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Amanda Johnson
Education Advisor
Houston,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress. The ability to foster a positive learning environment anywhere for children and adults and bring awareness to the passion for educating and facilitating.
I'm seeking a professional education career, to finish what was started two years ago, within a growing school district (H.I.S.D), that offers opportunity for advancement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
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Work History
CTE Internet/Networking & Career Prep Educator
(H.I.S.D), Houston Independent School District
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Scheduled regular teacher/parent conferences when needed to discuss development of students, which increased parent support.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Composed course syllabus to clearly outline curriculum, expectations and deadlines at beginning of CTE/Internet Networking course.
- Created clear, engaging lessons to draw interest and develop students' familiarity with program Microsoft Programs
- Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.
- Explained human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations to students
- Partnered with local departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide student candidates recommendations.
- Taught resume making
- Pre-screened resumes prior to students sending to hiring mangers for consideration.
- Generated reports to monitor students employment and training, then submit to district each grading period
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Project Specialist
R & J Investments
11.2017 - 06.2021
- Conducted introductory in-home or in store meetings to further qualify and scope project, start designs and product selection for remodeling project.
- Negotiated and finalized all remodeling contracts with customers Facilitated expectations of what to expect during remodeling project to potential customers and answered any questions/concerns related to projects
- Developed project plans & scopes with affiliated contractors, assessed and measured the site and finalized customer selected products, using customer facing materials in their home Renovated internal spaces using elements like lighting, painting, fittings, fixtures, furnishings, accessories.
- Managed over 25 calls a day & 3-5 onsite remodeling projects in progress daily
- Increased company sales by 10% daily by negotiating residential properties, public buildings, offices & industrial premises
- Coordinated team of specialists to develop customer project proposals complete with designs, products combined with installation estimates (if desired)
- Managed all remodeling projects onsite and off with initial visit, ensuring right products were delivered, then mid-point inspection followed by final walk through to ensure all components of project was executed to customer complete satisfaction.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays
- Handled scheduling of subcontractors and staff to complete projects within required timeframes
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems
Substitute Teacher
(F.B.I.S.D),FORTBEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2012 - 03.2020
- Performed the instructional and classroom management processes for the teachers who were absent for a day or longer periods of time.
- Managed classrooms of up to 30 students
- Established respect and on confidentiality of student and personnel information Maintain discipline and classroom control, that fosters a safe and positive leaning environment for all students staff in accordance with the school and county polices.
- Implemented lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time in a manner, which organizes and motivates students to learn and participate.
Financial Analyst
Shipcom Wireless
11.2015 - 10.2017
- Assisted with Audits for VA expense reports through Concur Expense for United States Reviewed, approved and processed weekly expense reports Used SAP and Concur to research status of employee's reimbursements, or lack thereof Communicated with HR on termed employees owing Corporate Card Balances Processed manual check request for termed employee's final expense reports Used Excel to audit American Express statements and send out past due notifications Facilitator of onboarding for new employees to submit weekly work hours & reimbursements Saved employer over 250 man hours of instruction by creating & teaching Step-By-Step Procedures on utilizing Concur at company: How to check within Concur for outstanding reports not paid, Processing Manual Reports, review Check Requests also facilitated how to process, mail and file within Concur System and responsible for deactivating termed employee corporate cards
- Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to identify trends and create revenue, profitability and expense forecasts
- Handled internal and external inquiries and complaints submitted by accounts payable clerk, finance director and other department heads, providing outstanding customer service when resolving issues
- Budgeted active and proposed projects by accurately determining pricing, margins and risk factors
Field Information Session Facilitator
Lamar University
08.2013 - 10.2017
- Facilitated information sessions with teachers regarding programs available through Academic Partnerships, who were interested in M.Ed.
- Coached Degreed professionals certifications on how MBA's could increase their earning potential and create promotions
- Implemented targeted strategies to explain benefits of Lamar's online programs
- Attended career & college readiness information sessions at colleges, high schools and job fairs
- Designed, planned & executed weekly spreadsheets to determine, which schools to target for cold calling 20 per day, for purpose of dropping off brochures
- Scheduled appointments delivering free lunches to staff, in exchange for information sessions in teacher's lounge.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
University of Houston - Central
Houston, TXSkills
- Excel, Microsoft Word, Windows Vista, Windows
- Access, MIS, Power Point,
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership
- Analytical skills
- Collaboration
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Educational Games
- Career and Educational Counseling
- Student Records Management
- Academic Advisement
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementPaid sick leave401k matchWork-life balancePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingHealthcare benefitsPaid time offInterests
Spending time with family
Timeline
CTE Internet/Networking & Career Prep Educator
(H.I.S.D), Houston Independent School District
07.2021 - 06.2023
Project Specialist
R & J Investments
11.2017 - 06.2021
Financial Analyst
Shipcom Wireless
11.2015 - 10.2017
Field Information Session Facilitator
Lamar University
08.2013 - 10.2017
Substitute Teacher
(F.B.I.S.D),FORTBEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2012 - 03.2020
BBA - Business Administration
University of Houston - Central
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