Sara A.

Butts
1709 Ridgewood Dr. | Augusta, KS 67010 | (316) 244-2284 | mrsbutts2009@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Master of Library Science, August 2016
Emporia State University, Emporia, KS
Bachelor of Arts in Education (Language Arts 6-12), May 2013
Wichita State University, Wichita, KS
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Information Services Research Assistant
Wichita State University Libraries, 2015-2016
Teach patrons about intellectual property concepts and provide search training
Evaluate the government documents collection and make collection decisions
Promote Patent and Trademark Resource Center and Federal Depository Library through
outreach, training, classes, and programs
Participate in professional development opportunities to provide quality service to patrons
Teach and supervise student employee who assists with government document collection
Instructor & Instruction and Research Support Services
Wichita State University Libraries, 2015
Offered reference services in person, on the phone, and through an online chat service
Utilized a variety of databases and search engines to conduct research as requested
Provided 24 information and digital literacy instruction in course-related sessions and
workshops and embedded librarianship as temporary liaison for assigned departments
Contributed to efforts to revise the assessment of information literacy
Learned and reviewed emerging instructional technology and shared with colleagues
Designed learning objects for library instruction sessions and workshops
Compiled wish lists of award-winning science fiction and fantasy titles for the juvenile
collection and leisure reading titles for the adult collection in selection-related projects
Represented University Libraries through outreach efforts at student welcome festival and
hosting the Writing Now, Reading Now event at the library
Courses Taught
LASI 170: Introduction to Library Research
Co-taught eight week course, one credit hour, online
Substitute Teacher
Wichita Public Schools, 2014-2015
Accepted frequent requests to return to elementary, middle, and high schools

Taught a variety of subjects including English language arts, math, social studies, English as
a second language, special education (interrelated), science, technology, vocal music, and art
to a diverse population students, grades Pre-Kindergarten-12

English Teacher, Ninth Grade

Mulvane High School, 2013 2014
Developed lesson plans, worksheets, and exams to allow for student learning and assessment
Centered the study of literary devices around classic literature such as Shakespeares Romeo
and Juliet, Homers The Odyssey, and Steinbecks Of Mice and Men
Instructed students in the use of library resources for research purposes
Initiated the first year of Writers Club
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, Wichita Heights High School, 2013
Facilitated four sections of English, grades 10-11, including two sections of Honors; one
section of Seminar, grade 11; and one section of Advisory, grade 11
Developed and taught a three week unit on John Steinbecks Of Mice and Men; a three week
unit on James Baldwins Sonnys Blues; a two week unit on resume construction; and a
three week unit on researching a given author and writing a short essay according to the
MLA citation style
Kids Church Teacher, Real Life Christian Church, 2013
Designed and implemented lessons with activities on the basic concepts of the Bible,
appropriate for ages 5-12, approximately twice a month, in groups of 5-15
Volunteer Language Arts Tutor, Success in the Middle, 2012
Assisted middle school students individually with make-up assignments in language arts
Language Arts Tutor, Pleasant Valley Middle School, 2010 2011
Initiated reading conferences and readers advisory with designated at-risk students
Instructed students in the use of educational technology to create learning objects
Supervised school events such as assemblies, athletic games, and end-of-year activities
Administered AimsWeb Tests as directed to evaluate reading accuracy and fluency
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Security Officer, Guardsmark, 2008-2010, 2011-2013
Site Locations: Farmland Foods, Bank of America, T-Mobile Call Center, Holly Frontier Oil Refinery

Responded to medical emergencies as a first responder, utilizing first aid and CPR training
Cooperated with emergency personnel to resolve emergency situations
Protected persons and property through observation of my surroundings; reporting of
incidents and safety hazards; monitoring security cameras and access control software; and
conducting foot patrols of the building to ensure that access points were secure

