Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Energetic and driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
Customer Service Representative
Work History
Customer Service Representative
Lowes Home Improvment
08.2013 - 08.2017
Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
Meat and Seafood Clerk
Kroger's Grocery
06.2017 - 12.2018
Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Rotated products to sell before expiration dates, prevent waste and keep food safety in check.
Maintained meat slicer, wrapping machine and other equipment to prevent breakdowns and delays.
Gained knowledge of different meats to answer customer questions and suggest best cuts for various dishes
Fifth Grade Teacher
JG Hening Elementary School, Chesterfield Public Schools
01.2019 - 06.2019
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
Third Grade Teacher
Woodville Elementary, Richmond City Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Third Grade Teacher
Richmond City Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Incorporated software technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Education
M.D. - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Richmond
12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
05.2016
Skills
Collaborative Environments
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Technology Integration
Strategy Planning
Continuous Improvement Planning
Google Slides
Diversified Instruction
Google Applications
Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Educational Process Knowledge
Cultural Awareness
Accomplishments
State of Virginia, Teacher’s License, January 2019 - January 2029
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Richmond City Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Woodville Elementary, Richmond City Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
Fifth Grade Teacher
JG Hening Elementary School, Chesterfield Public Schools