Clyde Lain III
15555 Babblingbrook Drive, Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
I am currently looking for a full time teaching position in an environment that offers a greater challenge, and the opportunity to encourage creativity and higher order thinking in a way that increases student performance. I am a talented, compassionate and motivated individual hopeful to seek employment as a first year teacher.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator/Material Handler
Petroleum Service Corporation SGS/ DOW Chemical
Plaquemine, LA
04.2023 - Current
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
- Operated and maintained palletizing machinery to ensure efficient production.
- Ensured timely and accurate completion of railcar loading tasks.
- Ensured optimal performance of boxing equipment.
- Contributed to the accuracy and speed of packaging processes.
- Performed detailed inspections to identify defects and maintain product integrity.
- Ensured compliance with standard procedures in handling lab specimens.
- Performed efficient loading operations using forklifts.
- Streamlined classification processes through consistent labeling practices.
- Motivated teams to exceed performance expectations through strategic leadership.
- Performed under challenging 12-hour work schedules.
- Completed OSHA safety training to enhance workplace
- Obtained TWIC card for compliance with security standards.
Elementary School Teacher 3rd Grade
East Baton Rouge Parish Schools
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Encouraged creativity by giving students choices in learning topics and methods.
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Translated lesson plans into learning experiences and routinely evaluated student progress and social development.
- Prepared, administered and graded evaluative materials such as examinations and quizzes and created and maintained accurate student records.
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
- Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
- Pursued positive methods to correct student behavior, delivering constructive feedback upon improvement.
- Embraced and actively promoted inclusive and equitable learning environment.
Delivery Driver
Bulldog Transportation/FedEx
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty
- Answered customer questions regarding shipments
- Inspected and maintained gas, oil and water levels as well as tires, lights and brakes
- Obtained signatures on all invoices and credits to stay on top of paperwork requirements
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control
- Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing shifts, noting damage or issues in detailed logs
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information
- Created delivery routes based on destinations and timelines to maintain efficiency
- Ran routes of up to 15 miles per day to efficiently deliver 70-110+ orders
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills
- Managed efficient loading and securing of delivery items into vehicles
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards
- Loaded products weighing up to 100 pounds onto trailers for delivery
- Followed company and legal requirements for deliveries, money handling and transportation
- Managed proper transportation of dangerous goods with no incidents
- Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets
Operations Support Representative
Northern Safety & Industrial
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Executes daily business tasks
- Knowledgeable in CRM, ERP/SAP order entry systems
- Experience in Microsoft Excel
- Sales in Personal Protection Equipment
- Resolving customer concerns
- Knowledgeable in Manhattan Scale
- Shipping and receiving
- Product replenishment
- Prepare orders for shipment or delivery
- Execute prompt deliveries
Part Time Assistant Manager
Intencity Fitness
Sterlington, Louisiana
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Answered customers' questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
- Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport
- Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions
- Kept the gym floor clean and maintained neat, orderly product displays
- Provided onsite training
- Supplied clients with a list of exercises and activities
Delivery Man/ Assistant Warehouse Manager
Monroe City School Board
Monroe, Louisiana
08.2010 - 05.2018
- Unloaded cargo from truck with hand trucks and pallet jacks
- Contacted building supervisors prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times
- Loaded products weighing up to 2000 pounds onto trailers for delivery
- Operated powered lift pallet jacks and forklifts safely and with a 0% incident rate
- Upheld quality standards by monitoring and correcting work
- Managed team of 1-5 co-workers
- Reported inventory balances
- Banded, wrapped, packaged and cleaned equipment
- Verified and recorded the count and condition of cargo received
- Worked at a rapid pace to meet tight deadlines
- Heavy equipment and furniture mover
File Clerk Vault Operations
JP Morgan Chase Home Mortgage
Monroe, Louisiana
02.2008 - 05.2010
- Performed the functions of file pulling, loan and document filing
- Responsible for maintaining production goals
- Separated and organized mortgage documents
