Brigitte Gapen
Fairmont,WV
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Ceramic Artist/Owner
Baked Clay Ceramics LLC
04.2024 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Baker/Bakery Management
This & That Bakery
03.2024 - Current
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Art Teacher
Wetzel County Schools
03.2015 - 07.2024
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating art curriculums.
Adjunct Professor
Fairmont State University
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
Substitute Teacher
Marion County School Board
12.2015 - 02.2016
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Private Art Instructor
Self-employeed
10.2015 - 12.2015
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Education
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV12.2015
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Sales leadership
- Critical thinking
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Public speaking
Recommendations
Annie Haugh: Owner of This & That Bakery
Contact: 304-368-8272
Jamie Synder: Teacher at Hundred Heritage School
Contact: 304-775-5221
Timeline
Ceramic Artist/Owner
Baked Clay Ceramics LLC
04.2024 - Current
Baker/Bakery Management
This & That Bakery
03.2024 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Fairmont State University
10.2019 - 04.2020
Substitute Teacher
Marion County School Board
12.2015 - 02.2016
Private Art Instructor
Self-employeed
10.2015 - 12.2015
Art Teacher
Wetzel County Schools
03.2015 - 07.2024
Bachelor Of Arts - Education
Fairmont State University
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