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Donna Jo Brown-Cunningham

Bloomfield,KY

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record, enhancing student engagement through differentiated instruction and innovative curriculum development. Skilled in utilizing instructional technology to boost academic performance, exemplified by a 20-point increase in assessment scores. Adept at fostering a culturally competent and inclusive classroom environment.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Nelson County Schools
Bloomfield, KY
11.2024 - Current
  • Boosted class scores on Community Assessment by 20 points within four months.
  • Creating a safe, inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Cultivating strong academic routines to support readiness for further education.
  • Developing class learning plans to meet district and state requirements for instruction.
  • Striving every day to differentiate instruction and push each student to think at a higher level.
  • Incorporating technology through varied methods and platforms to foster student engagement.

Perishables Manager/Assistant Manager

Dollar General
Bloomfield, Ky
09.2017 - 11.2024
  • Assigned to other stores to help train new staff.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Coached, mentored, and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.

Store Manager

Dollar General
Shelbyville and Taylorsville, Ky
03.2011 - 10.2013
  • Supervised and trained staff to serve customers, handle products correctly, and comply with all company, state, and federal requirements.
  • Handled customer and employee complaints and resolved issues in a professional manner.
  • Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Managed store operations and ensured the smooth running of day-to-day activities.
  • Provided frequent feedback and yearly evaluations of employee performance.

Store Manager/Assistant Manager

Archiver's Photo Memory Store
Louisville, Ky
08.2006 - 03.2011
  • Managed and coordinated training for a diverse team of sales associates to provide excellent customer service in a constantly changing environment.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Planned daily and weekly staff development addressing new techniques, tools, and classes.
  • Completed yearly performance evaluations for all staff members.
  • Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.

District Supervisor/Executive Assistant Manager/Assistant Manager

Walgreen Company
Louisville, KY
03.2001 - 08.2006
  • Directed compliance, customer service, and technical training initiatives for photo lab employees spanning more than 70 stores.
  • Developed a new training system for photo lab technical procedures, including how-to guides distributed district-wide.
  • Developed and implemented district-wide training initiatives for supervisors.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to safety, health, employment, and labor relations.
  • Investigated and addressed customer complaints regarding product quality or customer service issues within the district.
  • Collaborated with regional leadership teams on strategies for improving overall performance across the entire organization.
  • Investigated and addressed customer complaints regarding product quality or customer service issues within the district.

Area Coordinator

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, Ky
08.1999 - 03.2001
  • Directed professional and student staff supervising students across three residence halls.
  • Coordinated conflict resolution among students.
  • Served as a liaison among students, parents, and university administration.
  • I instructed one class per semester for student staff.
  • Advised student staff in implementing social programs and activities for residents.
  • Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.

High School Social Studies Teacher

Nelson County Schools
Bardstown, Ky
08.1993 - 05.1999
  • Structured innovative curriculum materials enhancing student understanding of historical topics across various levels.
  • Worked with collaborative teaching partners to apply differentiated instruction and activities to address different learning styles.
  • Organized and led field trips to enhance students' understanding of historical events.
  • Encouraged learning through group activities, hands-on projects, and student presentations.
  • Served as the National Honor Society sponsor, 4-H sponsor, and assistant cheerleading coach.

Education

MA - Student Personnel Services for Higher Education

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, Ky

BA - Political Science Teaching, History minor

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, Ky

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Instructional technology
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Educational assessment
  • Cultural competency
  • Student engagement
  • Project-based learning

Timeline

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Nelson County Schools
11.2024 - Current

Perishables Manager/Assistant Manager

Dollar General
09.2017 - 11.2024

Store Manager

Dollar General
03.2011 - 10.2013

Store Manager/Assistant Manager

Archiver's Photo Memory Store
08.2006 - 03.2011

District Supervisor/Executive Assistant Manager/Assistant Manager

Walgreen Company
03.2001 - 08.2006

Area Coordinator

Eastern Kentucky University
08.1999 - 03.2001

High School Social Studies Teacher

Nelson County Schools
08.1993 - 05.1999

MA - Student Personnel Services for Higher Education

Eastern Kentucky University

BA - Political Science Teaching, History minor

Eastern Kentucky University

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