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Danielle Kolb
Wills Point,TX
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic Lead Teacher with a proven track record at First Baptist Learning Center, excelling in differentiated instruction and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Skilled in training and mentoring staff, I enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and project-based learning, significantly improving student outcomes and promoting a positive classroom environment.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
First Baptist Learning Center
Wills Point
2015 - Current
- Fostered strong connections with parents through consistent updates on student progress.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Lead Teacher
Oak Brook Private School
Murphy Texas
2013 - 2015
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
Store Manager
Claire’s
Plano, TX
02.2002 - 2005
- Fostered strong connections with parents through consistent updates on student progress.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Lead Teacher
Creative Children's Academy
Richardson, TX
2010 - 2013
- Served as a member of the school''s leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Store Manager
Dots Clothing
Garland, TX
2005 - 2010
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
- Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.
- Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
- Developed strategies for attracting new customers by analyzing demographic data and conducting targeted marketing initiatives.
- Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.
- Organized special events such as seasonal sales promotions to drive foot traffic into the store and increase sales opportunities.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop company-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall performance across all locations.
- Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
Education
Medical Assistant -
Remington College
Garland, TX2009
Alpha Christian Academy
Garland, TX2003
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Key decision making
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson development
- Staff development
- Student engagement
- Educational leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Project-based learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Mathematics instruction
- Teacher training
- Subject matter expertise
Timeline
Store Manager
Claire’s
02.2002 - 2005
Lead Teacher
First Baptist Learning Center
2015 - Current
Lead Teacher
Oak Brook Private School
2013 - 2015
Lead Teacher
Creative Children's Academy
2010 - 2013
Store Manager
Dots Clothing
2005 - 2010
Medical Assistant -
Remington College
Alpha Christian Academy