Arlette Abance
Licensed Librarian; Licensed Professional Teacher
Benguet
Summary
Experienced librarian and licensed teacher with expertise in library management, literacy programs, and student engagement. Skilled in organizing events, managing collections, and using technology to enhance learning experiences. Passionate about fostering inclusive, welcoming library spaces.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Librarian
Singapore School Manila Green Campus
Silang, Cavite
06.2025 - Current
- Curated diverse collection of resources to enhance student research and learning experiences.
- Assisted students in locating relevant materials, promoting effective research strategies.
- Developed engaging library programs to foster a love for reading among students.
- Implemented digital cataloging systems to streamline resource accessibility and management.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate library resources into classroom curriculum.
- Maintained library environment, ensuring resources were organized and accessible for all users.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students seeking help with research projects or locating specific materials.
- Cultivated a welcoming learning environment by maintaining an organized, clean, and visually appealing space.
- Conducted regular assessments of library holdings to identify gaps in the collection and prioritize acquisitions accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of library materials, including circulation statistics and inventory data, for regular reporting to school administrators.
- Increased library usage by promoting reading programs and hosting engaging events for students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop interdisciplinary projects that fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- 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 and fetched items for patrons.
School Librarian
Home-Oriented Prime Education Christian Academy
La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines
08.2024 - Current
- Fostered positive relationships with patrons from diverse backgrounds ensuring equal access to all information resources.
- Supported community engagement through the facilitation of various library programs and events.
- Enhanced patron satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and friendly research assistance.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the library field.
- Aided librarians in collection development activities, using knowledge of patron needs to recommend relevant additions.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.
- Maintained a welcoming environment for patrons by keeping the library clean, organized, and wellstocked.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
Education
Bachelor of Library And Information Science -
Benguet State University-Main
La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines06-2024
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Shelving and organization
- Multitasking
- Active listening
- Professionalism
- Positive attitude toward library users and special needs
- Highly organized and efficient
- Collection management
- Cataloging and shelving
- Proven leadership skills
- Circulation desk
- Library services
- Shelf reading
- Children's programs
Accomplishments
- Professional Development: Attended "The Art and Science of Collection Development: Strategies for Building Relevant Collections" hosted by DOST-STII in partnership with PLAI-NCLC on August 20, 2024. This seminar provides a deep understanding of the processes and strategies involved in developing and maintaining a library or archive collection that meets the needs of its users.
- Professional Development: Attended the "Reimagining Library Spaces: Designing for Collaboration and Innovation" hybrid seminar hosted by DOST-STII in partnership with PLAI-NCRLC on October 22, 2024, gaining insights into designing library spaces that make them more relevant to contemporary needs and foster creativity and collaboration among users.
- Professional Development: Attended the "Designing Gender Sensitivity Workshops" hosted by DOST-STII from November 5 to 15, 2024, gaining insights on how to design and facilitate workshops that promote gender awareness and sensitivity.
- Professional Development: Attended the "AV Archiving Essentials: Kickstarting Your AV Archiving Journey" hosted by DOST-STII from November 5 to 15, 2024, equipping participants with practical knowledge and skills to begin their journey in AV archiving, from understanding different formats and preservation methods to managing metadata and ensuring the long-term accessibility of valuable AV materials.
Affiliations
- Member of Philippine Librarians Association, Inc.- Cordillera Administrative Region
Certification
- Certificate of completion for satisfactorily completing 210 hours of Librarian Internship at Benguet State University- Main Library from August 2023 to December 2023
- Certificate of completion for satisfactorily completing 10 weeks of Librarian Internship at University of teh Philippines- Baguio Library from February 2024 to April 2024
Additional Information
- Licensed Librarian, 2024
- Licensed Professional Teacher, 2025
Timeline
School Librarian
Singapore School Manila Green Campus
06.2025 - Current
School Librarian
Home-Oriented Prime Education Christian Academy
08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Library And Information Science -
Benguet State University-Main