Brittany Arends
Friendswood,TX
Summary
Accomplished Pre-K Teacher at Bay Area Christian School, adept in curriculum planning and classroom management, enhanced student engagement by 30% through innovative teaching strategies. Demonstrated patience and empathy, fostering strong parent-teacher communication and collaborative development of individualized educational plans, ensuring optimal student progress.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Bay Area Christian School
League City, TX
12.2015 - 05.2024
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Receptionist
Bay Area Christian School
League City, TX
09.2017 - 10.2023
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Closing Manager
Old Navy, Gap
Webster, TX
07.2012 - 06.2016
- Prepared registers for closing shift and assigned team member positions while maintaining high level of guest service.
- Oversaw daily cash deposits ensuring funds were accounted correctly resulting in increased accuracy.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, upholding company standards for cleanliness during closing procedures.
- Implemented safety measures for the store''s end-of-day operations, reducing potential risks associated with late-night activities such as cash handling or locking doors securely after closeout is completed.
- Collaborated with other department managers to address any operational issues, working together to find effective solutions.
- Stocked empty shelves and assembled merchandise neatly on racks and in displays to prepare for opening shift.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through attentive service and prompt resolution of any concerns or complaints.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clear Brook High School
Friendswood, TX06.2009
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Patience and Empathy
- Music and Movement
- Curriculum Planning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Management
- Progress Reporting
- Assessment Strategies
- Health and safety
Timeline
Receptionist
Bay Area Christian School
09.2017 - 10.2023
Pre-K Teacher
Bay Area Christian School
12.2015 - 05.2024
Closing Manager
Old Navy, Gap
07.2012 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Clear Brook High School