Cynthia "Petey" Brennan
Tampa,FL
Summary
Accomplished educator and sales associate with a proven track record at Okaloosa County Schools, adept in individualized instruction and building rapport. Expert in lesson planning and interpersonal skills, significantly enhancing student academic success and customer relationships. Demonstrates exceptional organizational abilities and a commitment to fostering educational and retail excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate/Key Holder
Talbots
10.2019 - Current
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Classroom Assistant/Physical Education Teacher
Okaloosa County Schools
03.2015 - 06.2019
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Counted children when lined up for various activities.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills
Language Arts Teacher, Grades 6-8
Okaloosa County Schools
08.2011 - 03.2015
- Evaluated academic skills of 25 students through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Prepared and implemented daily lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
English Tutor
University of West Florida
10.2010 - 08.2011
- Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
- Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC12.1986
Skills
- Building rapport
- Reading instruction
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Interpersonal Skills
- Individualized Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Progress Evaluations
- Motivating students
- Organizational and time management skills
- Homework Assistance
Timeline
Sales Associate/Key Holder
Talbots
10.2019 - Current
Classroom Assistant/Physical Education Teacher
Okaloosa County Schools
03.2015 - 06.2019
Language Arts Teacher, Grades 6-8
Okaloosa County Schools
08.2011 - 03.2015
English Tutor
University of West Florida
10.2010 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
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