Ann Taylor
Glen Carbon,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior. Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate student learning. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating learning environment. Offers strong organizational and student engagement skills. Reliable and knowledgeable educator with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new concepts and subjects.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7
2019.09 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities as needed or requested.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
Retail
Happy Up, Inc.
2016.08 - Current
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
- Wrapped gifts according to customer needs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
High School English Teacher
Triad Community Schools Unit District #2
2002.08 - 2006.05
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
High School English Teacher
Granite City School District 9
2000.08 - 2002.07
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05.2000
Skills
- Discussion Facilitation
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Parent Communication
- Behavior Modeling
- Adaptable
- Relationship Building and Management
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Lesson Implementation
- Classroom Organization
- Organizational Abilities
- Behavior Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7
2019.09 - Current
Retail
Happy Up, Inc.
2016.08 - Current
High School English Teacher
Triad Community Schools Unit District #2
2002.08 - 2006.05
High School English Teacher
Granite City School District 9
2000.08 - 2002.07
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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