Tara Higginbotham
Port Orange
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Shipt, excelling in customer satisfaction and food safety awareness. Skilled in efficient multitasking and creative teaching strategies, I foster strong relationships and enhance team collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement, I leverage organizational skills to achieve exceptional results in diverse environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipt Shopper
Shipt
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Ensured safe transportation of perishable items by properly storing them during transit, resulting in decreased spoilage and increased customer satisfaction.
- Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently fulfilling and delivering grocery orders on time.
- Managed challenging situations calmly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain strong customer relations.
Preschool Teacher
Cadence Academy
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
Piano Teacher
Self Employed
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Boosted student confidence in their abilities through consistent positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Introduced students to appropriate hand positioning, finger transitions and pedal use.
- Developed lesson plans, selected course materials and prepared assignments.
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating innovative teaching methods and individualized lesson plans.
Mary Kay Consultant
Mary Kay Inc.
09.2010 - 06.2013
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized consultations and tailored product recommendations.
- Enhanced client relationships through consistent follow-up and attentive communication, resulting in repeat business.
- Organized and hosted engaging product parties, showcasing the latest Mary Kay products to potential customers.
- Stayed current on industry trends, updating product knowledge regularly to better serve clients'' needs.
MOPS Director
Stithton Baptist Church
01.2010 - 05.2010
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Marie Dettyy Youth and Family Services
08.2003 - 09.2004
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
- Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, interactive word games, and letter recognition activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with school policies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
Education
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Cameron University
Lawton05-1996
Skills
- Efficient multitasking
- Strong organization
- Food safety awareness
- Special needs support
- Creative teaching strategies
- Curriculum development
- Organizational skills
- Musician
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Safety risk assessment
Timeline
Shipt Shopper
Shipt
03.2018 - 12.2018
Preschool Teacher
Cadence Academy
08.2016 - 04.2017
Piano Teacher
Self Employed
02.2014 - 06.2016
Mary Kay Consultant
Mary Kay Inc.
09.2010 - 06.2013
MOPS Director
Stithton Baptist Church
01.2010 - 05.2010
Lead Toddler Teacher
Marie Dettyy Youth and Family Services
08.2003 - 09.2004
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Cameron University
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