EVAN MATHER

Creative and collaborative teen librarian

(847) 687-1244
evan.mather26@gmail.com
http://evanmather.weebly.com

Experience
TEEN ADVISOR, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL JUL. 2013-PRESENT
Develop, promote, and implement diverse teen programs with focus on literacy and STEAM topics in
numerous venues, including digital creation labs and a monthly creative writing club,
Provide reference and instruction services at library service points
Build and strengthen partnerships with community schools and organizations to develop programs
and services to meet teens educational and social needs
Develop and deliver self-directed library services (drop-in DIY kits, social media contests, book
displays)
Collaborate on teams and task forces to design, promote, and implement library-wide initiatives and
programs
Assist in training and mentoring staff, interns, and volunteers
ADULT SERVICES SPECIALIST, WHITE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARY
CREST HILL, IL OCT. 2011-AUG. 2013
Provide reference, readers advisory, and technology assistance to library patrons
Develop, promote, and implement informational and recreational library programs for adults and
families
Promoted library materials and services through creation of graphics and displays, and use of social
media channels
LIBRARY ASSISTANT, GRAYSLAKE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
GRAYSLAKE, IL AUG. 2008-JUNE 2011
Provide reference, readers advisory, and technology assistance to students and staff
Develop, promote, and implement library programs to meet student educational and social needs
Recruit and manage large group of student volunteers
Maintain catalog and circulation information for collection of over 20,000 materials
Facilitate film screenings, discussions, and field trips for Ticket Stubs extracurricular film club

Education
DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY; RIVER FOREST, IL
Masters in Library and Information Science, August 2015 (Expected)
Bachelors of Arts in American Studies, May 2013, Summa Cum Laude

Technology Skills
21st Century Maker Tools (3D printing, Arduino, MaKEYMaKEY); Apple Creative Apps (iMovie,
GarageBand); Microsoft Office Suite; Online Learning Tools (GALE, EBSCO, Treehouse, Lynda);
Website Management Tools (Drupal, WordPress, Weebly)
References available upon request