engagement Committee Member
-Classified Staff Task Force Member -Middle School Guided Study Supervisor
-Snowflake Leader -Middle School Dance Supervisor
-Middle School Detention Supervisor -High School Graduation Chaperone

Grove Avenue Elementary School, Barrington, Illinois

Aldrin Elementary School, Schaumburg, Illinois
Classroom Volunteer, PTO Board Member, August 2003-June 2008
-Compiled data and prepared the Grove Avenue Directory for school-wide distribution
-Coordinated classroom events and budget
-Contributed to the PTA Nominating Committee in appointing new Board Members
-Assisted students in reading, spelling, and math through one-on-one conferencing
-Participated in various PTO sponsored activities and attended meetings
-Volunteered as Room Mother for kindergarten through fifth grades

Lake Zurich Senior High School

-Junior Class Sponsor, August 1996-June 1997
-Head Varsity Pom Pon Coach, August 1994 - June 1996
-Assistant Soccer Coach, February 1994 - June 1994