Dennis Kirby
Houston ,Texas
Summary
I have extensive and successful experience dealing with adults and children. As a member of Toastmasters I have developed public-speaking and leadership skills. For many years I have been active in volunteer activities. These have included volunteering at Crisis Hotline, crewman on the sailing ship Elissa, and an instructor in an ESL course at Emerson Unitarian Church. Currently I work with Theater Suburbia and am taking a course in American Sign Language.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Family Literacy Network
02.2022 - Current
- I have worked successfully one-on-one with students to improve their reading skills. The program also emphasizes vocabulary, spelling, and reading comprehension . Most of the students have been elementary or middle-school age.
- I have worked successfully with students that have learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and other emotional problems.
- Since September 2023 I have also worked simultaneously at Huntington Learning Center Memorial, 9451 Katy Freeway Houston Texas 77024.
- . I have worked with student from PreK to High School. Huntington emphasis broader academic skills such as reading comprehension, writings skills, and math.
Sales
New Balance Of Houston
01.2007 - 11.2012
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
Sales
Circuit City Stores
02.2002 - 12.2007
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services
- Successfully sold audio visual equipment.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Mentored junior sales representatives, sharing best practices for lead generation and closing sales effectively.
Annual Fund Shift Supervisor
University Of Houston
02.1988 - 01.2002
- I was in charge of a telephone fund -raising effort for UH Annual Fund. I was responsible for gathering of and transmission of program data.
- I aided in writing script materials for the calling effort.
- The program raised $1,000,000 in my final year.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Education
BBA - Finance
University of Houston
Houston, TX08.1973
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- In-person tutoring
- Confidence building
- Literacy development
- Verbal and written communication
- Organization and preparation
- Skills development
Affiliations
- Member of Toastmasters International
- I have served in numerous offices with Unity Toastmasters of Houston. These have included, President, Vice-President of Eduction, Secretary, Treasurer, and Sergeant-at Arms
- I am a volunteer at Theater Suburbia. I built theatrical sets and help run the performances.
Timeline
Tutor
Family Literacy Network
02.2022 - Current
Sales
New Balance Of Houston
01.2007 - 11.2012
Sales
Circuit City Stores
02.2002 - 12.2007
Annual Fund Shift Supervisor
University Of Houston
02.1988 - 01.2002
BBA - Finance
University of Houston
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