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ARQUETTE BURTON

Spring,USA

Summary

Strategic and results-driven professional with over a decade of experience in administrative coordination, education, and client services across diverse sectors, including K–12 schools and corporate environments. Adept at project planning, progress monitoring, and supporting leadership teams through communication, scheduling, and record management. Recognized for cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, problem-solving with independent judgment, and managing sensitive data with integrity.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Chemistry Teacher

Houston Independent School District, HISD
Houston, TX
06.2024 - Current
  • Collaborate with leadership and instructional teams to design and implement lesson plans, aligning with district goals and compliance standards.
  • Manage classroom operations and student performance records, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.
  • Communicate regularly with parents, staff, and students to assess impact, and drive academic progress.
  • Utilize data tracking to inform instruction, and meet performance benchmarks.

Chemistry and Biology Teacher

YES Prep Charter Schools
Houston, TX
08.2017 - 02.2022
  • Led instructional planning and student assessments, resulting in a 92.6% Biology STAAR Exam pass rate.
  • Developed differentiated lessons to meet diverse academic needs.
  • Collaborated with administration and support teams to align educational goals and student outcomes.

Assistant Manager / Interim Store Manager

Hanna Andersson
The Woodlands, TX
05.2016 - 10.2019
  • Directed store operations, supervised staff of seven, and managed scheduling, training, and performance reviews.
  • Played a key role in event preparation, customer relations, and supply chain needs.
  • Supported budget management and ensured compliance with company procedures.

Laboratory Assistant

Delta State University Teaching Hospital
Cleveland, MS
08.2006 - 12.2010
  • Coordinated daily lab activities, including scheduling, materials preparation, and maintaining safety logs.
  • Managed data tracking and quality control protocols, ensuring compliance, and lab productivity.
  • Engaged regularly with faculty and students to troubleshoot issues and refine lab practices.
  • Supported departmental objectives through documentation, sample tracking, and interdepartmental communication.

Program Coordinator

HealthCorps (Founded by Dr. Mehmet Oz)
Shelby, MS
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Planned and executed student health initiatives and community health events.
  • Collaborated with school leaders, volunteers, and external partners to promote wellness programming.
  • Taught health and wellness curriculum to at-risk youth, building resiliency and engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry and Biology

Delta State University
Cleveland, MS

Skills

  • Program coordination and execution
  • Stakeholder engagement and support
  • Project monitoring and follow-through
  • Recordkeeping and data integrity
  • Event and workshop planning
  • Microsoft Office Suite (10 years)
  • Customer-focused problem solving
  • Cross-functional communication

Additional Work Experience

  • Financial Services Specialist (Remote)|Nordstrom Houston, TX | Feb 2023 - Jun 2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chemistry Teacher

Houston Independent School District, HISD
06.2024 - Current

Chemistry and Biology Teacher

YES Prep Charter Schools
08.2017 - 02.2022

Assistant Manager / Interim Store Manager

Hanna Andersson
05.2016 - 10.2019

Program Coordinator

HealthCorps (Founded by Dr. Mehmet Oz)
01.2008 - 01.2009

Laboratory Assistant

Delta State University Teaching Hospital
08.2006 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry and Biology

Delta State University