Russell Buchanan

Russell Buchanan is an experienced educator and library professional currently serving as the Assessment and Compliance Coordinator and Test Proctor at Literacy KC since August 2022. Previously, Russell worked as a Library Media Specialist at Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools from August 2021 to August 2022, where responsibilities included managing library operations and creating educational lessons for elementary students. Prior roles encompass a Journalism Instructor at USD 469, overseeing high school newspaper and yearbook programs and incorporating culturally responsive lessons, and various teaching positions such as an ELA Teacher and ESOL Teacher in public schools. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Iowa and a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education focused on English and Journalism from Kansas State University.