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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional References
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Brenda Harris

Aspiring Child Welfare Professional
Savannah,TN

Summary

Adaptable and organized professional looking for the opportunity to assist children in difficult and dangerous circumstances. Able to maintain a calm and composed demeanor in high-stress situations, and provide compassion, empathy, and patience to those in need of help. An active listener that is prepared to provide conflict management and productive solutions to families in need of DCF assistance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Hardin County School District
09.2023 - Current

Must maintain accurate record of student attendance and ensure class follows plans left by teacher. Motivate positive behavior among students, and provide behavioral redirection when needed. Leave detailed notes for teacher that inform them of classroom progress, as well as any issues during class. I have been repeatedly requested as a substitute based on my previous performance.

Manager and Event Coordinator

Shiloh Pieced and Present
02.2023 - Current

Responsible for wide array of duties within the company, including customer service, inventory, website management, social media advertising, and event coordinating.

  • Create and maintain customer relations through personalized assistance, follow-up calls and e-mails
  • Design several sections of company website, including the importing of all shop inventory
  • Take detailed information from customers about specialty service orders
  • Designated as Chief Event Coordinator of the RiverCity Craft Market, which is open to the public and hosted four times a year by my employer

Secretary

Shackelford Funeral Directors
09.2014 - 07.2015

Was responsible for accurately inputting sensitive and private information about decedents into legal documents. Assisted families by phone and in person with accounts, legal information, and creation of their loved ones obituaries. Required to accurately proofread information entered in computer, obituaries, and legal documents written by myself and other employees.

Customer Service Specialist

NCS Fulfillment
02.2014 - 09.2014

All customer service responsibilities were conducted over the phone or by email. Assisted customers with questions regarding their magazine subscriptions, product orders, and technical issues. Many times I had to de-escalate situations involving frustrated customers, while at the same time finding a positive and speedy solution to their issue. Responsible for maintaining information of magazine title books, and update that information as needed. Worked with outside agencies to request missing magazine issues for customers and provide information to publishers.

Airman First Class

United States Air Force
08.2013 - 11.2013

Graduated from basic military training with the 322 Training Squadron at Lackland Air Force Base. This experience provided me with many new skills, as well as major improvements to skills already obtained. Maintained a rigorous daily schedule and followed all orders by commanding officers. While awaiting permanent assignment after graduation, I was assigned to multiple details on base, ranging from administrative jobs to manual labor, depending on the day's need.

Second Assistant Manager

Cato Fashions
04.2013 - 08.2013

Helped to maintain a positive work environment by encouraging a productive and fair delegation of tasks to associates, including myself. Ensured all store procedures and policies were enforced in absence of upper management. Received and organized stock and inspected deliveries for accuracy and damage. Was always readily available to help customers select items to fit their needs and styles.

Administrative Clerk

South Central Correctional Facility
04.2012 - 01.2013

Main priority was the computerization of all forms and documents submitted by inmates of the two housing units I assisted. Created new filing and organizational system for all documents within both housing units. Relayed important instructions and information from housing units to various offices in main facility. Also functioned as a liaison between inmates and Unit Manager to determine proper meeting times.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Phoenix
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Phoenix
05.2001 -

General Office Assistant Certificate -

Tennessee Technology Center
Crump, TN
05.2001 -

Software Applications Specialist Certificate -

Tennessee Technology Center
Crump, TN
05.2001 -

Skills

Interpersonal communication

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Professional References

Tonni Shirley | Business Owner, Shiloh Pieced and Present 

Adamsville, TN | 731-607-9969


Beverly Windham | Seamstress, Shiloh Pieced and Present 

Adamsville, TN | 731-394-3627


Kathryne Kiddy | Cake Decorator, Wal-Mart

Florence, AL | 731-412-9118

Personal References

Jamie Vetetoe | Sergeant, Tennessee Department of Corrections

Waynesboro, TN | 931-332-3471


Edyn Heath | Business Owner, The Book Rest 

Adamsville, TN | 731-607-8818


Kyra Sledge | Longarm Operator, Shiloh Pieced and Present 

Adamsville, TN | 731-926-6341

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Hardin County School District
09.2023 - Current

Manager and Event Coordinator

Shiloh Pieced and Present
02.2023 - Current

Secretary

Shackelford Funeral Directors
09.2014 - 07.2015

Customer Service Specialist

NCS Fulfillment
02.2014 - 09.2014

Airman First Class

United States Air Force
08.2013 - 11.2013

Second Assistant Manager

Cato Fashions
04.2013 - 08.2013

Administrative Clerk

South Central Correctional Facility
04.2012 - 01.2013

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Phoenix
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Phoenix
05.2001 -

General Office Assistant Certificate -

Tennessee Technology Center
05.2001 -

Software Applications Specialist Certificate -

Tennessee Technology Center
05.2001 -
Brenda HarrisAspiring Child Welfare Professional