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Education
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Awards
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Cara Bailey

Cara Bailey

Mooresville,NC

Summary

Dynamic art educator and former Associate Sales Representative at Jostens Yearbooks, skilled in curriculum development and client communication. Proven track record of enhancing student engagement and increasing territory volume by $70,000. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, fostering creativity while adapting teaching methods to meet diverse student needs.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Cara Bailey Studios
Mooresville, NC
05.2010 - Current
  • Designing art curriculum for students aged two to eighty, promoting creativity and learning.
  • Collaborating with parents to support student success through effective communication.
  • Organizing community events to increase engagement and participation in programs.
  • Managing client and vendor communications for seamless project alignment.
  • Maintaining schedules across multiple teaching venues to maximize class availability.
  • Conducting inventory assessments and procured supplies to meet curriculum needs.
  • Creating an inviting and safe atmosphere that encourages student creativity and expression.
  • Assessing student needs to customize instructional methods for enhanced outcomes.

Associate Sales Representative

Jostens Yearbooks
Mooresville, NC
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Co-managed $4.8 million territory with a focus on growth and client satisfaction.
  • Increased territory volume by $70,000 in three months through strategic initiatives.
  • Individually managed three school accounts while co-managing an additional 60 accounts.
  • Created and updated budgets based on account sales trends for optimal resource allocation.
  • Designed and edited unique visual elements using Adobe Photoshop to enhance marketing materials.
  • Developed social media marketing content to elevate brand visibility and engagement.
  • Liaised between clients, publishing plant, and artists to ensure project alignment.
  • Trained advisers and staff on technology, photography, and journalism curriculum.

Art Teacher, Grades 6-8

American Renaissance Middle School
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Developed & Implemented Middle School Art Curriculum & Elementary Special Needs Art Curriculum
  • Managed Confidential Materials Including Grades, Test Scores Contact Information, & Legal Documents
  • Created Successful Classroom Management System to Ensure Student Learning & Success
  • Collaborated with School Board & Head of School to Create Marketing Materials
  • Traveled as Chaperone on Educational Field Trips

Art Teacher, Grades 9-12

Countryside Montessori
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Increased Art Department Course Offerings from Zero to Eight
  • Trained Students & Colleagues
  • Communicated Effectively With Students, Colleagues, & Parents
  • Provided Clear Oral & Written Directions
  • Evaluated Student & Personal Performance
  • Evaluated & Managed Departmental Budget
  • Scheduled Projects, Guests, Materials, & Spaces
  • Coordinated & Executed Special Events

Executive Team Leader - Hardlines

Target
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Managed Daily Operations of a Diverse Team of 25+
  • Analyzed Data to Determine Business Needs & Goals
  • Identified Challenges & Implemented Appropriate Solutions
  • Assessed & Selected Top Talent
  • Created Team Culture That Thrived on Self-Development, Training, & Diversity
  • Scheduled Team to Ensure That Business Needs Were Met
  • Managed Team to Hit Monthly, Quarterly, & Yearly Sales Goals

Art Teacher, Grades 6-12

Cabarrus County Schools
01.2003 - 01.2011
  • Developed Curriculum for 11 Levels of Art Classes
  • Managed 125 Students Daily
  • Evaluated Performance & Designed Suitable Solutions
  • Engaged Students & Inspired Them to Succeed

Education

01.2003

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Inventory management
  • Client communication
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Procreate proficiency
  • Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom expertise

Hobbies and Interests

  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Travel
  • Reading

Awards

North Carolina Teaching Fellow Scholarship, 08/01/99 - 05/01/03

Affiliations

  • Travel
  • Painting
  • Photography

Accomplishments

  • NC Teaching Fellow

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Associate Sales Representative

Jostens Yearbooks
08.2016 - 08.2017

Art Teacher, Grades 6-8

American Renaissance Middle School
01.2015 - 01.2016

Art Teacher, Grades 9-12

Countryside Montessori
01.2012 - 01.2015

Executive Team Leader - Hardlines

Target
01.2011 - 01.2012

Owner

Cara Bailey Studios
05.2010 - Current

Art Teacher, Grades 6-12

Cabarrus County Schools
01.2003 - 01.2011

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