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Christina Walker

Citrus Springs,Florida

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in educational and retail management roles, notably with Citrus County School District. Excelled in team building and program development, enhancing learning environments and driving sales growth. Skilled in data analysis and effective listening, adept at serving diverse communities. Achieved significant improvements in educational engagement and retail productivity.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher's Aide/ Paraprofessional

Citrus County School District
08.2023 - Current
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet up to 16 students' academic needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Real Estate Agent

The MLS Online
05.2016 - 08.2020
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
  • Collaborated with mortgage companies to accurately determine loan and mortgage options for clients.
  • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
  • Developed and implemented strategic marketing plans to increase potential for selling properties and generate more leads.
  • Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
  • Managed approximately 20 incoming calls, emails and texts per day from clients and colleagues

Store Manager District Trainer

Ascena Retail Group Inc.-dressbarn
05.2009 - 10.2015
  • Prepared annual budget, scheduled expenditures and analyzed variances.
  • Supervised and effectively trained 15-25 employees per store to decrease process lags and boost productivity.
  • Proposed innovative ideas to increase market share.
  • Supported store openings by setting up office space, equipment, displays and POS systems.
  • Directed training programs and development paths for managers and supervisors.
  • Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
  • Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
  • Drove business for stores that totaled up to $1.8 Million in sales annually

Store Manager

Vanity Shops of Grand Forks
02.2005 - 05.2009
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Managed store totaling over $1.2 Million in annual sales

Education

Associate of Arts - Psychology

College of Central Florida
Lecanto, FL
05-2027

Associate of Arts -

Inver Hills Community College
Inver Grove Heights, MN

High School Diploma -

Eagan High School
Eagan, MN
06-2003

High School Diploma -

School of Environmental Studies
Apple Valley, MN
06.2003

Skills

  • Effective listening
  • Group learning mechanics
  • Clear public speaking skills
  • Program development
  • Record keeping
  • Parent and student communication
  • Data analysis
  • Serving diverse communities
  • Student records management

Hobbies

Tennis          Rollerblading           Family Adventures         Creating Art           Home Projects

Certifications and Professional Development

University of Florida Flamingo Emergent Literacy Microcredential, 2024

University of Florida Flamingo Elementary Literacy Microcredential, 2024

CPR/First Aid Training, 2023

Youth Mental Health First Aid, 2023

Seizure Training for School Personnel, 2023

Minnesota Real Estate License, 2016-2020

Timeline

Teacher's Aide/ Paraprofessional

Citrus County School District
08.2023 - Current

Real Estate Agent

The MLS Online
05.2016 - 08.2020

Store Manager District Trainer

Ascena Retail Group Inc.-dressbarn
05.2009 - 10.2015

Store Manager

Vanity Shops of Grand Forks
02.2005 - 05.2009

Associate of Arts - Psychology

College of Central Florida

Associate of Arts -

Inver Hills Community College

High School Diploma -

Eagan High School

High School Diploma -

School of Environmental Studies
Christina Walker