Darleane Leonard
Ravenden,Arkansas
Summary
Passionate substitute teacher committed to providing social and cognitive support to students to reinforce learning objectives. Excellent role model known for reinforcing positive behaviors and creating stimulating environment to encourage learning. Dedicated and responsive teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS
Knoxville, Tennessee
01.2021 - Current
- Provide meaningful instruction to students in assigned classrooms while regular teachers are absent
- Review and implement regular teacher's routines, procedures, lesson plans, and curriculum objectives
- Establish and maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment
- Report any student injuries, illness, and serious discipline problems to school administration
- Perform other duties as directed by the school administration.
Office Manager
Lawline of North Carolina
Jacksonville, NC
04.1999 - 03.2023
- Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
- Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
- Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
- Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days .
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Processed payroll accurately ensuring all employees were paid on time.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
Assistant Manager
Lowes Home Improvement
03.1999 - 08.2010
- Anticipating customer flow and work demand and redirecting efforts and schedules to ensure proper coverage when and where needed
- Planning for spikes in sales and ensuring the store has the in-stock position to support the demand
- Conducting safety walks, monitoring use of store power equipment, and coaching associates around safe work practices.
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Office Manager
Stuart Popkin Law Firm
Jacksonville, NC
04.1997 - 03.1999
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Integrated technology into lessons whenever possible.
- Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
- Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
- Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
- Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days .
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Processed payroll accurately ensuring all employees were paid on time.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Organized company events including holiday parties, team building activities .
- Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing off on behalf of the company.
- Prepared agendas for board meetings along with taking minutes during sessions.
- Conducted research projects related to new product development or marketing initiatives.
- Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
- Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
- Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
- Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
Education
Associate of Science - Education
Arkansas State University-Newport
OnlineAssociate of Science - Graphic Design/Business
Arkansas State University
State University, ARAssociate of Arts - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Classroom Organization
- Records management
- Discussion Facilitation
- Small Group Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
- Motivating Students
- Instructional Best Practices
- Problem Solving
- Learning Assessments
- Family Involvement
- Flexible and Adaptive
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Public Speaking
- Learning Style Assessment
- Faculty Collaboration
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Interactive Teaching and Learning
- Parental Participation
- Cognitive and Behavioral Development
- Parent and Student Communication
- Proofreading and Editing
- Special Needs Students
- Experiential Learning
- Test Proctoring
- Standardized Testing Techniques
- Blackboard Software
- Child Development
- Curriculum Development
- Parent and Teacher Conferences
- Lesson Planning
- Clear Public Speaking Skills
- Behavior Management
- Student-Centered Learning
- IEP Planning
- Standardized Testing
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Kinesthetic Learning
- Critical Thinking
- Community Involvement
- Reporting and Documentation
- Effective Listening
- Student Evaluations
- Student Needs Assessment
- Program Development
- Group Learning Mechanics
- Student Rapport
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Student Records Management
- Instructional Methods
- Classroom Management
- Fundraising
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Test Grading
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Classroom Restocking
- Team Building
- Technology Integration
- Quizzes, Tests, and Exams
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Assigning and Grading Work
- Learning Strategies
- Performance Assessments
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS
01.2021 - Current
Office Manager
Lawline of North Carolina
04.1999 - 03.2023
Assistant Manager
Lowes Home Improvement
03.1999 - 08.2010
Office Manager
Stuart Popkin Law Firm
04.1997 - 03.1999
Associate of Science - Education
Arkansas State University-Newport
Associate of Science - Graphic Design/Business
Arkansas State University
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
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