{"id":14000,"date":"2025-01-15T07:58:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-15T17:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hawaiipublicschools.org\/?p=14000"},"modified":"2025-10-09T10:21:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T20:21:31","slug":"staff-spotlight-martina-nagasako-lahaina-intermediate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hawaiipublicschools.org\/zh\/staff-spotlight-martina-nagasako-lahaina-intermediate\/","title":{"rendered":"Staff Spotlight: Martina Nagasako (Lahaina Intermediate)"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Lahaina<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Martina Nagasako<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Title:<\/strong> Librarian
Job site:<\/strong> \u62c9\u6d77\u7eb3\u4e2d\u5b66
Years in the HIDOE:<\/strong> 5 years 
Years in the position:<\/strong> 4 years <\/p>\n\n\n\n


Q: Briefly describe your career path.
<\/strong>A:<\/strong> My journey with the Hawai\u02bbi Department of Education began as a substitute teacher in 2020. I found working with students very fulfilling and was inspired to pursue a teaching license in secondary science. I eventually transitioned to a role as a school librarian, where I discovered my true passion. To further enhance my skills and knowledge, I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in library and information science at the University of Hawai\u02bbi at M\u0101noa, with an anticipated graduation date in spring 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Q: What are your primary duties?
<\/strong>A:<\/strong> As a school librarian, my primary duties include: assisting students and staff with information literacy, managing the library collection, providing instruction on library resources and platforms, and collaborating with teachers to integrate library resources into curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Q: Favorite part about the job?
<\/strong>A:<\/strong> My favorite part about my job is the opportunity I have to work with each student that walks onto our campus. I get the opportunity to interact with and build positive relationships with each student.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Q: Most challenging part about your position?
<\/strong>A: <\/strong>That there are never enough hours in the day to accomplish everything I would like to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Q: What advice do you have for people considering this position?
<\/strong>A:<\/strong> For those considering a career in school librarianship, I highly recommend it! I find the profession to be extremely rewarding. As a mother of three children working full time, I have been able to work towards obtaining my library and information science degree. Through the program, I have learned so many essential skills in order to provide students and staff in our community with valuable tools for success in life. I have also discovered my passion for empowering students to become information-literate individuals and fostering a love of reading in our community. I believe school librarians play an important role in shaping the future of our students. By providing access to information and inspiring lifelong learners, we can make a difference in their lives and in the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Q: How does your job support students?
<\/strong>A:<\/strong> I believe my job is a great support to students. I enjoy being able to assist them with navigating all of the information that surrounds them. Through teaching them important information literacy skills, students are better prepared for lifelong success.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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