CHRISTOPHER PETTY
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, eager to secure an entry-level position that contributes to team success and aligns with company objectives. Detail-oriented professional recognized for exceptional communication and project management abilities, adept at managing multiple tasks efficiently in fast-paced environments. A proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues consistently leads to optimized processes and enhanced team performance. Seeking a full-time role that offers professional challenges while leveraging interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Special Education Teacher
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans by implementing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to enhance classroom management techniques and maintain a positive learning environment.
- Assisted in developing adaptive materials and resources to meet specific student needs and learning styles.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators and parents on academic achievements and challenges.
- Facilitated small group activities to promote social skills and peer interactions among students with special needs.
Long Term Substitute
Chesapeake Public Schools
12.2024 - Current
- Successfully implemented strategies that fostered an atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Utilized creative teaching methods to engage student interest and maximize learning potential.
- Encouraged appropriate behavior by establishing clear expectations for student conduct.
- Assisted special education teachers in providing individual instruction to special needs students.
- Effectively managed classroom environment of up to 30 students in absence of regular teacher.
- Maintained discipline and classroom control, fostering safe and positive learning environment.
Recreation Leader
Suffolk Parks and Recreation
06.2023 - Current
- Planned and facilitated recreational activities for children of all ages, including arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dance and outdoor activities.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop innovative ideas for activities.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while supervising large groups of children in various settings.
- Developed positive relationships with participants to ensure a safe and enjoyable atmosphere.
- Assisted with the set-up and clean-up of recreation equipment before and after events.
- Provided instruction on proper safety techniques when participating in physical activities.
- Settled competitive disputes with calm management of disagreements.
Greeter
Walmart
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Welcome customers
- Cross-check customers' receipts when they leave.
- Built relationships with repeat customers through friendly conversations and personalized service.
- Assisted customers in navigating store locations, locating items, and providing product information.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Sports Management
Chowan University
05.2023
Skills
- Welcoming demeanor
- Building rapport
- Strong work ethic
- Patience and composure
- Reliability and punctuality
- Patience and empathy
- IEP development
- Team management
- Quick learner
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and reliable
- Multitasking and organization
- Computer skills
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Interpersonal and social skills
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Assistant Special Education Teacher
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
Long Term Substitute
Chesapeake Public Schools
12.2024 - Current
Recreation Leader
Suffolk Parks and Recreation
06.2023 - Current
Greeter
Walmart
12.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Sports Management
Chowan University