CAROLINE GREER KISER
Charleston,SC
Summary
Dedicated Teacher with a proven ability to foster engaging and stimulating learning environments. Notable achievements include enhancing student performance through innovative teaching methods and maintaining strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Core competencies include effective communication, curriculum development, and student engagement strategies. Committed to inspiring a lifelong love of learning in every student.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - English as a Second Language
Extra Mile
Prague, Czech Republic
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Instructed students in English as a Second Language.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
Receptionist
Pattison's Academy
Charleston, SC
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Greet parents and efficiently announce student arrivals, ensuring seamless coordination with staff
- Manage incoming calls, promptly directing them to appropriate personnel while addressing general inquiries with professionalism
- Provide essential administrative support to the leadership team, including meticulous data entry, correspondence preparation, and meticulous record-keeping
- Organize and distribute incoming and outgoing mail with precision and timeliness
- Maintain and coordinate schedules for the leadership team, optimizing efficiency and ensuring smooth operations
- Facilitate preliminary interviews and maintain correspondence with candidates, contributing to effective recruitment processes
Sales Associate
Loft - Citadel Mall
Charleston, SC
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Provide product recommendations for a variety of clothing and jewelry items to a wide customer base
- Build a rapport with customers, provide education on new products and promotions
- Support store manager in managing inventory, developing visual merchandising displays, and creating an engaging environment for customers
Recruiting Coordinator
Charles Foster Staffing
North Charleston, SC
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintain a full lifecycle of job placement process using Mindscope! Applicant Tracking System for a database of over 100,000 candidates
- Screened and evaluated candidate resumes, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards
- Conducted preliminary interviews to assess candidate suitability and potential cultural fit
- Coached and counseled candidate throughout their job search process, providing guidance on resume improvement and interview preparation
- Administered candidate skills assessments to gauge technical and soft skills proficiency
- Facilitated seamless onboarding processes to new hires, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements
- Oversaw the completion and submission of onboarding documents, including I-9 forms, background checks, drug tests, and physicals
- Managed new hire paperwork, including employment agreements and benefits enrollment forms, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality
- Collaborated with HR team to streamline onboarding procedures, resulting in improved efficiency and adherence to regulatory standards
- Maintained regular communication with clients to provide updates on candidate progress and ensure client satisfaction throughout the placement process
Executive Sales Assistant
Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems-Charles Foster Staffing
Mt. Pleasant, SC
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Expedited client contract process
- Created client proposals
- Utilized the Act! platform to manage client database
- Supported outside sales team
Customer Service Specialist
Square Onion
Mt. Pleasant, SC
08.2017 - 09.2023
- Orchestrated a positive, guest-oriented environment
- Assisted customers and processed phone, online, and in-person orders in a timely and efficient manner
- Marketed products such as daily specials with in-store displays and upselling to customers
- Received promotions and a 50% increase in salary in 3 years
Literacy Intervention Tutor
Reading Partners
06.2023 - 05.2023
- Conducted in-person tutoring sessions with at-risk youth aged 5-9
- Facilitated lesson planning and curriculum organization
Visitor Center Representative
College of Charleston-Office of Admissions
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Greeted prospective students and their families and provided information about the school including admission requirements, courses of study, student activities, and campus layout
- Organized private and group tours for prospective students and their families
Student Recruitment Specialist
College of Charleston
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Recruited prospective students post acceptance to confirm their decisions to attend the College of Charleston
- Invited students to attend on-campus and virtual events as well as outreach programs
Literacy Intervention Tutor
AmeriCorps - Reading Partners
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted tutoring sessions with at-risk youth aged 5-12
- Facilitated lesson planning and curriculum organization
Education
TEFL -
The Language House Prague
09.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English - Creative Writing
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05.2023
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Customer Service
- Creative Writing
- Effective Communication
- Marketing
- Retail Merchandising
- Learning Engagement Initiatives
- Engaging Curriculum Design
- Group Learning Initiatives
- Flexible Instructional Strategies
- TEFL Certification
- Strong Written Communication
- Effective Technology Integration
References
Available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
- Charleston County Public Library, Charleston, SC Volunteer, Organized patron events., Managed library services and materials.
- Pet Helpers, Charleston, SC Volunteer, Gift Shop Sales Assistant., Served as pet companion., Conducted dog walks., Cleaned facility.
- Liberty Elementary School, North Charleston, SC Volunteer, Provided one-on-one tutoring to at-risk elementary students.
- March Of Dimes, Charleston, SC Volunteer, Managed Butterfly Memory Garden at March for Babies event., Prepared and organized promotional items for future events.
- Lowcountry Food Bank, Charleston, SC Volunteer, Organized and distributed food donations.
Awards
- All-Region Band
- All-County Band
- Dean's List
- LIFE Scholar
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher - English as a Second Language
Extra Mile
10.2024 - 12.2024
Receptionist
Pattison's Academy
03.2024 - 06.2024
Recruiting Coordinator
Charles Foster Staffing
10.2023 - 03.2024
Executive Sales Assistant
Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems-Charles Foster Staffing
09.2023 - 10.2023
Literacy Intervention Tutor
Reading Partners
06.2023 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Loft - Citadel Mall
01.2023 - 04.2024
Literacy Intervention Tutor
AmeriCorps - Reading Partners
06.2022 - 08.2022
Visitor Center Representative
College of Charleston-Office of Admissions
01.2022 - 12.2022
Student Recruitment Specialist
College of Charleston
01.2022 - 12.2022
Customer Service Specialist
Square Onion
08.2017 - 09.2023
TEFL -
The Language House Prague
Bachelor of Arts - English - Creative Writing
College of Charleston
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