Accomplished Lead Guide at Blue Ridge Montessori School, adept in fostering academic growth and emotional well-being, as well as positive parent-teacher relationships. Excelled in staff management and customer service at Dollar General, enhancing customer loyalty and operational efficiency. Skilled in effective problem-solving and strong communication, consistently achieving significant improvements in student and customer satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Guide
Blue Ridge Montessori School
Lynchburg, VA
08.2022 - Current
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Sales Lead Keyholder
Dollar General
Lynchburg, VA
01.2019 - 08.2022
Opened and closed store 5 days per week by counting registers, making deposits, and storing and filing all daily paperwork.
checked in vendors, received trucks and ensured accurate inventory counts.
Maintained a clean and visually appealing store environment, enhancing customer experience and promoting return visits.
Trained new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices in order to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
Improved customer service by projecting friendly and knowledgeable attitude.
Developed customer loyalty through exceptional service, resulting in increased repeat business.
Organized product displays for maximum visibility and appeal, resulting in higher impulse purchases from customers browsing the store floor.
Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, cleaning and supervising staff.
Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.
Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize store shrinkage.
Managed a shift, answered phone, provided prompt customer service & resolved customer concerns