Call Center Associate for DIRECTV
Basic Your Best Buy
Monroe, Louisiana
02.2007 - 11.2007
- Handled inbound telephone calls from interested customers
- Gave information about available products and services
- Provided customers with knowledgeable and timely responses to their questions and concerns
- Maintained proficiency in revenue and sales
- Resolved customer complaints by escalating calls to the proper department
- Collaborated with management to resolve concerns and problem calls
Car Salesman
Sparks Nissan/Kia
Monroe, Louisiana
08.2006 - 01.2007
- Showcased vehicle features and took customers on test drives in local area
- Greeted customers at arrival to build positive relationships and discuss vehicles
- Evaluated vehicles before final pickup to check for damage and completed delivery tasks
- Gave detailed information regarding operation of standard and optional vehicle features
- Consulted with customers on the latest styles and trends
- Demonstrated that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions
- Informed customers about all product lines and services offered by the company
- Communicated information to customers about product quality, value and style
Caseworker
Ouachita Parish Police Jury/ Workforce Investment
Monroe, Louisiana
07.2005 - 01.2006
- Addressed questions and concerns from the general public
- Entered client data in a centralized database and maintained up-to-date case records for all clients
- Made appearances at special events
- Kept up-to-date, thorough and accurate case files
- Helped to provide tuition assistance for participants attending college
- Performed public speaking engagements about the youth program
Mentor Program Coordinator/ Probation Officer
Monroe City Court
Monroe, Louisiana
07.2000 - 05.2005
- Supervised adult offenders to monitor compliance with court ordered conditions
- Offered transitional services for program offenders, including referral to appropriate community agencies and organizations
- Conducted disciplinary hearings for adult inmates
- Created, organized and maintained files, daily case notes and electronic databases
- Referred offenders to appropriate community agencies to complete services in compliance with court orders
- Communicated with victims of crimes to verify that restitution was being received properly and promptly
- Answered phone calls concerning clients, handled complaints and responded to requests for information
- Reported violations of supervision conditions
- Recommended coping mechanisms and offered guidance to those individuals who were dealing with intense problems
- Talked with individuals, sharing positive life experiences that would encourage positive self-esteem and boost socialization
- Kept all information confidential
- Matched troubled youth with volunteer mentors
- Maintained and updated files in order to track youth's progress
Dorm Youth Counselor
Louisiana School for the Deaf
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
08.1999 - 01.2000
- Mentored children and offered empowering leadership during recreational and academic activities
- Supervised youth group members to maintain an organized and safe environment
- Liaised with family members to discuss progress and develop ongoing plans for counseling goals
- Communicated with challenged and special needs children in an effort to exact a positive impact and influence
- Supervised 20-25 deaf, and mentally challenged youth
- Organized after school activities
- Learned and communicated basic sign language
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Southern University and A & M College
2000
Skills
- File/records maintenance
- Microsoft Office
- Training and development
- Multi-Tasking
- Chauffeur license
- Confident
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Self-directed
- Resourceful
- Dedicated team player
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Material inventory
- Deadline-driven
- Inventory tracking
- Inventory management
- Motivated self-starter
- Personable and friendly
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Dedicated
- Flexible
- Results-oriented
References
Brian White- Directional Driller, Halliburton (405) 443-9948
Jacqueline Jones- Retired Paraprofessional, Monroe City Schools (318) 267-1994
Patrick Reed- Operator, Georgia Pacific (318) 401-0598
Timeline
Equipment Operator/Material Handler
Petroleum Service Corporation SGS/ DOW Chemical
04.2023 - Current
Elementary School Teacher 3rd Grade
East Baton Rouge Parish Schools
10.2022 - 03.2023
Delivery Driver
Bulldog Transportation/FedEx
10.2019 - 10.2022
Operations Support Representative
Northern Safety & Industrial
08.2018 - 10.2019
Part Time Assistant Manager
Intencity Fitness
10.2017 - 05.2018
Delivery Man/ Assistant Warehouse Manager
Monroe City School Board
08.2010 - 05.2018
File Clerk Vault Operations
JP Morgan Chase Home Mortgage
02.2008 - 05.2010
Call Center Associate for DIRECTV
Basic Your Best Buy
02.2007 - 11.2007
Car Salesman
Sparks Nissan/Kia
08.2006 - 01.2007
Caseworker
Ouachita Parish Police Jury/ Workforce Investment
07.2005 - 01.2006
Mentor Program Coordinator/ Probation Officer
Monroe City Court
07.2000 - 05.2005
Dorm Youth Counselor
Louisiana School for the Deaf
08.1999 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Southern University and A & M College
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