BRANDI HOLIMAN
Mesquite
Summary
Professional with over 15 years of diverse industry experience. Expertise in communication strategies, performance data analysis, and relationship building. Proven ability to drive results through effective collaboration and strategic insights.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Mesquite ISD
Mesquite
06.2021 - Current
- Utilized benchmark testing data to enhance STAAR test preparation, boosting Meets and Masters rates by 35%.
- Designed differentiated lessons aligned with district curriculum and TEKS for effective lesson structuring.
- Designed, aligned, and delivered curriculum mapped to learning objectives and performance standards, ensuring consistency and measurable outcomes.
- Served as a primary point of contact for diverse stakeholders, addressing questions, concerns, and learning barriers with empathy and professionalism.
- Translated complex concepts into clear, accessible guidance tailored to varied learning styles and knowledge levels.
- De-escalated challenging situations through active listening, clear communication, and solution-oriented problem-solving.
Board of Directors
Mocha in My Coffee
New York
06.2021 - 01.2026
- Coordinate special events by building relationships with vendors and sponsors to negotiate partnership terms.
- Conduct interviews with applicants to screen for potential compatibility with leadership team.
- Collaborated with management to refine product offerings based on customer feedback.
- Developed strategic marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
Literacy Interventionist
Life Schools
Red Oak
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented targeted learning strategies for at-risk students through collaboration with school staff.
- Achieved a STAAR passing rate of 95%, with 8% of students scoring in the 'Advanced' range.
- Designed individualized intervention plans to address specific learning needs of students.
- Ensured holistic student care by coordinating referrals for counseling and special education services with colleagues.
Long Term Substitute
Cedar Hill ISD
Cedar Hill
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Developed instructional materials tailored for diverse mental, physical, and emotional needs of students.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members to foster support.
- Designed engaging educational resources that accommodate various learning styles and maturity levels.
Literacy Specialist
HYSD Educational Consulting
Beijing
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Developed engaging, interactive lesson plans with defined learning objectives for nearly 400 students.
- Provided one-on-one coaching to educators on best practices in literacy instruction.
- Collaborated with local Chinese staff to create culturally relevant lessons and activities.
- Acted as a liaison between Chinese Director of English and American teachers to facilitate conflict resolution and cooperation.
Teller
Bank of America Financial Center
Dallas
12.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed cash deposits and financial transactions for business accounts, ensuring client confidentiality through electronic security measures.
- Implemented check cashing and withdrawal policies to enhance operational security and efficiency.
- Handled large cash transactions, completing IRS deposit reports for amounts exceeding $10,000.
- Maintained accurate records of financial activities to support compliance and auditing processes.
Point of Sale Coordinator
World Market
College Station
06.2006 - 11.2008
- Collaborated with management to plan, develop, and implement strategic marketing tools, such as in-store signs, announcements, samples, and paring sale items with non-sale items to drive sales.
- Emphasized specific product features and benefits, informing customers of promotions and sales.
- Managed inventory and performed negative on-hand reporting.
Education
Master's Degree - Organizational Communication Management
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX01.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Communication Theory
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX01.2014
Skills
- Google Suite and Microsoft Office
- Customer service and support
- Organizational skills
- Confidentiality and integrity
- Problem solving
- Data analysis
- Event planning
- Performance assessment
- Account management
- Written and verbal communication
- Curriculum design and instructional strategies
- Differentiated instruction
- Stakeholder engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Strategic marketing
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Community involvement and relationship building
- Strategic planning
Websites
Certification
Teaching Certification EC-6 with STR
Timeline
Teacher
Mesquite ISD
06.2021 - Current
Board of Directors
Mocha in My Coffee
06.2021 - 01.2026
Literacy Interventionist
Life Schools
02.2019 - 06.2021
Long Term Substitute
Cedar Hill ISD
10.2018 - 02.2019
Literacy Specialist
HYSD Educational Consulting
08.2016 - 08.2018
Teller
Bank of America Financial Center
12.2008 - 01.2010
Point of Sale Coordinator
World Market
06.2006 - 11.2008
Master's Degree - Organizational Communication Management
Dallas Baptist University
Bachelor's Degree - Communication Theory
Dallas Baptist University