HONORS AND AWARDS

Cum Laude Graduate, 2013
Sigma Tau Delta English Honorary Society, 2010 2013
KSDE Teacher of Promise Award Honorable Mention, 2012
Deans List, 2011 2012
SERVICE
Professional Memberships
American Library Association (inducted 2015)
New Member Round Table (inducted 2015)
Association of College and Research Libraries (inducted 2015)
Young Adult Library Services Association (2015-2016)
Wichita Area Library Association (inducted 2015)
Newsletter Editor (October 2015-present)
Student Chapter of the American Library Association (2014-present)
Kansas Association of Teachers of English (2012-2013)
Committees
Integration of Course Reserves into Blackboard Planning Committee (Wichita State University)
Invited Presenter
New Teacher Panel. Invited by Dr. Katherine Mason, Wichita State University. (April 2014)
Professional Development
Kraemer Copyright Conference. Libraries and Copyright: Past, Present, and Future. Hosted
by the Kraemer Family Library at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. (June 2016)
Depository Library Council Virtual Meeting. Presented by the Federal Depository Library
Program. (April 2016)
38th Annual Patent and Trademark Resource Center Seminar. Hosted by the U.S. Patent and
Trademark Office in Alexandria, VA. (March 2016)
Drafting a Provisional Patent: When and How. Presented by Nan Myers with Wichita State
University. (February 2016)
Trademark Basics. Presented by Craig Morris with USPTO. (September 2015)
Using ACRLs New Framework for Information Literacy to Explore Teaching Strategies for
Intergovernmental Information. Presented by the Association of College and Research
Libraries (ACRL) and Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries. (June 2015)
Protect Your Patent. Presented by the Wichita State University Patent and Trademark
Resource Center and USPTO. (May 2015)
Weve Got Diverse Books: New Multicultural Titles for Children and Teens. Presented by
Booklist Webinars with Annick Press, Lee & Low Books, Lorimer, and Second Story Press.
(May 2015)
Minimizing Corporate Copyright: A Look at Wells Fargos Strategy. Presented by the
Copyright Clearance Center. (April 2015)

Semi-Annual Business Meeting. Presented by South Central Kansas Library System

(SCKLS). (April 2015)
Taking Your Leadership to the Next Level: Increasing Energy and Engagement. Presented by
South Central Kansas Library System (SCKLS). (April 2015)
Creating Sustainable Workshop Series on Your Campus. Presented by the Association of
College and Research Libraries-University Libraries Section (ACRL-ULS) Executive and
Membership Committees. (April 2015)
Mini Town Hall Innovation Discussion: Ethics. Presented by President John Bardo and
Provost and Senior Vice President Tony Vizzini of Wichita State University. (April 2015)
The Road to 2020: Envisioning Higher Education and the Library Environment for a Shifting
Future. Presented by the Blended Librarians Online Learning Community. (April 2015)
Mini Town Hall Innovation Discussion: Innovation in Teaching. Presented by President John
Bardo and Provost and Senior Vice President Tony Vizzini of Wichita State University.
(March 2015)
Faculty Dialogue: Innovative Teaching of Challenging Topics. Presented by The Tilford
Commission on Diversity. (March 2015)
Technology Training Day. Presented by the South Central Kansas Library System. (March
2015)
We Belong Here: Immigrant Access to Government and Community. Presented by Hartford
Public Library Initiative. (March 2015)
Genealogy Research at the Library: How to Get the Most out of Library Resources.
Presented by Rebecca Vnuk. (March 2015)
Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education. Presented by ACRL. (March
2015)
EndNote Training. Class presented by Donna Kirking of Thomson Reuters. (Feb. 2015)
Teaching with Technology. Presented by Scott Jaschik and Carl Straumsheim of Inside
Higher Ed. (Feb. 2015)
Kagan Cooperative Learning Training. Presented by Rachel Treaster, Kagan Trainer. (Fall
2013-Spring 2014)
Common Core Training. Presented by Patricia Trooien. (Aug. 2013)
Lions Quest Training. Presented by DeAnne Heersche. (Aug. 2013)
Kansas Association of Teachers of English Conference. (Oct. 2012)
Fundamental Learning Center Dyslexia Conference. Presented by Dr. Reid Lyon and Diane
Lyon. (Oct. 2011)

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS

Proficient with Microsoft Windows and iOS operating systems

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Office 365, Google Drive, and Adobe Reader (some
experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro)
Proficient with presentation tools such as SMART board, PowerPoint, and Prezi
Proficient with research databases such as EBSCOhost, Lexis-Nexis, ProQuest, et al

Proficient with SpringShares LibGuides for creating and managing instructional library
guides and LibCal for scheduling appointments
Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Google Calendar, and LibCal for managing schedules
Proficient with emerging technologies (Google Apps, blogs, wikis) and social networking
sites (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube) to provide reference, instruction, and outreach
Proficient with survey tools SurveyMonkey and Google Forms
Proficient with Camtasia, Jing, Snipping Tool, and screen capture
Experience with Canvas and Blackboard learning management systems, embedding library
resources for students and faculty in Blackboard, and making course reserves available on
Blackboard (unofficially in beta)
Experience with conferencing tools (BlackBoard Collaborate, GoToMeeting, Skype, Canvas
Conferences, Adobe Connect, and Zoom)
Experience with bibliographic management tools such as EndNote, Zotero, and RefMe
Experience with circulation, media scheduling, and web voyage modules of the Voyager ILS
Experience with reviewing technology tools for an audience of colleagues and peers

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Strong written communication skills in a variety of contexts with attention to detail

Comfortable speaking in front of groups of varying sizes and with individuals
Experience with reporting library instruction statistics in accordance with University
Libraries instruction policies, ACRL information literacy standards, and the learning
outcomes of the instructor