Dejean Tatum
Hemet,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a robust background in curriculum development and student engagement, demonstrating a strong track record of effective collaboration within teams while adapting to the evolving landscape of education. Proficient in implementing innovative instructional strategies and maintaining classroom management that cultivates a positive learning environment, fostering student growth and achievement. Committed to delivering measurable outcomes by emphasizing student success through tailored teaching methods that address diverse learning styles. Passionate about designing impactful educational experiences that empower students to reach their full potential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Skateboard Instructor/Summer Camp Counselor
KenMont and KenWood Camps
06.2021 - Current
- I am responsible for running the skateboarding and one-wheel program at Kenmont and kenwood summer camp. I run 6, 1 hour periods containing children of all different ages. I supervise 5 counselors I delegate to different jobs and task we are the most productive and popular activity on the summer camp. I come up with different ways on how to teach and have fun on a daily basis to make it more engaging for the kids
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing their instructional techniques and classroom management skills.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse age groups and learning styles.
- Facilitated skill-building activities that promoted teamwork and personal growth among campers.
- Coordinated daily schedules, optimizing time management and resource allocation for maximum engagement.
- Led training workshops for staff on effective teaching strategies and camper communication practices.
Maintenance Crew Member
KenMont and KenWood Camps
05.2021 - Current
- (Summer job) Doing pre- and post- camp consist of various labor I’ve personally been working on jobs such as remodeling cabins, reproofing cabins, redoing flooring, painting full cabins inside and out, cutting the wood to raise the crossbeams in cabins, driving a tractor to do yard work, and using various tools circular saws, multi tool, table saw, drills of different types
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
After School Program Leader
Think Together
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Afterschool program lead consisted of gathering the kids ( I had specific 5th graders) . and leading them through the after school program touring, outdoor activity, instructional activity snack and homework help. I started the job in September of 2023 and in the summer I work at a summer camp and then come back as an after school aid.
- Designed and implemented engaging educational activities for diverse student groups.
- Collaborated with staff to develop curriculum aligned with educational standards and student needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents regarding development goals.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Monitored student safety while conducting indoor or outdoor activities.
Lumper
humano
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Lumper consisted of breaking open the lock on a container looking at the manifest sheet and unloading the boxes by the information provided on the sheet looking of serial numbers making sure they would line up stacking them by the correct dimensions. it was an early morning job starting at 4 am and ending around 10 am
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport goods efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Managed inventory organization, ensuring optimal space utilization and accessibility of products.
- Trained new hires on safety protocols and proper handling techniques for various materials.
- Implemented best practices for product placement, reducing retrieval times for high-demand items.
- Assisted in the maintenance of cleanliness and orderliness in work areas, promoting a safe workspace.
- Documented daily activities and inventory counts, ensuring accurate records for management review.
Paint Line Worker
Pacific Bend Inc
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Steel factory worker responsible for prep the metal beams to be painter and assembled.
- Then taking if the beams off the conveyer line stacking and wrap them
- Operated and maintained paint line equipment to ensure consistent output quality.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve production efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced throughput while maintaining safety standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining production schedules.
- Ensured consistent color matching with precise mixing techniques, resulting in visually appealing products that met customer specifications.
- Exceeded performance targets with consistent adherence to established processes while offering suggestions for ongoing improvements when appropriate.
Education
Associate of Science - sports medicine
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2021
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Experience with Children
- Sports coaching
- Teaching
- child care
- Time Management
- Microsoft Word
- Supervising experience
- Security
- Manual handling
- Frame carpentry
- Inventory control
- Remodeling
- Concrete forming
- Forklift safety protocols
- Conveyor belts
- Time Management
- Emergency procedures
- Visual inventory control
- Customer Service
- Materials handling
- Mechanical knowledge
- Order fulfillment
- Managing teams in warehouse setting
- Heavy equipment operation
- RFID for inventory management
- Mentoring
- Hand tools
- Renovation
- Woodworking
- Customer service
- Shipping & receiving
- Packing
- Communication skills
- Warehouse experience - Warehouse experience (3-5 years)
- Assembly
- Order picker
- Schematics
- Construction painting
- Pallet jack
- Load & unload
- Hazard communication
- Handyman experience
- Forklift
- Surveillance
Certification
- Child Development Associate Certification
- Program Lead, [think together - 40 hours
Languages
English
Timeline
After School Program Leader
Think Together
09.2023 - 05.2025
Lumper
humano
01.2023 - 05.2025
Paint Line Worker
Pacific Bend Inc
08.2021 - 08.2023
Skateboard Instructor/Summer Camp Counselor
KenMont and KenWood Camps
06.2021 - Current
Maintenance Crew Member
KenMont and KenWood Camps
05.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - sports medicine
Grand Canyon University
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