
Librarian at Yeshiva University
Greater New York City Area

Librarian at Yeshiva University
Greater New York City Area
Work: Substantial proficiency in cutting-edge internet and Web technology. Self-starter and self-motivated. Substantial experience in public service librarianship and database searching in academic libraries. Board-certified school media specialist. Currently position: First librarian at Yeshiva University directly responsible for electronic reserves. Create and maintain collection of over 8,000 reserve documents and 500 course pages for most schools of Yeshiva University, including graduate and Hebrew studies, using SirsiDynix's Docutek system.
Professional service: Advisement/mentoring both library students and new librarians.
Always interested in issues of professional development and sharing of knowledge.
mentoring, union negotiation, communication, technology applications, knowledge management, 401C3 not-for-profit
(Educational Institution; Libraries industry)
September 2004 — Present (4 years 11 months)
Create and maintain electronic reserves database using SirsiDynix technology. Liaise with both faculty and students to facilitate use and promote usage of this new library service.
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Internet industry)
September 1976 — May 1982 (5 years 9 months)
Instructed English as a Second Language to students from grades 7-12. Headed the English Department from 1981-1982.
MSLIS , Library and Information Science , 1993 — 1995
Practicum Ramaz Upper School,NYC. Board Certification School Media Specialist.
professional networking, information literacy, kosher gourmet cooking,reading, classical music, Judaism
ALA, AJL, AJL-NYMA, ACRL, ACRL-NY, Beta Phi Mu/Theta, New York Library Club, Inc., NY Librarians' Meet-Up
Beta Phi Mu membership, MSLIS Graduation from Pratt Institute with honors