Aimee Ferguson
Pearisburg,VA
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Margaret Beeks Elementary
07.2021 - Current
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Technical Support
North American Veterinary Community
06.2021 - 06.2021
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues remotely via chat, as well as in person.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly, and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked with a team to create help documents for common questions.
Elementary School Teacher
Sadie T. Tillis Elementary School
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Developed innovative and diverse methods for teaching children using technology in a virtual setting.
- Received "Highly Effective" rating during the 2018-19 school year. (Was not rated after due to pandemic)
Substitute Teacher
Alachua County School District
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
EDEP Activity Leader
Norton Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Ran drama club of over 30 students, with performances twice a year.
- Ran leadership club in order to teach students how to be school role models.
- Ran STEAM club that focused on hands-on activities to develop student interest.
- Created an assortment of fun, educational, hands-on activities for students.
Au Pair
Violaine Mansard
09.2011 - 07.2013
- Developed bilingual abilities in English through immersive conversation and activities.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Sales Lead
Best Buy
07.2008 - 06.2010
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Monitored sales team performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and gift card activations.
Customer Service Representative
Circuit City
10.2006 - 02.2008
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Assisted customers with setting appointments, special order requests, and arranging merchandise pick-up.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices and upcoming company changes.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
University Of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL04.2017
Skills
- Remote Work Experience
- Activity Planning
- Interactive Learning
- Google Classroom
- Differentiated Instruction
- Virginia Teaching Certification
Certification
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education K-6
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education K-6
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Margaret Beeks Elementary
07.2021 - Current
Technical Support
North American Veterinary Community
06.2021 - 06.2021
Elementary School Teacher
Sadie T. Tillis Elementary School
07.2018 - 03.2021
Substitute Teacher
Alachua County School District
08.2017 - 06.2018
EDEP Activity Leader
Norton Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2018
Au Pair
Violaine Mansard
09.2011 - 07.2013
Sales Lead
Best Buy
07.2008 - 06.2010
Customer Service Representative
Circuit City
10.2006 - 02.2008
Master of Education - Elementary Education
University Of Florida
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Santa Fe College