Resourceful agricultural management professional with a proven track record in enhancing productivity and ensuring efficient task execution. Specializes in crop rotation planning, plant care, and sustainable farming practices, leveraging strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Demonstrates adaptability to maintain operational excellence across diverse conditions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Farmer
Watkins Grove Farm
Charlotte, North Carolina
03.2021 - Current
Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with clients.
Organized plant stocks for optimal growth and transported to displays when ready for customer sales.
Recorded information such as production costs, yields, grades, moisture content, and other data related to crop production.
Planned harvest and planting schedules.
Monitored growth of crops and weeds.
Harvested crops at the optimum time for maximum yield and quality.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Managed household errands and other essential duties.
Monitored crop growth and health, implementing interventions as needed.
Beginning Teacher Support (BTS) Coordinator
Union County Public Schools
Monroe, NC
07.2018 - 09.2024
Executed programs targeting professional advancement for teaching staff.
Implemented strategies to support professional advancement within educational staff.
Organized interactive workshops focused on improving familiarity with the North Carolina Effective Educator System.
Director of Professional Learning
Gaston County Schools
Gastonia, NC
07.2015 - 08.2018
Designed, executed, and sustained professional and leadership development programs aligned with district standards.
Oversaw and coordinated comprehensive professional development programs for candidates.
Fostered growth among novice teachers while ensuring compliance with local and state programs.
Managed adequate human resources for successful program execution.
Region 6 - Professional Development Lead
NC Department of Public Instruction
Southwest Region
04.2012 - 07.2015
Spearheaded efforts to provide resources, training opportunities, and strategic support for educators within North Carolina's education sector.
Delivered impactful professional development programs tailored to educators' needs.
Conducted dynamic and effective training programs.
Collaborated with educators and district leaders for improvement plans.
Education
Doctorate of Education - Educational Leadership
Gardner-Webb University
Masters of Education - Administration & Supervision
Winthrop University
Masters of Education - Literacy
Winthrop University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Appalachian State University
Skills
Crop planning
Harvesting
Analytical Thinker
National Board-Certified Teacher
Certified Life Coach
Certified Lean Six Sigma Professional
Dependable
Mentor
Engaged Listener
Professional Trainer
Strategic Leader
Skilled Verbal Communicator
Advocate
Timeline
Farmer
Watkins Grove Farm
03.2021 - Current
Beginning Teacher Support (BTS) Coordinator
Union County Public Schools
07.2018 - 09.2024
Director of Professional Learning
Gaston County Schools
07.2015 - 08.2018
Region 6 - Professional Development Lead
NC Department of Public Instruction
04.2012 - 07.2015
Doctorate of Education - Educational Leadership
Gardner-Webb University
Masters of Education - Administration & Supervision