Devin Olivia Hagans-Long
Atlanta,USA
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experienced in leading classrooms and executing lesson plans. Provides effective instruction and guidance to students of all ages, fostering positive classroom environments and managing student behavior. Student-focused Substitute Teacher excelling in classroom management and delivering engaging lessons. Diligent in following teachers' plans and maintaining discipline. Possesses excellent computer skills and a solid understanding of classroom technology.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Cobb County School System
06.2025 - Current
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning activities.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behavior and promoting respect.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Substitute Teacher
Upkid
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained consistency in schedules to uphold classroom routines.
- Built strong connections with students, providing consistent encouragement and support.
- Repeatedly sought after by educators for substitute teaching due to consistent, reliable performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Upheld classroom standards by adhering to established guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
Counselor
CRY BABIES LLC Josh Powell Camp
05.2023 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers
- Reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities
- Responded to emergency situations by following first-aid guidelines
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips
Lead Teacher
Kids R Kids Learning Academy
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Pastry Chef De Partie
Marriott International St. Regis Buckhead
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent
- Crafted custom designs for special occasions.
- Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts
- Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients
- Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing
- Packaged finished products for sale
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven
Head Baker
Brown Sugar Gourmet Desserts
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes
- Trained and supervised new employees on bakery operations and procedures
- Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes
- Created appealing displays to showcase products in bakery
- Coordinated food deliveries to guarantee timely arrival of supplies
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers
Pastry Trainee
Silversea Cruises
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation
- Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer
- Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries
- Give live action culinary cooking in front of guest
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven
House Manager
Love Communications LLC
10.2013 - 06.2016
- Cook and prep breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts and snacks for the household
- Pay and record all bills associated with the home
- Fix and repair all house problems or find someone who can
- Babysit children, including drop off and pick up from school and after school activities
- Wash, dry, fold and put away laundry
- Clean house, including mopping, vacuuming, making beds and so forth
- Formulated and oversaw housekeeping budget to manage expenditures and control expenses
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Georgia State University
05.2023
Associate of Arts - Baking and Pastry
The Culinary Institute Of America
05.2011
High School Diploma -
Dutchtown High School
05.2008
Skills
- Flexible in dynamic environments
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Active listening
- Effective problem resolution
- Documentation and reporting
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organization and planning
- Excellent communication
- Coordinating events effectively
- Strong verbal and non-verbal communication
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Cobb County School System
06.2025 - Current
Lead Teacher
Kids R Kids Learning Academy
02.2025 - 05.2025
Substitute Teacher
Upkid
03.2024 - Current
Counselor
CRY BABIES LLC Josh Powell Camp
05.2023 - Current
Pastry Chef De Partie
Marriott International St. Regis Buckhead
10.2019 - 07.2021
Head Baker
Brown Sugar Gourmet Desserts
03.2017 - 03.2018
Pastry Trainee
Silversea Cruises
07.2016 - 01.2017
House Manager
Love Communications LLC
10.2013 - 06.2016
Associate of Arts - Baking and Pastry
The Culinary Institute Of America
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Georgia State University
High School Diploma -
Dutchtown High School
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