LeAnn Beckwith
Portfolio & CV
About Me
Philosophy
I am a learning and development professional based in Florida with a strong belief that learning is an ongoing journey, not a one-time event. My passion lies in supporting others on that journey by leveraging my diverse background, deep experience, and wide-ranging skill set.
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Throughout my career, I have led initiatives such as developing and managing an online writing lab, serving as a research librarian, designing and redesigning courses and curricula, and planning and facilitating training programs. I bring a multidisciplinary approach to every project, combining creativity with strategic thinking to solve problems and drive results.
My goal in every role is to help others become more competent, purposeful, and ethical in their work and learning. I work effectively both independently and in collaborative team settings, always focused on delivering high-quality outcomes that support continuous learning and growth.
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The Online Writing Lab (OWL)
Tour the OWL
Filling Out the Feedback Request Form
Databases Vs. Open Internet
Professional History
My Qualifications
2025 - Present
Online Writing Center
Coordinator & Adjunct Librarian,
Siena Heights University
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Provide Feedback to Student Writing Assignments​
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Develop and Maintain Vrtual Library of Style Guides
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Develop and Maintain Vrtual Library of Writing Support Materials
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Provide Support to Online Students
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Supervise Tutors
2022 - Present
Freelance Design
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Clients
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Seth Singleton - Author, Content Creator
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Sure Radiance - Medispa
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2021 - Present
Adjunct Faculty & Course Design Consultant,
Siena Heights University
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Information Literacy Instruction
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Course and Module Design for Independent Use and Supporting Material
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Course Design Consultation for Clarity of Instruction Alignment of Objectives, Course Material, and Assessments as well as Course Layout, Ease of Use, and Accessibility
2019 - 2020
Continuing Education Coordinator,
Southewest Florida Library Network
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Researching, Developing, Planning, Managing, and Implementing Training Services
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Researching, Developing, and Updating the Lending Library Collection
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Social Media Marketing and Promotion
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Budgeting
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Grant Writing and Reporting
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Heading the Continuing Education Committee
2017 - 2019
Librarian Supervisor,
Charlotte County
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Hiring, Training Scheduling, and Evaluating Staff
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Supervising Volunteers
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Reporting Monthly to the Regional Librarian and to the Board of the Friends of the Library
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Collection Development
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Computer and Technology Services
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Researching, Developing, Planning, Marketing, Managing, and Implementing Programs
2012 - 2017
Library Director,
City of Hillsdale
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Hiring, Training Scheduling, and Evaluating Staff
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Supervising Volunteers
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Reporting Monthly to the Library Board and City Manager; Annually to the State of Michigan
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Collection Development
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Computer and Technology Services
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Researching, Developing, Planning, Marketing, Managing, and Implementing Programs
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Grant Writing
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Website and Social Media Management
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Cataloging
2010 - 2012
Part-Time Library Clerk, City of Hillsdale
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Circulation and Reference
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Interlibrary Loan
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Computer and Technology Services
2007 - 2012
Part-Time Office Manager,
Olivia's Chop House & Saucy Dog's BBQ
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Office Management
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Graphic Design of Menus and Advertising
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Website and Social Media Management
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Payroll and Deposits
2003 - 2007
Manager,
Tax Pro Filers
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Office Management
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Hiring, Training Scheduling, and Evaluating Staff
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Income Tax Preparation and E-Filing
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Customer Service
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Payroll and Basic Accounting Services
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Accounts Payable
Education
Degrees
2009 - 2011
Master of Library and Information Science
Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan
2007 - 2009
Bachelor of General Studies, Baker College
Flint, Michigan
2005 - 2007
Associate of Accounting, Baker College
Jackson, Michigan
Certifications
Graduate Certificate in E-Learning Design and Technology
Wilmington University
New Castle, Deleware
2020
OLAC Certificate for Online Teaching
Siena Heights University
Adrian, Michigan
2009-2011
Graduate Certificate in Information Management
Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan
2009
IC3 Digital Literacy Certificate
Certiport
Jackson, Michigan
Proficiencies
& Experiences
Technology & Skills
Productivity Suites - Google Productivity, Microsoft Office, Apache OpenOffice, and Zoho Office
Web Page and Social Media Management
Technology Troubleshooting - Desktops, Laptops, Tablets, eReaders, and Smartphones
Databases - Academic OneFile, Ancestry, Britannica School, Business Insights, BusinessDecision, Chiltons, DemographicsNow, Eric, Gale Virtual Reference Library, GCFLearnFree.org, General OneFile, LearningExpress Library, MelCat, Michigan Authors and Illustrators, Novelist K-8 Plus, OCLC Worldcat, OneClick Digital, Hoopla, OverDrive, Libby, and RBdigital
Integrated Library Systems - TLC, Auto-Graphics AGent Verso, Innovative Interfaces Millennium, and Follett Circ Plus
Content Management Systems - Frog Productions, Umbraco, WordPress, Weebly, and Wix
Content Authoring Tools - Pictory, Prezi, Canva, EdApp, PowToon, Microsoft Publisher and Microsoft PowerPoint
Learning Management Systems - ALA Editions eLearning, Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle Google Classroom, and edX
Graphic Design Tools – Canva, Adobe Express, and Microsoft PowerPoint
Web Conferencing Tools - Adobe Connect, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Google Meet
Instructional Design - eLearning, Adult Learning Theory, Understanding by Design, ADDIE, Universal Design for Learning, Accessibility, Assessment, Evaluation, Analysis, Learning Outcomes & Objectives, Educational Technology Evaluation & Implementation, and Curriculum Development
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Hobbies & Interests
Personally oversee the layout, design, and editing of the Friends of the Punta Gorda Charlotte Library's newsletter, the Bookmark, as a volunteer editor.
Provide Pro Bono website design, social media design, and editorial support for the author A.R. Farina.
Copy Editor for Loss of a Lifetime by Lynn Shattuck & Alyson Shelton.
Documents
Sample of documents used in the project-based curriculum for Wilmington University's Graduate Certificate in E-Learning Design and Technology program.