Melissa West

I began as the librarian for LMS in 2018. I have been told that my enthusiasm for books and research databases is infectious. I aim to provide a school library program that is an integral part of the school community.

I was inspired to pursue a career as a librarian by my Peace Corps service in Azerbaijan, where my secondary project was working with youth at a local regional library. I received my MLS from Texas Woman’s University in 2014, and moved to Maine in September 2015 to be a public librarian.

Before I became a professional librarian I taught English as a Second language for more than eight years. I have worked with adult learners at community centers, children in rural classrooms and adolescents at summer enrichment programs.