I enjoy: reading, watching movies, learning about new cultures, knitting, biking, hiking, and kayaking
Trina Roth
School Media Center Specialist
Plot 8, Lot 8 Morc la Serre,Mauritius
Summary
Driven teaching professional with degree in Library Science, charming and humorous personality with strong technology and typing skills. Highly organized and creative, as well as conversant in French. Over 24 years of experience in schools (21 of those in international schools) and 11 years in library environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Information Technology Specialist
Westcoast International Primary School
Cascavelle, Mauritius
01.2021 - Current
- Facilitated teacher and parental usage through continuous support, training classes, webinars, improvements and communication of updates or changes to various platforms.
- Coached and trained teachers, students, and parents on functions, features and basic troubleshooting of software such as Zoom, ClassDojo, and G-Suite.
- Trained staff and students in understanding copyright laws when creating videos and other media.
- Incorporated literacy and technology in trainings for teachers, students, and parents.
School Library Media Specialist
Westcoast International Primary School
Cascavelle, Mauritius
01.2018 - Current
- Created new initiatives in Media Center that focused on collection development, technology integration, and Literacy Week.
- Coached members of Improving Learning Committee accreditation team.
- Conducted multiple online platform trainings for on and off-site staff for remote learning.
- Promoted library to public (parents, students and community at large) via online social network platforms and library newsletter.
- Researched and chose diverse technologies for up-to-date and more effective education as school moved to remote learning.
- Advocated for newer technology (iPads and apps) to be integrated into ICT curriculum.
- Took on role of effectively troubleshooting PCs, software, printers and other equipment for entire school.
- Encouraged reading, research skills and variety of information resources through co-teaching.
- Maintained relevant, current, organized and correctly catalogued library collection based on community needs.
- Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase books, supplies and computer software and hardware.
- Repaired or replaced damaged items on regular basis to maintain continuity of service.
- Stayed abreast of latest trends and advancements in library science in field by reading trade publications and attending professional development.
- Educated students on use of online resources as reference tool to access latest information and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
- Implemented and maintained automated catalogs, circulation systems and book check-out services.
- Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and providing relevant material.
- Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
- Additional Contributions: Year 6 Study Trip Chaperone, Swim Gala/Sports Day Score-keeper, Teacher Representative.
- Served as Volunteer Judge for Round 1 of Near East South Asia (NESA) Virtual Science and Engineering Fair with Dostyk American International School (March 2021).
School Library Media Specialist
Riffa Views International School
Riffa, Bahrain
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Educated patrons on use of reference sources, online library catalog and various automated information systems.
- Managed circulation process (check-in and check-out) of library materials at circulation desk.
- Conducted yearly inventory (20,000+ titles).
- Stayed current on library policies and procedures to ensure standards were enforced.
- Helped children select "just-right" reading level library books.
- Supervised library assistant, volunteers, and student workers.
- Created adverts to inform parents, students, and community at large of library activities and programs.
- Stayed abreast of variety of methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Oversaw entire library budgeting which included purchasing books, technology, and other materials for library.
- Checked in, checked out and renewed library materials using Follett Destiny.
- Co-planned and taught with teachers to provide students with lifelong learning and research skills.
- Planned and taught classes on information literacy and technology use.
- Developed curriculum that incorporated literacy, research, and technology.
- Incorporated library skills into lessons to engage students and encourage lifelong learning.
- Served on numerous committees including: Elementary Curriculum Team, PowerSchool Integration, Grade 1-2 PLC, Secondary Uniform Adoption, Curriculum Development, Communication, Liaison, Graduation, International Day (Leader), ELL.
- Created following initiatives: Secondary/IB Library Development, IB Mock Extended Essay Co-Coordination, Classroom Instruction, Literature Circles, PBL, TESMC, COETAIL, WIDA.
- Additional Contributions: Admissions Coordinator, EE Coordinator, HS Accreditation Report Writer, NAQQAET Team Member, IB Coordination Team Member, PBL Team Member, BEIMUN Chaperone, ASA Attendance Coordinator, .
Admissions Coordinator
Riffa Views International School
Riffa, Not applicable, outside USA and Canada
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Developed and implemented admissions policies for small international school.
- Completed paperwork for incoming and outgoing students.
- Collaborated closely with dean and prospective students by organizing school visits, interviewing prospective students and their parents, answering questions, and administering admissions exams.
- Planned recruitment events for prospective students.
- Contacted prospective students via email and phone calls.
- Assisted faculty and staff in teaching classes, conducting orientation programs and issuing transcripts.
School Library Media Specialist
Dalian American International School
Dalian, China, China
08.2009 - 06.2013
- Served as: Book Week Chair, Writing Assessment Coordinator.
- Co-chaired Staff and PowerSchool accreditation committee.
- Served on following committees: LA/SS Curriculum, PSP Teacher Representative, Curriculum Development, Communication, Liaison.
- Initiatives: created leveled library, conducted DRA training, coordinated New Teacher Orientation, started Toddler Story Time initiative, taught: media literacy, research skills, literature circles, Applied Studies Drama.
- Additional Contributions: school musical producer/sound & lighting manager, co-chair graduation committee.
Education
Master of Library And Information -
University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI 06.2004 - 01.2007
Master of Arts - Teaching
Willamette University
Salem, OR 08.1996 - 05.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And French Literature
Willamette University
Salem, OR 08.1989 - 05.1993
Skills
Reading and teaching
undefinedAffiliations
- American Library Association
- International Literacy Association
- National Council of Teachers of English
Additional Information
I am an international elementary school librarian and former English literature teacher. I make my home in Mauritius but am originally from Oregon.
As a librarian and teacher working in six (6) different international schools for the past 21 years, I have developed strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills, as well as a professional demeanor. I have two Master's degrees (one in teaching and the other in Library Science), and also a TESMC (Teaching English to Students in the Mainstream Classroom) certificate, a COETAIL (Certificate of Educational Technology and Information Literacy) certificate, attended PBL (Project-Based Learning) training in order to collaborate with classroom teachers, and even took a number of master level courses in Reading Literacy. I work hard to stay updated on technology, library, literacy, and EAL trends. Additionally, I have contributed numerous articles to each of my schools' news publications, and strive to stay abreast of current trends. I served on various committees to hone my communication and listening skills. I strongly believe what sets me apart from other candidates is my background of growing up as a third culture kid in la Côte d'Ivoire for eight (8) years. I understand what it is to be both an expat and a local.
Certification
Oregon Teaching License, Endorsements: Media Specialist; Elementary K-9; Secondary 7-12, English/Speech Communication
Interests
Timeline
Information Technology Specialist
Westcoast International Primary School
01.2021 - Current
School Library Media Specialist
Westcoast International Primary School
01.2018 - Current
Admissions Coordinator
Riffa Views International School
08.2015 - 06.2016
School Library Media Specialist
Riffa Views International School
08.2013 - 06.2017
School Library Media Specialist
Dalian American International School
08.2009 - 06.2013
Master of Library And Information -
University of Wisconsin
06.2004 - 01.2007
Master of Arts - Teaching
Willamette University
08.1996 - 05.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And French Literature
Willamette University
08.1989 - 05.1993
Oregon Teaching License, Endorsements: Media Specialist; Elementary K-9; Secondary 7-12, English/Speech Communication
Willamette University Certificate for Middle Level Education
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