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Anita  St John

Anita St John

Ohatchee,Alabama

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Reading Interventionist

Calhoun County Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted intervention strategies for struggling students.
  • Increased student literacy rates by utilizing research-based instructional methods and materials.
  • Monitored and assessed student progress through data-driven analysis, adjusting instruction as necessary for optimal results.
  • Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
  • Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
  • Tracked student achievements using standardized assessments and informal observations, providing valuable insights for future instructional planning.
  • Gathered, organized and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with every student.
  • Implemented reading lessons for over 18 students in first-fourth grades.

Lead Teacher

Success Academy
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Monitored and worked with 18-20 students assigned to the program from the Calhoun County Juvenile Court System
  • Assisted students with online classes (APEX Learning)
  • Worked with the director, counselor, and juvenile probation officer on developing program
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students
  • Worked one-on-one with students to increase overall classroom success.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement

Implementation Coordinator (Remote)

Renaissance Learning
06.2022 - 04.2023
  • Reviewed customer orders and completed appropriate licensing and site set-up
  • Responsible for the successful provisioning of over 100 customers
  • Documented all interactions with the customer for company database reference
  • Provided customer service for numerous inbound calls, answered questions, and provided basic troubleshooting assistance
  • Called customers who had not set up purchased programs to offer assistance
  • Met with customers in ZOOM as needed
  • Served as primary point of contact between clients and technical teams, bridging gaps in understanding while ensuring accurate translation of requirements into deliverables
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients through regular communication and a commitment to delivering exceptional service, resulting in continued business growth and referrals from satisfied customers
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems
  • Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks
  • Monitored and tracked project progress to support timely completion
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients through regular communication and a commitment to delivering exceptional service, resulting in continued business growth and referrals from satisfied customers

Gifted Specialist/Classroom Teacher

Calhoun County Board of Education
08.2008 - 06.2022
  • Boosted student engagement through the implementation of interactive, hands-on activities and projects
  • Improved critical thinking skills among students by introducing problem-solving activities and challenges in lessons
  • Established a positive classroom environment that fostered creativity, collaboration, and intellectual curiosity
  • Mentored fellow teachers on effective strategies for working with gifted students, resulting in increased staff expertise
  • Served as an advocate for gifted education within the school community, raising awareness about the importance of specialized instruction for these learners
  • Conducted professional development workshops focused on best practices in gifted education for fellow educators at in-service days
  • Promoted student self-reflection and growth by incorporating goal-setting activities into lessons, empowering them to take ownership of their learning process
  • Partnered with administrators and co-workers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need
  • Organized engaging extracurricular activities that complemented classroom lessons, strengthening students'' connection to the subject matter
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly
  • Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community
  • Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Initiated staff training events for participants, utilizing adult learning theory
  • Selected to serve on the Superintendent’s Advisory Board with other teachers and administrators
  • Met quarterly with team of 8 to use data to ensure appropriate training for 100+ learners
  • Used SETS and Google Classroom to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems for over 100 students
  • Assisted with planning and setting up district scholars’ competition for over one hundred competitors
  • Set up a classroom budget to spend allocated money on supplies, finding the lowest prices, and repackaging and returning materials as needed
  • Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss the developments of students and increase support
  • Sponsor of 4H Club
  • Voted Ohatchee Elementary Teacher of the Month

Hostess/Retail/Trainer

Cracker Barrel
06.2009 - 07.2016

• Head trainer for store-trained/mentored new employees
• Earned Red Apron-PAR 4 by passing rigorous training videos
• Assisted in implementing new technology (Dine-Time Guest Management System) for hostesses

  • Increased table turnover rate with efficient management of waiting list and timely follow-ups
  • Boosted restaurant reputation by consistently providing a warm and welcoming environment for guests
  • Managed high-pressure situations during peak hours, maintaining excellent customer service and smooth operations
  • Assisted in conflict resolution between customers and staff, fostering a positive work atmosphere
  • Trained and mentored new hostesses, resulting in increased efficiency of the team as a whole
  • Maintained clean and organized front-of-house areas, contributing to an inviting atmosphere for guests
  • Partnered with the management team to identify areas of improvement and implement changes that positively impacted overall restaurant operations
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized assistance and product recommendations
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies through proper monitoring of the sales floor and vigilance at the register
  • Improved overall efficiency through proactive restocking of product shelves during low-traffic periods
  • Maximized seasonal revenue by actively promoting relevant items and participating in holiday-themed marketing campaigns

Gifted Specialist/Classroom Teacher

Elmore County Board of Education
08.1995 - 05.2008
  • Planned and taught lessons for over 75 students in Kindergarten, first and second grades, and Gifted Education (3rd-6th grades)
  • Provided professional development for around 12 second-grade teachers about Gifted & Talented Screening
  • Maintained student's records in SETS database, in other programs as instructed, and maintained hard copies
  • Trained/mentored college students and new teachers
  • Worked with other teachers & administrators to plan & implement best practices
  • Planned & implemented “Aerospace Week” for the entire school (schedule, activities, speakers, demonstrations)
  • Grade Level Chairman
  • Wrote and received numerous monetary grants for classroom
  • Millbrook Middle School SADD sponsor
  • Planned/budgeted fundraising events
  • Purchased materials from state & local budgets searching for the lowest possible costs
  • Wrote articles for local newspaper about school events

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education: Gifted & Talented

The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
12.2007

Certification in Early Childhood Education and -

Auburn University, Montgomery, AL
1995

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville
12.1990

High School Diploma -

Ohatchee High School, Ohatchee
06.1986

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Collaboration
  • Training delivery
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • New hire onboarding
  • Documentation and Record-keeping
  • Relationship Building
  • Experienced with Google Gmail/Calendar/Maps/Docs/Slides and Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Outlook

Additional Information

  • Honors & Awards , Graduate Student of the Year - The University of Alabama, 2008
  • Top Earning Team - Millbrook Relay for Life (American Cancer Society) 2008, 2007, 2006
  • Alabama Citizenship Teacher of the Year - Alabama Veterans of Foreign War, 2004

Timeline

Reading Interventionist - Calhoun County Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher - Success Academy
04.2023 - 08.2023
Implementation Coordinator (Remote) - Renaissance Learning
06.2022 - 04.2023
Hostess/Retail/Trainer - Cracker Barrel
06.2009 - 07.2016
Gifted Specialist/Classroom Teacher - Calhoun County Board of Education
08.2008 - 06.2022
Gifted Specialist/Classroom Teacher - Elmore County Board of Education
08.1995 - 05.2008
The University of Alabama - Master of Arts, Special Education: Gifted & Talented
Auburn University - Certification in Early Childhood Education and,
Jacksonville State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Ohatchee High School - High School Diploma,
Anita St John