Cheryl Vassallo

1315 Old Marlton Pike E., Marlton, NJ 08053

609-209-7136 cheryl.vassallo927@gmail.com

Highlights of Qualifications
& School Librarian
& Instructional Technology Specialist
& Knowledge of emerging Web 2.0 applications, library software (Destiny, Sirsi),
Microsoft Office, and G Suite products
& Organized, detail-oriented and able to multi-task
& Excellent customer service and communication skills

Employment and Relevant Experience

School Library Media Specialist Charles W. Lewis M.S., Gloucester Twp., NJ Sept. 2011 Present
Serve over 600 middle school students and staff by maintaining the library through
collection maintenance and development. Information literacy skills and research lessons taught
implementing technology and Web 2.0 applications. Trouble-shooting computer hardware
(Chromebooks) and software issues. Involved with the School Safety Team, Literacy Committee, Morning
Announcement crew, and assisting students after school.

Circulation Assistant Part-time - Cherry Hill Public Library, Cherry Hill, NJ May 2015
Responsible for providing excellent customer service for library patrons, knowledge of Present
Sirsi library management software, good organizational skills, assists patrons with using
the digital library collection, and maintains good relationships with co-workers and patrons.

School Library Media Specialist Winslow Twp. School #6, Sicklerville, NJ Sept. 09
Responsible for teaching & assessing library and technology curriculum to 650 students in June 2011
grades 4-6. Developed inquiry learning lessons along with applying differentiated instruction
for inclusion students. Maintained AV equipment & computer labs. Webmaster
of school website. Solely responsible for Library upkeep and collection development;
trouble-shooting technology issues; library and computer budgets; and assisting teachers with
their educational needs.

Instructional Teachers Assistant Chatsworth Elem. School, Woodland Twp., NJ May June 2009
Assisted students in grades K, 1st, 5th & 6th with class-related work.
Advised and assisted library clerk with weeding and packing LMC for renovation.

Student Intern Countryside Elementary School, Mount Laurel, NJ Sept. Dec. 2008
Rutgers Field Experience Collaborated with teachers on lesson planning,
researched collection development, taught classes using Promethean ActiveBoard,
assisted students, and completed various media center administrative tasks.

Library Aide Volunteer St. Joan of Arc School, Marlton, NJ 2002 2008
Assist librarian with implementing new computer automation software, work
with circulation, collection management, clerical tasks, and assisting students.

Various Substitute Positions Evesham Township School District, Marlton, NJ 2006 2009
& Library Aide and Classroom Aide Substitute
& Substitute Librarian/Teacher at various schools throughout the district
& 1 on 1 Classroom Aide Evans Elementary School, Marlton (May June 2007)
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Library Aide and Librarian Substitute Tabernacle School District, Tabernacle, NJ 2008 2009
Olson Middle School - Assisted with the Scholastic Book Fair, book club, and author visit;
Coached the Battle of the Books participants and taught several teacher-collaborated lessons.

Part-time Bookkeeper Rembrandt Stamping & Embossing, Pennsauken, NJ 1995 2012

Responsible for data entry, AP, AR, and weekly payroll, file tax returns,
produce YTD reports, and bank reconciliation for our family-owned business.

Education & Coursework

St. Josephs University MS - Instructional Technology Specialist Certification 2016 2018

Relevant course work: Technology Planning, Interactive and Emerging Technologies
Instructional Design, Learning Theories, Differentiate Instruction, and a 16-week internship.

Rutgers University SCILS/PDS Associate School Library Media Specialist 2006 2009
Completed online certification of 30 credits including Childrens and Young Adult Literature,
Student Learning & Behavior Management, Developing User-Centered Educational Media

University of Delaware, Newark, DE BA Communication; minor in Spanish 1987 1991

Related Courses: Interpersonal/Organizational Communication, Public Relations

Memberships
New Jersey Association of School Librarians (NJASL)
ALA/AASL
LM_Net Listserv Subscriber
Camden County Association of School Librarians
NJAET NJ Association for Educational Technology

& Library Webpage

www.cwlewis.weebly.com