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Christen Higgins

Christen Higgins

Library Cooperative Assistant Charlotte

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Tech savvy educator with exceptional communication and organizational skills

  • Education

    • Central Carolina Community College

      2005 - 2007
      Associates Degree Library and Information Technology

    • Olympic High School

      1994 - 1997
      Diploma High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates

      Activities and Societies: Drama Club, National Art Honor Society, National French Honor Society

    • Excelsior University

      2008 - 2010
      Bachelors of Science Liberal Studies

    • North Carolina Central University

      2012 - 2014
      Master's degree Library Science

  • Experience

    • Mecklenburg Library

      Aug 2005 - Aug 2006
      Library Cooperative Assistant Charlotte

      · Collaborated with teen librarian to expand and diversify teen programming· Provided personalized assistance to public trying to use the computer lab· Assisted staff in collection management, shelving, and reference desk duties.

    • Winget Park Elementary School

      Oct 2006 - Jun 2008
      Library Assistant Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools

      · Supported media specialist in creating NCSCS curriculum and ensuring student's access to library materials· Taught literacy skills and research methods to classes grades K-6· Implemented specialized curriculum for exception children's classes· Systematized technology inventory procedures

    • Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County

      Jun 2008 - Apr 2010
      Library Services Specialist I

      · Designed and implemented technology workshops, programs and experiences for youth ages 5 through 18.· Managed complete reinvention of Studio i policies and procedures to better serve the patron base.· Coordinated a streamlined approach to scheduling group visits for the entire building.· Provided one-on-one and group public service for youth to foster all elements of their media literacy development.· Created and taught arts-based programs including Adobe Photoshop, ReadyAnimator, and Scratch.· Cultivated enriching relationships with co-workers and patrons to enhance the overall atmosphere of ImaginOn. Show less

    • Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

      Jun 2011 - Dec 2014
      Senior Library Assistant

      Along with collection management and daily library tasks, I develop and implement children and preteen focused library programs.

    • Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

      Dec 2014 - Jul 2021
      School Library Media Coordinator

      I am in charge of library collection management for Pre-K through 5th grade students. I develop and teach standard based lessons in reading and writing skills while aggressively promoting a love of literature and stories. I teach PBL lessons geared to teach students to create, monitor, and evaluate research projects based on their own interests and passions. I lead professional development for staff in regards to the responsible use of quality online and print resources.

    • GLS

      Jul 2021 - Sept 2021
      Service Management Report Analyst

    • Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

      Sept 2021 - now
      Librarian Media Coordinator

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Public Librarian

      State of North Carolina