Antoinette Smith
Austin,TX
Summary
Results-driven and highly adaptable professional with 4 years of experience in education, specializing in Finance. Adept at creating engaging and innovative lesson plans to foster a positive learning environment. Bringing a unique blend of military training and experience in the marketing sector, I offer a dynamic and versatile skill set. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement curriculum that aligns with educational objectives while integrating real-world applications. Passionate about fostering critical thinking skills and encouraging students to excel both academically and personally. Known for cultivating a supportive and inclusive classroom culture that promotes active participation and student success. Committed to staying current with educational trends and continuously refining teaching methodologies to enhance student outcomes. Eager to contribute my unique background and expertise to an innovative learning environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CTE and IB Design Teacher
Round Rock ISD
10.2020 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
- Created engaging curriculum for IB Design requirements
- Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning.
- Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.
- Created lesson plans in line with state curriculum and school curriculum standards.
- Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
MDF Claiming Manager
Wunderman Thompson
05.2015 - 07.2019
- Obtain and review vendor invoices
- Obtain proof of performance for the advertising activities and ensure they contain all required information
- Check all documentation against other source files and financial trackers
- Reconcile and resolve any discrepancies found in the documentation or financial data
- Upload MDF claims into the partner’s website
- Provide supporting documentation to the client’s co-marketing partner for any audited claim
- Maintain organized files for all supporting documentation
- Prepare Excel based schedules to track claims and show aging of receivables
- Prepare audit related requests
- provide analysis of financial information and assist with budget variance explanations.
- Perform additional duties and assigned
Customer Retention and Sales Rep
Spectrum Cable
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address customer needs.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Utilized CRM software to manage customer accounts and track performance metrics.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Administrative Executive
Enterprise Business Solutions
10.2012 - 04.2014
- Administrative responsibilities for 150+ section employees handling account creation and requests for
- various government classified and unclassified systems.
- Account management - updating and maintaining CAC and DISA Badge Access,
- Data Entry
- Handling classified information
- Training government and contractors on the new Government video chat system.
- Provided Acquisitions and budget process training to government personnel.
- Certified DVS trainer
- Scheduled appointments and meetings, organized materials and prepared rooms.
- Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
Visitor Access Control Administrator
Crewestone Technology Inc.
01.2011 - 10.2012
- Collected, validated, and distributed information to employees.
- Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
- Entered and maintained building access records in company database.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Verifying employee clearance levels (JPAS)
- Security System Administrator: System Galaxy, surveillance cameras
- Training all personnel on system galaxy security software
- Check IDs, process/distribute/retrieve security badges and IDs
- Announce all visitors for PEO EIS employees
- Supervise mail room while knowing all staff duties and functions
- Assisting in writing and editing building policies.
- Creating forms and building procedures
Finance Technician
DC Army National Guard
08.2008 - 11.2010
- Observed strict confidentiality rules to maintain data integrity and protect clients.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Organized and reported on financial information to document payment histories and assist with sound financial accounting.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Defense Travel System.
- System administrator for credit cards and travel system
- Government Credit Card application processing
- Review and authorizations for vouchers and activating travel cards.
- Credit cards payment processing
- Creating and sending collection letters
- Defense Travel System user training and enrollment
- Monthly balance reporting for lines of credit
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Maryland University College
Adelphi, MD05.2012
Skills
- Managing classroom for diverse populations
- Positive learning environment
- Strong collaborator
- Leadership Development
- Student Mentoring
- Differentiated Instruction
- Equipment Demonstration
- Test Administration
- Curriculum Development
- Calm Under Pressure
- IB Design Curriculum
Accomplishments
- Student Involvement - Volunteered as robotics team sponsor, supervising weekly after school meetings and collaboration meetings with other district club sponsors.
- IB Design Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for over 150 students.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Designed and conducted a well-received professional development workshop for Round Rock CTE Business Information Management staff in May, 2023.
- Student Mentor - Served as 8th Grade IB Community Project Mentor for three students groups.
Timeline
CTE and IB Design Teacher
Round Rock ISD
10.2020 - Current
MDF Claiming Manager
Wunderman Thompson
05.2015 - 07.2019
Customer Retention and Sales Rep
Spectrum Cable
08.2014 - 05.2015
Administrative Executive
Enterprise Business Solutions
10.2012 - 04.2014
Visitor Access Control Administrator
Crewestone Technology Inc.
01.2011 - 10.2012
Finance Technician
DC Army National Guard
08.2008 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Science - Education
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Maryland University College