Margaret Lotter
Teacher/Librarian
Pretoria
Summary
I am a knowledgeable and passionate Teacher Librarian . I am equipped with an extensive background in versatile library environments.
I am focused on information literacy and have a love for literature and committed to promoting lifelong learning and reading. I have excellent knowledge of books, media and research processes.
I am resource-driven and recommends, interprets and evaluates information resources and assists users with academic and information searches.
I am effective at prioritizing tasks, maintaining collections and locating hard-to-find materials.
I am dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inviting library atmosphere.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher Afrikaans FAL
Tshedza Independent Pre-Primary School
Pretoria
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics of curriculum.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Online English Teacher
VIPKID/The Really Great Teacher Company/
Pretoria
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Used pre-written curriculum to teach students English via remote video conferencing.
- Reviewed homework assignments to better gauge students' learning progress and grasp of new concepts.
- Gently corrected student pronunciation and grammar to improve conversation skills.
- Worked with students between ages 6 and 50 on grammar, pronunciation and sentence construction.
- Maintained schedule of appointments and worked up to 40 hours each week.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Librarian
Reach British School
Abu Dhabi
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources. (e.g. Dewey Decimal Classification System)
- Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy. (e.g. Book Club)
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Supported digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
- Responded to numerous reference calls daily, helping patrons with specific information needs.
- Managed collections of print and electronic data for public and private access via reference and borrowing.
- Classified and coded different types of materials according to library policies and organizational standards.
- Joined forces with teachers and administrators to support curriculum content, learning outcomes and student information needs.
- Educated library patrons about policies for checking out materials and using resources.
- Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
- Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and corrected cataloging errors.
- Taught children about library practices via individual and group instruction.
- Worked with teachers to provide students with lifelong learning and research skills.
- Led campus in use of instructional technology to engage students in interesting and retentive learning
- Promote a love for literature and reading.
Elementary School Librarian
Oost Eind Primary School
Pretoria
04.2002 - 07.2013
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Set up computer and digital device access, providing assistance with use and operation.
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
- Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
- Classified and coded different types of materials according to library policies and organizational standards.
- Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory.
- Maintained equipment in good working order for school-wide use.
- Joined forces with teachers and administrators to support curriculum content, learning outcomes and student information needs.
- Kept online catalog orderly and updated with latest material additions and removals.
- Taught children about library practices via individual and group instruction.
- Oversaw media, catalog and instructional areas.
Librarian Public Library
Springs Public Library
Springs
07.1995 - 12.2000
- Offered basic reference assistance to support information needs.
- Assisted patrons in locating and using library resources and materials.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
- Trained and supervised library staff, volunteers and other personnel.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Introduced and implemented different media collections and tools into traditional library system. (e.g. Newspaper- and Press Cutting System to support various departments of the Town Council of Springs in daily information needs and requests).
- Maintained accurate records and confidentiality of library book and periodical inventory.
- Manage Law Library of City Council of Springs.
- Manage and procure law library collection.
- Administration of government and local government special collections (e.g. Laws and By-Laws)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 02.1985 - 11.1987
No Degree - Library And Information Science
Unisa
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Post Graduate Certificate in Education
Unisa
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - TEFL Certificate
The TEFL Life Company
04.2001 -
Skills
Student-centered learning
Timeline
Online English Teacher
VIPKID/The Really Great Teacher Company/
02.2023 - 08.2023
Teacher Afrikaans FAL
Tshedza Independent Pre-Primary School
01.2019 - 12.2023
Librarian
Reach British School
08.2014 - 06.2017
Elementary School Librarian
Oost Eind Primary School
04.2002 - 07.2013
No Degree - Library And Information Science
Unisa
04.2001 -
No Degree - Post Graduate Certificate in Education
Unisa
04.2001 -
No Degree - TEFL Certificate
The TEFL Life Company
04.2001 -
Librarian Public Library
Springs Public Library
07.1995 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Pretoria
02.1985 - 11.1987
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