Amy McNamee
St Augustine,FL
Summary
Dedicated preschool paraprofessional with strong classroom management and adaptability skills. Committed to fostering student engagement and supporting diverse learning environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Paraprofessional
Palmer Catholic Academy Preschool
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored children's behavior and ensured a safe learning environment.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to teach preschool-aged children basic academic, social, and motor skills.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Mill Run Elementary School
Ashburn, VA
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Supported teacher in managing student behavior and facilitating instruction, enhancing classroom environment.
- Collaborated with students in individual and small group settings to reinforce learning concepts and assist with assignments, fostering academic improvement.
Sales Manager/Ladies Shoes
Bloomingdale's
Costa Mesa, CA
02.2007 - 07.2012
- Led $10 million business, developing a high-performing team of 25 sales professionals and 2 Assistant Managers.
- Consistently exceeded annual goals in key metrics such as profit, sales, employee retention, and customer service.
- Streamlined merchandising and inventory procedures, achieving #1 ranking in company for shrink/inventory loss.
District Visual Merchandise Manager
The Gap
Las Vegas, NV
08.2002 - 02.2007
- Designed and executed visual merchandising strategies that boosted sales and improved customer experience across GAP Adult, Kids, Baby, and Body stores.
- Accountable for all planning, mapping and execution of merchandise and fixture placement in each location.
- Collaborated with Store Managers to identify and capitalize on business opportunities for franchise and key items.
- Educated store staff on effective visual merchandising techniques to ensure consistent execution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ06-1996
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team collaboration
- Goal orientation
- Patience
- Creativity
Timeline
Preschool Paraprofessional
Palmer Catholic Academy Preschool
06.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Mill Run Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Sales Manager/Ladies Shoes
Bloomingdale's
02.2007 - 07.2012
District Visual Merchandise Manager
The Gap
08.2002 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Arizona State University