Elizabeth M.

Sievers
1011 S. Naperville Rd.
Wheaton, IL 60189
Phone: (630)260-6883
(c) (630)508-9843
libbysievers15@gmail.com
www.elizabethsievers.weebly.com

Objective To obtain a Library Learning Center Director Position

Experience Present Wheaton-Warrenville CUSD200 Wheaton, IL
Library Learning Center Director 2016-2017
Planning and implementing lessons for research and library skills for grades K-5. In
addition, I was responsible for assisting with state and local testing, scheduling(LLC,
Computer lab, Chrome books, iPads), ordering books, inputing book into the database,
processing books, material check-in, inventory, school-wide reading incentive program.
Recruit, train, and organize library volunteers
Co-ordinated twice yearly book fairs. Ordered books, decorated library, handles sales for
staff, students, and family night. Generated financial report and managed banking
Met with classrooms teachers to develop lessons that are aligned to Common Core
Standards.
Collaborates with the other teachers to use electronic resources and integrate technology.
Maintained an accurate catalog to facilitate access to library resources.
Worked collaboratively with classroom teachers to assist students in using databases to
research information for presentation.
Promoted reading for enjoyment and personal growth.
Cooperated with the public library to give students an opportunity to do STEM after school
programs in the school library.
Substitute Teacher
Long-term Library Learning Center Director substitute included planning and
implementing lessons for research and library skills for grades K-5. In addition, I was
responsible for assisting with state and local testing, scheduling(LLC, Computer lab,
Chrome books, iPads), ordering books, inputing book into the database, processing books,
material check-in, inventory, school-wide reading incentive program, collaborating with
teachers, assisting with technology, and attending staff meetings.
Permanent substitute teacher reported every day to work as a teacher in any position when
needed, helped level books for the reading specialist, provided reading and math
intervention, assisted the LLC Director with cataloging and processing of materials.
Long-term First Grade substitute included Heggertys Phonemic Awareness, guided reading
groups, and Daily Five activities. Also, an emphasis on Words Their Way activities,
Everyday Math instruction and general activities for social studies, and science.
Long-term Elementary Art substitute included instruction of art curriculum for students
grades one through five based on collaboration with art staff.
Other non-core teaching experiences included numerous assignments in Music, Physical
Education, Art, and Library Learning Center.
Worked in various educational environments including K-5, ELL and Special Education.
Responsibilities included implementing classroom curriculum, maintaining classroom
behavior systems, attending to individual needs as well as needs of diverse student
populations.
General Teaching in the following areas
 Grade K-5 teaching
Bi-Lingual K-3
Resource special education
Self-contained special education

January- March 2012 Wheaton-Warrenville CUSD200 Wheaton, IL

MARS After School Tutor
Provided small group instruction for students needing extra support in reading based on
their needs as ESL students.

October 1997-June 1998 Wheaton-Warrenville CUSD 200 Wheaton, IL

Reading Aide
First Grade, Title I, small group instruction

February 1997-October 1997 Naperville CUSD 203 Naperville, IL

Teaching Assistant
Taught students with special needs in cooperation with Special Education staff. The
instruction consisted of full inclusion as well as work with small groups.
Implemented lesson plans, provided academic supports, and collected assessment data.
This work was specifically designed to accomplish student IEP goals.
Implemented behavior plans created by the classroom and resource teachers.

1996-1997 Glen Ellyn CCSD 89 Glen Ellyn, IL

Substitute Teacher
Taught grades K-5
Taught Art
1996-1997 Indian Prairie CUSD 204 Naperville, IL
Substitute Teacher
Taught grades K-5
Taught Art
Taught Physical Education
1995-1996 Professional Development School at Illinois State University Normal, IL
Student Teacher
Taught second grade.
Regular classroom teacher responsibilities included collaboration with a bi-lingual classroom.
Shared experiences included projects in the areas of math, and reading.
Taught science, math, writing, reading, and social studies.
Participated as a member of the Longfellow Building Council and the Longfellow Cultural
Awareness Committee.
Participated in Longfellow staff meetings, in-service activities, and parent- teacher conferences.
Clinical Experiences at Wheeling CCSD 21
Taught second grade, Longfellow Elementary School
Taught third grade, Twain Elementary School
Taught fourth grade, Longfellow Elementary School
Summers 1993-96 Naperville CUSD 203 Naperville, IL
Special Education Classroom Assistant
Education 2015-2016 Illinois State University Normal, IL
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in School Librarianship Program
1993-1996 Illinois State University Normal, IL
B.S., Education-Magna Cum Laude, Major Elementary Education
Certification: Illinois Type 03
Endorsements: Language Arts, Social Studies
1992-1993 University of Iowa Iowa City, IA

Volunteer Circle K International

Partners in Reading Normal Public Library
Wheaton Community Relations Commission Award Ceremonies
Johnson Elementary School Fun Fair
Longfellow Elementary Fun Fair
Sandburg Elementary Fine Arts Night