Amy Hardaway
Frisco,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator/Elementary Classroom Teacher
Frisco Independent School District
Frisco, TX
07.2004 - 05.2025
- Reviewed and interpreted testing data to develop targeted plans for enhancing student performance
- Developed data collection sheets in reading and writing to target areas of growth and success
- Created and maintained backwards planning documents to support collaborative lesson development
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and needs.
- Train the trainer, embracing new instructional strategies and curriculum as presented
- Facilitated team initiatives that strengthened communication between teachers and administration
Sales
Desert Designs Knitz
Addison, TX
05.2000 - 08.2014
- Cultivated customer relationships to drive sales growth.
Educator/Elementary Classroom Teacher
Plano Independent School District
Plano, TX
08.2001 - 07.2004
- Engaged in professional development workshops and seminars to enhance instructional strategies and apply new educational trends.
- Collaborated with colleagues to exchange best practices in teaching methods, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Operations Manager, National Accounts
Rexel Summers Group, Inc.
Dallas, TX
1998 - 2002
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Tracked customer activity in sales and quotations, maintaining accurate records across 4 company systems to support informed decision-making.
- Ensured accurate documentation of sales data.
- Reviewed monthly balance sheets, P&L's, and financial documents to ensure compliance and identify trends for management review.
- Trained and developed sales team associates, enhancing product knowledge and customer service skills to improve overall team performance.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay up-to-date on product knowledge and customer service best practices
Inside Sales
Rexel Summers Group, Inc.
Dallas, TX
1995 - 1998
- Managed General Motors account, ensuring timely fulfillment of urgent orders.
- Developed strong business relationships with customers, resulting in increased sales opportunities.
Administrative Assistant
Rexel Summers Group, Inc.
Dallas, TX
1995 - 1998
- Arranged appointments and travel for sales team and quality assurance manager, promoting smooth operations and effective communication.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Reading
Texas Woman’s University
Denton, TXB.S. - Public Relations, Business Administration
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Data analysis
- Curriculum development
- Customer relationship management
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Customer training
- Class instruction
References
Available upon Request
Timeline
Educator/Elementary Classroom Teacher
Frisco Independent School District
07.2004 - 05.2025
Educator/Elementary Classroom Teacher
Plano Independent School District
08.2001 - 07.2004
Sales
Desert Designs Knitz
05.2000 - 08.2014
Operations Manager, National Accounts
Rexel Summers Group, Inc.
1998 - 2002
Inside Sales
Rexel Summers Group, Inc.
1995 - 1998
Administrative Assistant
Rexel Summers Group, Inc.
1995 - 1998
Master of Education - Elementary Reading
Texas Woman’s University
B.S. - Public Relations, Business Administration
Texas Christian University