EDDIE J HARRIS
Littleton,CO
Summary
Committed Apprentice Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess developing skills in classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Excel in communication, adaptability, and patience, ensuring positive learning environments and fostering educational development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Teacher
DSST College View Middle School
Denver, Colorado
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted lead teachers in classroom management and lesson planning.
- Supported student learning through individualized attention and group activities.
- Collaborated with staff to develop engaging instructional materials and resources.
- Implemented classroom procedures to promote a positive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies.
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and faculty regarding student needs.
- Organized classroom supplies and maintained an orderly learning space.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
CSA - Inside Lawn and Garden
Lowe's Home Improvement
Lakewood, CO
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Informed customers about discounts and special offers on products they were interested in purchasing.
- Answered customer inquiries about the store's products or services.
- Greeted customers entering the store warmly.
- Cleaned work areas throughout the day to keep them presentable for customers.
- Provided excellent customer service in a friendly and professional manner.
- Assisted customers with product selection based on their individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted customers with selecting products, answering questions, and making product recommendations.
Plant Health Care Technician
American Arbor Care
Denver, CO
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Pruned trees to improve the health, structure, and aesthetics of the tree.
- Utilized specialized tools such as pole saws, chippers and stump grinders when necessary.
- Injected pesticides into diseased trees to prevent further damage from occurring.
- Removed dead limbs from trees using ropes, climbing gear and a chainsaw.
- Cleaned up debris from job sites after completing work assignments in a timely manner.
- Maintained records of all work performed including photographs taken during inspections.
- Applied pesticides and fungicides following environmental protection guidelines to control pests and diseases.
- Cared for trees through watering, branch removal, and pruning.
- Supported tree climbers and crew leaders working on ground and aloft.
- Communicated with clients regarding arboriculture services offered by the company.
- Performed stump grinding operations with appropriate safety equipment.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
Zookeeper
Ellen Trout Zoo
Lufkin, TX
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Observed animal details such as size, condition, behavior and eating habits and documented data
- Followed animal care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise
- Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments
- Kept stalls, kennels, exhibits and holding areas neat and clean
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
- Developed and preserved naturalistic appearance of public exhibits Cleaned, disinfected, inspected, maintained, and repaired animal enclosures and keeper work areas
Loader
Lowe's Home Improvement
Nacogdoches, TX
12.2008 - 12.2014
- Interpreted hand signals and listened for verbal instruction to determine where materials were to be placed
- Operated power jacks and forklifts to maneuver products onto load trailers and trucks
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to 100 pounds on conveyor belts to transport items
- Arranged items at destination according to customer requests and instructions
- Moved product and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by addressing issues and fostering timely resolution.
Paralegal Specialist
Army National Guard
Marshall, TX
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades and accounted for all weapons
- Received and implemented combat orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive and retrograde operations
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition processes
- Maintained law and administrative library, as well as department files and records.
Assistant Manager/ Office Clerk
Brookshire Brothers
- Monitor sales staff performance to ensure that goals are met
- Confer with company officials to develop methods and procedures to increase sales, expand markets, and promote business
- Direct and supervise employees engaged in sales, inventory-taking, reconciling cash receipts, or performing specific services, such as pumping gasoline for customers
- Provide staff with assistance in performing difficult or complicated duties Keep records pertaining to purchases, sales, and requisitions
- Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages
- Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders, and address complaints
- Open, sort, and route incoming mail, answer correspondence, and prepare outgoing mail
- Compile, copy, sort, and file records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities
- Stock shelves, racks, cases, bins, and tables with new or transferred merchandise
- Clean display cases, shelves, and aisles
- Receive, open, unpack and issue sales floor merchandise Transport packages to customers' vehicles
- Itemize and total customer merchandise selection at checkout counter, using cash register, and accept cash or charge card for purchases.
Band Member
Army National Guard
Austin, TX
- Practice musical instrument performances, individually or in rehearsal with other musicians, to master individual pieces of music and to maintain and improve skills
- Perform before live audiences
- Sight-read musical parts during rehearsals
- Play musical instruments as soloists, or as members or guest artists of musical groups such as orchestras, ensembles, or bands
- Play from memory or by following scores Gather and empty trash
- Clean building floors by sweeping mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NY 07.2025 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TXSome College (No Degree) - Biology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TXSome College (No Degree) - Biology
Angelina College
Lufkin, TXSkills
- Team management
- Problem resolution
- Organization
- Critical thinking
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Staff education and training
- Record keeping
- Patience and tolerance
- Strong work ethic
- Classroom management
Certification
- Qualified Supervisor
Timeline
Apprentice Teacher
DSST College View Middle School
07.2025 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
07.2025 - 01.2026
CSA - Inside Lawn and Garden
Lowe's Home Improvement
08.2023 - 08.2025
Plant Health Care Technician
American Arbor Care
07.2023 - 07.2025
Zookeeper
Ellen Trout Zoo
08.2021 - 06.2023
Loader
Lowe's Home Improvement
12.2008 - 12.2014
Paralegal Specialist
Army National Guard
Assistant Manager/ Office Clerk
Brookshire Brothers
Band Member
Army National Guard
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management
Stephen F Austin State University
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Angelina College