DARRION Knowlton
Magnolia ,TX
Summary
Encouraging and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Primrose Schools
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Support Teacher to Assistant Director
Primrose Schools
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Oversaw recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain high-quality teaching staff.
- Oversaw purchasing and organization of school supplies inventory.
Summer Nanny
Amber Cohorn
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day
- Managed general housekeeping duties, including feeding, resting, and cleanup
- Seven years childcare experience
- Escorted children on outings and trips to local parks and zoos
- Disciplined children and recommended other measures to correct behavior
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
Cashier to Front End Supervior
Kroger
10.2014 - 07.2018
- Demonstrated that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency
- Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire store
- Communicated merchandise needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in a timely fashion
- Balanced needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment
- Communicated information to customers about product quality, value and style
- Processed all sales transactions accurately and in timely fashion
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
Nanny
Amber Cohorn
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Routinely picked children up from school and activities
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems
- Disciplined children and recommended other measures to correct behavior.
Education
No Degree -
Lone Star College System
Spring, TX05.2018
High School Diploma -
The Woodlands High School
The Woodlands, TX05.2016
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Training and mentoring
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Listening Skills
- Staff Management
- Task Delegation
- Human Resources
- Scheduling and Coordinating
References
- Kathy Rosso - Director of Primrose At Sonoma Ranch
210-372- 1488
- Jennifer Bailey- Director of Primrose at Sterling Ridge
281- 681- 3500
- Monica Snow- Owner of Primrose At Sonoma Ranch
210- 372- 1488
- Arlena Mclaughlin- Owner of Primroses in The Woodlands Area
936- 522- 8620
Extracurricular Activities
Conroe ISD Cross Country Team 2010-2016 Babysitting 2010-2019
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Primrose Schools
05.2021 - 05.2024
Support Teacher to Assistant Director
Primrose Schools
08.2018 - 05.2021
Summer Nanny
Amber Cohorn
06.2018 - 08.2018
Nanny
Amber Cohorn
09.2015 - 05.2016
Cashier to Front End Supervior
Kroger
10.2014 - 07.2018
No Degree -
Lone Star College System
High School Diploma -
The Woodlands High School