ASHLYN BOUDISSA
Clarksville,TN
Summary
To obtain a challenging entry-level position in an office environment where I can best utilize my current skills and education while gaining valuable training and experience that will enhance my future in the field of business. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level position to help launch career while achieving company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Sycamore Middle School
Pleasant View, TN
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to ensure student comprehension of material.
- Organized classroom activities and monitored students' progress in order to facilitate learning.
- Utilized a variety of teaching techniques to engage all students in the learning process.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students by setting clear expectations and implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Assisted with the administration of standardized tests as needed.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop and enhance instructional strategies for maximum student achievement.
- Provided timely feedback regarding student performance both verbally and in writing.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance according to school policies.
- Created an environment conducive to learning through effective classroom management strategies.
- Incorporated technology into lessons whenever possible to increase engagement.
- Attended staff meetings, parent conferences, and other school events as required.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by providing open-ended questions during class discussions.
- Implemented safety procedures such as fire drills or lockdown drills as needed.
- Managed substitute teachers when absent from class due to illness or other personal reasons.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Prepared, administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
- Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Utilized outlined grading procedures and assessment strategies to document and report on student growth, development and understanding.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
- Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
- Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.
- Answered student questions about course concepts.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
Teacher
The Youth Academy
Clarksville, TN
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavior in children.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
- Ensured safety of all children by monitoring playground equipment use.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Store Clerk
Marti & Liz Shoes
, Lebanon
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Greet incoming guests/customer service, assist with in-store sales, audit inventory, stocking inventory, reconciling cash.
- Processed customer payments accurately and efficiently.
- Organized store shelves according to product type and size.
- Stocked shelves with incoming shipments of products from vendors or suppliers.
- Maintained records of inventory transactions such as purchases, returns, restocking fees.
- Created displays to promote special offers or seasonal products.
- Performed opening, closing duties including counting money in registers at start, end of shift, reconciling discrepancies between computer-generated reports and actual count totals.
- Completed weekly tasks such as cleaning counters and floors, dusting shelves, stocking shelves with new merchandise.
- Utilized problem solving skills to resolve issues quickly while maintaining customer satisfaction.
Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
Lebanon, TN
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and service
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
Hostess
Swezey’s Pub
Pleasant View, TN
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Greeted incoming guests, lead them to their seats, assisted wait staff with food delivery and clean up.
- Verified reservations and wait times with customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area.
- Assisted in preparing the restaurant for opening and closing shifts.
- Provided menus to customers and answered questions regarding menu items.
- Managed the waiting list, ensuring that all parties were seated in a timely manner.
- Performed light cleaning duties, such as wiping down tables or sweeping floors.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Cumberland University
08.2021
High School Diploma -
Sycamore High School
05.2019
Skills
- SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Organized, outgoing and reliable individual that possesses a positive attitude and enthusiasm Values
- Teamwork and has a keen ability to work well with others, has a strong customer focus and gives
- Excellent attention to detail
- Collaborative learning
- Visual Aids Creation
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Social Studies Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Youth Mentoring
- Oral communication
- Lesson Planning
- Relationship building and management
- Organizational abilities
- Verbal and written communication
- Individualized care
- Adaptable
- Staff Collaboration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking and Organization
- Relationship Building
- Organization and Planning
- Interpersonal Communication
- SMART Technology
Interests
EXTRA CURRICULAR , Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority – 2019-2021 BCM: Worship Leader Job shadowed at Caterpillar Financial Services Corp, 2019 (8 hours) Job shadowed at Cushman & Wakefield, 2019 (8 hours) Manager of the Sycamore Boys Basketball team 2016-2019 President of Best Buddies (Sycamore Chapter) 2017-2019 Secretary of Student Council 2016-2019 Tri-M Honor Choir Member 2018-2019 Delight Ministries leader (APSU) 2021-2022
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Sycamore Middle School
11.2023 - 05.2024
Teacher
The Youth Academy
01.2023 - 03.2023
Store Clerk
Marti & Liz Shoes
12.2020 - 05.2021
Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
10.2020 - 12.2020
Hostess
Swezey’s Pub
03.2018 - 10.2018
Associate of Arts - Business
Cumberland University
High School Diploma -
Sycamore High School
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