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Crystal Smith

Greenwood,IN

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience at Kroger, excelling in relationship building and critical thinking. Proven track record in enhancing team productivity and streamlining operations. Adept at classroom management and accounting, driving financial accuracy and fostering supportive environments. Recognized for leadership and problem-solving skills, consistently achieving operational excellence and positive outcomes.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Childtime Learning Center
04.2022 - 07.2025
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.

Supervising Manager

Kroger
11.2000 - 10.2023
  • Managed budgets effectively to allocate resources efficiently while ensuring financial stability for the department or company as a whole.
  • Established a positive work environment with effective leadership, clear expectations, and open communication.
  • Navigated complex situations successfully using critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and sound judgment.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Ordered new equipment and inventory and scheduled repairs for damaged equipment.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Throughout my 23 years with Kroger I served in many capacities, many of them in supervisory roles.

Assistant Bookkeeper

Marsh
08.1995 - 11.2000
  • Supported the bookkeeper with payroll processing, ensuring accurate employee compensation.
  • Ensured timely payments to vendors by tracking invoices and promptly processing checks.
  • Maintained financial records to verify completeness and availability of records and compliance with policy and established regulatory guidelines.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Penn Foster
Scottsdale, AZ
08-2027

English And Math Majors

Emmerich Manual
Indianapolis, IN
05-1997

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Small group instruction
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Customer Service
  • Accounting

Timeline

Teacher

Childtime Learning Center
04.2022 - 07.2025

Supervising Manager

Kroger
11.2000 - 10.2023

Assistant Bookkeeper

Marsh
08.1995 - 11.2000

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Penn Foster

English And Math Majors

Emmerich Manual