Hi, I’m
Chrystal Flowers
Garner,NC
Summary
Creative entrepreneur, passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Self-motivated professional who is effective at inspiring others and constructing successful teams.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Flowers Education Consulting ServicesGarner, NC
Startup Founder
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
- Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
- Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
The Southeast Raleigh TableRaleigh, NC
Director of Music and Worship
11.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Oak City AcademyGarner, NC
Elementary Lead Teacher
08.2012 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Head of grade level
- Professional trainer and mentor of many other lead teachers
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Created and led field trips and hands-on activities to foster creativity.
Education
North American Montessori Center (NAMC)Vancouver, Canada
International Montessori Teaching Diploma from Montessori Early Childhood
01.2017
Skills
- Proficient in most software programs
- Behavioral improvements
- Safety awareness
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Activity Planning
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Curriculum selection
- Lesson Planning
- Strategic Vision
- Team Leadership
- Business Development and Planning
- Project Management
- Talent Acquisition
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Character Building
- People and Culture
- Balanced Work Ethic
- Systems Thinker
Hobbies
When I'm not the chauffer for my three children (14,12,8), I'm hiking, doing yoga, writing music, working on my book, or vibing at a cool karaoke spot!
Timeline
Startup Founder
Flowers Education Consulting Services
01.2022 - Current
Director of Music and Worship
The Southeast Raleigh Table
11.2021 - Current
Elementary Lead Teacher
Oak City Academy
08.2012 - 09.2021
North American Montessori Center (NAMC)
International Montessori Teaching Diploma from Montessori Early Childhood
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