Zahraa Hasan
Hamad town, Bahrain
Summary
Experienced librarian with over 11 years in diverse educational environments, including three years as a school librarian and eight years in a university setting. Committed to fostering a culture of literacy and enhancing student learning through effective library management and resource utilization. Skilled in teaching research techniques and collaborating with educators to align library resources with curriculum needs. Adept at developing practical solutions to library challenges and enhancing user experiences. Seeking to leverage leadership skills and expertise in the Head Librarian position at St. Christopher’s Senior School to support student success and community engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Arabic Librarian
St Christopher's Senior School
Madinat `Isa, Southern Governorate
2023.09 - Current
- Library Management: Proficient in organizing, categorizing, and effectively managing library resources to enhance user accessibility, having modified and reviewed 100% of the books during tenure here.
- Information Literacy: Skilled in teaching research techniques and guiding users in navigating databases and library systems to support academic and informational needs.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, facilitating effective interaction with students, staff, and faculty.
- Team Collaboration: Excellent team player with a proven ability to foster positive relationships and collaborate effectively with library staff and educators.
- Organized and Categorized Resources: Streamlined library resources to improve accessibility and enhance user engagement.
- Research Instruction: Taught effective research techniques, guiding students in navigating library systems.
- Curriculum Collaboration: Worked with educators to align library resources with curriculum objectives to enrich student learning.
- Problem Solving: Developed practical solutions to library challenges, enhancing overall user experience through adept assessment of challenges.
- Time Management: Capable of prioritizing tasks and managing multiple projects efficiently in a fast-paced work setting.
Administrator ¨librarian¨
Applied Science University
Eker , Bahrain
2015.08 - 2023.07
- Managed classification and shelving of library resources.
- Researched and recommended materials to enhance learning experiences.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized systems from 27000 book to reach 35000 book in system.
- Handled inter-library loans for smooth borrowing.
- Organized outreach events for community engagement.
- Enforced library rules to maintain quiet study environment.
- Tracked missing periodicals for effective resource management.
Education
High National Diploma - Accounting
Bahrain Training Institute
Isa town, Bahrain 2013.09 - 2015.07
Skills
- Library management
- Information literacy
- Communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Community engagement
- User engagement
- Technology integration
- Curriculum support
Timeline
Arabic Librarian
St Christopher's Senior School
2023.09 - Current
Administrator ¨librarian¨
Applied Science University
2015.08 - 2023.07
High National Diploma - Accounting
Bahrain Training Institute
2013.09 - 2015.07