Aimee Petit
Tacoma,WA
Summary
I am a passionate and energetic teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Keeping classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning is important to me. I do so through intrinsically motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcing of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observations. I am diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term SPED Resource Teacher
Clover Park School District
10.2023 - Current
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement based on their IEP goals and accommodations.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options, as well as creating an environment based on building genuine relationships with students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Teacher
College Hill Preschool
09.2022 - 05.2023
- As a Special Education Preschool teacher I had the opportunity to work with a range of students of differing needs.
- I led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- I coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- I fostered an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected regardless of their abilities or differences.
- I developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior and maintain a positive learning environment, resulting in decreased classroom disruptions.
Server
Glory Days Grill
06.2020 - 10.2022
- As a server at Glory Days, I consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
- I performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- I handled cash and credit transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- I implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
Airbrush Tech
Mandalay Mist & Bronzing Spa
02.2019 - 07.2021
- I offered creative solutions for unique design requests using my experienced knowledge.
- I achieved consistent repeat business through excellent customer service skills that fostered long-lasting relationships with clients who valued quality workmanship over price considerations alone.
- Included making sales, taking credit and cash transactions, using specialized computer software, working one on one with clients, and more.
- I managed scheduling and invoicing for clients, ensuring accurate record-keeping while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- I maintained equipment in optimal condition by performing regular maintenance, cleaning, and calibration checks.
- I trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
Server
Longhorn Steakhouse
01.2020 - 04.2020
- As a server at Longhorn, I consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
- I performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- I handled cash and credit transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- I implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
Education
Elementary Education - K-6 Elementary Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01.2022
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Hillsborough Community College
Brandon, FL01.2020
High School Diploma -
Riverview High School
Riverview, FL05.2019
Skills
- K-6 Elementary Education Teaching Certification
- Special Education Experience
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Student-Centered Learning
- Child Development
- Audio-Visual Aids
- Feedback Implementation
- Classroom Instruction
References
Professional Reference & Current Supervisor:
- Eugenia Wimberly: Elementary School Principal
- Email: ewimberl@cloverpark.k12.wa.us
- Phone: (253)-583-5200 x5202
Professional Reference & Previous Supervisor:
- Katie Hagenmaier - SPED Preschool Principal
- Email: katieha@usd383.org
- Phone: (785) 293-2356
Educational Reference & College Professor:
- Dr. Randi Latzke: Associate Professor of Instruction
- Email: rlatzke@usf.edu
- Phone: (727) 542-2836
Personal/Life-Long Reference:
- Marci Rowe: Gifted Teacher
- Email: marci.rowe@hcps.net
- Phone: (813) 363-4070
Timeline
Long-Term SPED Resource Teacher
Clover Park School District
10.2023 - Current
Teacher
College Hill Preschool
09.2022 - 05.2023
Server
Glory Days Grill
06.2020 - 10.2022
Server
Longhorn Steakhouse
01.2020 - 04.2020
Airbrush Tech
Mandalay Mist & Bronzing Spa
02.2019 - 07.2021
Elementary Education - K-6 Elementary Education
University of South Florida
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Hillsborough Community College
High School Diploma -
Riverview High School