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Work History
Education
Skills
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Celia Brunzie

Celia Brunzie

Peotone,USA

Summary

To earn a position as a full-time elementary educator.

Education professional with proven track record in elementary teaching. Adept at creating inclusive and interactive learning environments. Recognized for fostering strong team collaboration and adapting to evolving educational needs, ensuring consistent student progress.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Third Grade Teacher

Peotone Elementary School
07.2020 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
  • Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
  • Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, improving overall classroom performance in standardized tests.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Developed critical thinking skills in students through the use of inquiry-based learning activities and problem-solving exercises.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.

Third Grade Teacher

Grant Park Elementary
06.2020 - 07.2022
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
  • Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Developed and implemented effective in-person, remote, and hybrid learning models for third-grade students during the COVID-19 pandemic

Hostess and Trainer

Texas Roadhouse
06.2016 - 05.2021
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
  • Assisted in training new host staff, sharing best practices for maintaining a professional demeanor and efficient work habits.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Proactively assisted servers during busy times, helping to expedite food delivery and maintain high levels of guest satisfaction throughout their meal.

Hostess and Trainer

Red Lobster
07.2014 - 07.2020
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
  • Assisted in training new host staff, sharing best practices for maintaining a professional demeanor and efficient work habits.
  • Proactively assisted servers during busy times, helping to expedite food delivery and maintain high levels of guest satisfaction throughout their meal.
  • Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
  • Minimized customer service complaints by expertly managing customer expectations during busy periods.
  • Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests.

Child Care Provider

Family of Kelly and Dave Popp
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
  • Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, English

Governor State University
University Park, IL
05.2020

High school or equivalent -

Peotone High School
Peotone, IL
05.2013

Skills

  • Strong Rapport with Children
  • Optimistic Mindset
  • Highly Motivated
  • Team Leadership Skills
  • Dependable Team Member
  • Adaptable Mindset
  • Patient-Centered Support
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Structured Planning
  • Dedicated Team Member
  • Committed Professional
  • Imaginative Problem Solving
  • Trustworthy Colleague
  • Willingness To Explore New Approaches
  • Mindfulness Training

Field Experience

  • Third Grade Teacher, Grant Park, IL, Grant Park Elementary School, 2 years
  • Third Grade Teacher, Peotone, IL, Peotone Elementary School, 3 years
  • Student Teacher-3rd Grade, Spring 2020, Worked with 16 socioeconomic students with multiple intelligences, diverse needs and wonderful imaginations.
  • Pre-Student Teaching Experiences, Central Park Elementary School, 5th Grade, Science, Social Studies, Math, Crete Monee Elementary School, 1st Grade, Language Arts, Manhattan Elementary School, Special Education, Peotone Elementary Schools, PreK, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, full day observations
  • Additional Experiences, Vacation Bible School Leader, Captain/Mentor of the Bowling Team, Secretary Leader of TATU/TAD, Child Care Provider with age ranges of 5 months old to 11 years old, Assisted a religious education teacher

Honors And Awards

  • Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Summer 2019, Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Honor Roll Student, Blue Devil Award and MVP for Bowling, Secretary of the TATU/TAD Club.
  • Maintained Dean's List status at Governor State University for four consecutive semesters, 2018-2020.

Activities

  • Governor State University, Enrolled in an American Sign Language course
  • Peotone High School, Member of the International Culture Club for 4 years, Secretary for TAD/TATU for 4 years, Captain of the Bowling team for 1 year, on the team for 4 years, Softball player for 2 years

Hobbies and Interests

  • Working with children
  • Music
  • History
  • Film/Documentaries
  • Art Making
  • Softball/Baseball
  • Bowling

Timeline

Third Grade Teacher

Peotone Elementary School
07.2020 - Current

Third Grade Teacher

Grant Park Elementary
06.2020 - 07.2022

Hostess and Trainer

Texas Roadhouse
06.2016 - 05.2021

Hostess and Trainer

Red Lobster
07.2014 - 07.2020

Child Care Provider

Family of Kelly and Dave Popp
01.2011 - 01.2015

High school or equivalent -

Peotone High School

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, English

Governor State University

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