Charlene Howsden
Front Desk Worker
Fruitland,ID
Summary
- I enjoy working with people and love learning new methods. I'm a loyal and trustworthy employee.
- I value confidentiality in the work place both for the employer and for the customer.
- I'm in need of employment to supplement my fixed income to meet my daily living needs. Truthfully, I am an older, retired person, but am healthy and strong of mind, willing to give my best service.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Buhl Food Pantry
Buhl, Idaho 83316
07.2011 - 04.2019
- Position required working with a variety of suppliers, support staff, community sponsors, and customers.
- Involved pre-planning of the ordering of commodities, setting distribution standards, and a knowledge of governmental guidelines was necessary.
- Training of staff was held weekly with an emphasis on confidentiality of our clients.
- Monthly and yearly reports to the oversight committee were made and financial records were kept and disclosed to them.
Teacher
Buhl School District #412
Buhl, Idaho 83316
06.1987 - 05.2011
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Boise State University
Boise, ID12.1986
Skills
- Organized and efficient
- Like routine, but am adaptable
- Enjoy working with others but can work independently
- Friendly and compassionate with clients
- Willing to learn new methods
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager
Buhl Food Pantry
07.2011 - 04.2019
Teacher
Buhl School District #412
06.1987 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Boise State University