Elizabeth Smith
Laurens,SC
Summary
Knowledgeable and dedicated Human Service professional with extensive experience in working with people in crisis situations. A team player with a positive demeanor. Proven skills in establishing rapport with others. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to organizational success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant Upper Montessori 4-5th
Laurens District 55-Gray Court Owings School
2023.08 - 2024.05
- Teaching & Mentoring up to 5 different grade levels during year as needed
- Problem Solving & Critical thinking in providing motivation for up to 14 students
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Manufacturing Production Associate
Phillips Staffing
2021.09 - 2023.02
- Inspected finished products for quality
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals
- trained on safety and operation of robotic & other roles in production
Supervisor, Customer Service, Cashier, FL Cook
Aramark- Presbyterian College, AVI Foods
2021.07 - 2022.08
- Enhanced professional relationships with administration and students
- 300+ transactions for students & administration with accuracy and speed
- Training new & current employees on work station, expectations & responsibilities
After-School Teacher
Greenville County School District- Fork Shoals
2019.08 - 2020.03
- Teaching Reading, Math & Writing subject matter to 15 students on information compiled from required assignments from multiple sources, including textbooks and other educational materials.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education
- Supervision & Assistance of up to 40 children grades( K-5th)
- Conflict resolution
Substitute Teacher, Teachers Assistant, Spec Ed
Kelly Educational Services-
2018.08 - 2019.06
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by Laurens High School & EB Morse Elementary based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Machine Operator, Driver, Executive Assistant
Design Quest
2017.08 - 2018.03
- Machine Operator: Milling & Router Operator for production of various parts and in process inspections & assembly of vehicle components
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Recruitment of new business through interpersonal skills & marketing of materials
- Communicated with Vendors & Customers
- Delivery, pick up of parts and essential materials
Guardian Ad Litem
Internship
2014.01 - 2014.05
- Developed Powerpoint Presentation for Guardian Ad Litem Volunteer Investigators
- Observation & familiar with Family Court Hearings
- Training in Abuse & Neglect procedures
Communities in Schools (Midlands) Case Manager/Mentor
Heyward Gibbs MS
2013.01 - 2013.05
- Teacher "Why Try" life skills program to 6-8th grade with 12-15 students per class. (Making right choices, overcoming challenges, conflict resolution, enhancing relationships with peers & family)
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals working under Counselor
- Improvement in student improvement and grade performance
- Assisting students with life adjustments, academic performance & personal behavior issues
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Limestone University Online Program
Gaffney, SC12.2024
Associate of Arts - Applied Science - Human Services (SW)
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC05.2015
Skills
- Team Player
- Organized
- Flexible
- Problem Solving
- Teaching
- Writing & Presentation skills
- Behavior Management
- Student Supervision
- Student and Parent relations
- Discussion Facilitation
- Clerical Support
Timeline
Teaching Assistant Upper Montessori 4-5th
Laurens District 55-Gray Court Owings School
2023.08 - 2024.05
Manufacturing Production Associate
Phillips Staffing
2021.09 - 2023.02
Supervisor, Customer Service, Cashier, FL Cook
Aramark- Presbyterian College, AVI Foods
2021.07 - 2022.08
After-School Teacher
Greenville County School District- Fork Shoals
2019.08 - 2020.03
Substitute Teacher, Teachers Assistant, Spec Ed
Kelly Educational Services-
2018.08 - 2019.06
Machine Operator, Driver, Executive Assistant
Design Quest
2017.08 - 2018.03
Guardian Ad Litem
Internship
2014.01 - 2014.05
Communities in Schools (Midlands) Case Manager/Mentor
Heyward Gibbs MS
2013.01 - 2013.05
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Limestone University Online Program
Associate of Arts - Applied Science - Human Services (SW)
Midlands Technical College
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