Courtney Schamerhorn
Colfax,IA
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
08.2015 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with families, resulting in high levels of trust and confidence in childcare services provided.
- Created safe, inviting in-home environment conducive to structured activity and unstructured play.
- Maintained safe environment by keeping watchful eye on children.
- Assisted with household chores such as laundry, cleaning, and meal preparation to maintain an organized living space for both parents and children.
Brand Partner
PaperPie
11.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Boosted online sales by developing and implementing effective digital marketing strategies.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate responses to inquiries and concerns.
- Increased repeat customers through personalized follow-up communications and targeted promotions.
Middle School Math Teacher
Christ the King School
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, resulting in better support for student needs.
- Created a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusivity, and personal responsibility among students.
- Boosted student confidence and problem-solving skills through engaging group work exercises.
- Modeled core values of school on daily basis in interactions with students, families, administrators and fellow teachers.
Substitute Teacher
Des Moines Schools
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Sales Associate
Gordmans Department Store
2014 - 2015
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05-2012
Skills
- Customer engagement
- Creative direction
- Media planning
- Organizational growth
- Relationship building
Timeline
Brand Partner
PaperPie
11.2023 - Current
In-Home Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
08.2015 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher
Christ the King School
08.2014 - 06.2015
Substitute Teacher
Des Moines Schools
08.2012 - 06.2014
Sales Associate
Gordmans Department Store
2014 - 2015
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Northern Iowa
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