Elyseia Dunn
Grandview,MO
Summary
With a proven track record at Raytown School District, I excel in transforming challenges into opportunities for growth, leveraging my problem-solving and team collaboration skills. My strategic planning and execution have consistently enhanced operational efficiency and fostered positive relationships, achieving significant improvements in both educational and operational domains.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Venue Manager
College Basketball Experience
06.2024 - Current
- Implemented and enforced safety policies and procedures to manage risks and prevent accidents and mishaps.
- Inspected facility daily for overall cleanliness and to check supply quantities for reordering and restocking.
- Conducted regular venue maintenance checks and oversaw repairs as needed, maintaining a safe and visually appealing environment for guests.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Implemented comprehensive risk management strategies to minimize potential liabilities related to health and safety regulations, alcohol service policies, etc.
- Managed staff scheduling, hiring, and training to ensure a high level of service quality at all times.
- Supervised events from start to finish using effective crowd control methods.
Associate Teacher
Lees Summit School District
06.2023 - Current
- Fostered critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning activities, empowering students to take ownership of their educational journey.
- Developed individualized learning plans to address diverse student needs and support academic growth.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons to increase relevance and engagement, better preparing students for future career success.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing clear expectations, routines, and consequences for students.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities in the curriculum.
- Watched and documented behaviors for use in identifying areas in need of support.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful, open communication between students and staff.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and conferences, resulting in stronger support for student success.
Girls Varsity Head Coach
Lee’s Summit School District
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained regular communication with parents/guardians regarding athlete progress and upcoming events.
- Coordinated travel logistics for away games, ensuring timely transportation arrangements were made while minimizing costs where possible.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials to promote coaching services.
- Conducted annual tryouts fairly and objectively while evaluating potential new team members based on skill, attitude, and commitment.
- Served as a mentor for players both on and off the court, providing guidance in academics, personal growth, and sportsmanship.
- Enhanced athlete performance with personalized fitness programs tailored to individual needs.
Director of Operations
Victor William Basketball Academy
04.2013 - Current
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
- Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Analyzed business operations and implemented strategies to improve operational cohesiveness.
- Coordinated logistics for team travel arrangements, including transportation, accommodations, meals, and itineraries during competitions or tournaments.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members, businesses and vendors to build trust and rapport.
- Established partnerships with local businesses to secure sponsorships and funding for athletic programs.
- Mentored student-athletes on balancing academic responsibilities with their commitment to their sport, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.
- Evaluated coaching staff performance regularly to ensure optimal development of athletes'' skills and competitive abilities.
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Raytown School District
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Implemented social skills groups to promote peer-to-peer connections and enhance students'' interpersonal abilities.
- Provided crisis intervention services during critical incidents, ensuring the safety of all parties involved while maintaining a respectful approach.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and develop effective interventions for students with challenging behaviors.
- Mentored new Behavior Intervention Specialists, sharing best practices and providing guidance on case management processes.
- Served as a resource for teachers seeking guidance on how to best address the unique behavioral needs of their students, offering strategies and tools tailored to specific situations.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for school staff on topics related to behavior management, de-escalation techniques, and trauma-informed practices.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Mediated conflicts through structured sessions.
Girls Varsity Head Coach
Raytown School District
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Guided the team to multiple championships by emphasizing fundamentals, strategy, and discipline.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Improved team cohesion by organizing regular bonding activities and fostering a supportive environment.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
- Facilitated open communication between players, parents, staff members, ensuring that all concerns were addressed promptly and effectively.
- Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Established a winning culture by setting high expectations for players and promoting teamwork.
- Maintained accurate records of player performance statistics throughout each season for evaluation purposes.
- Managed all aspects of team operations including budgeting, scheduling, travel arrangements, and equipment management.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
Behavior Intervention Specialist
LifeWorks Family Treatment Group
05.2015 - 12.2022
- Implemented social skills groups to promote peer-to-peer connections and enhance students'' interpersonal abilities.
- Provided crisis intervention services during critical incidents, ensuring the safety of all parties involved while maintaining a respectful approach.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and develop effective interventions for students with challenging behaviors.
- Mentored new Behavior Intervention Specialists, sharing best practices and providing guidance on case management processes.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Mediated conflicts through structured sessions.
- Promoted positive behavior change through consistent reinforcement and appropriate consequences.
- Conducted thorough assessments for accurate identification of behavioral issues in students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals involved.
Sales Associate
Dillards Department Store
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Lead Sales Key Holder
Lane Bryant
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Managed daily cash handling procedures accurately while maintaining strict adherence to loss prevention guidelines.
- Implemented creative visual merchandising displays that attracted customers'' attention and promoted sales growth.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently through focused goal-setting and diligent follow-up on potential leads.
- Promoted a positive work environment with clear communication, teamwork, and professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for store management during times of absence, taking responsibility for all aspects of location operations.
- Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
- Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
- Monitored associates throughout each assigned shift and professionally managed any challenges to maintain optimal store performance.
Education
Master Of Science - Sport Management
Baker University
Baldwin City, KS05.2022
Bachelor Of Science - Business Administration And Management
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSSkills
- Problem-solving skills
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking strength
- Scheduling
- Report Writing
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Writing and verbal communication
- Relationship Building
- Event Promotion
- Personnel Management
- Strategic planning and execution
- Operational Efficiency
- Cost Control
- Risk Mitigation
Timeline
Venue Manager
College Basketball Experience
06.2024 - Current
Associate Teacher
Lees Summit School District
06.2023 - Current
Girls Varsity Head Coach
Lee’s Summit School District
06.2023 - Current
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Raytown School District
09.2017 - 05.2023
Girls Varsity Head Coach
Raytown School District
09.2017 - 05.2023
Behavior Intervention Specialist
LifeWorks Family Treatment Group
05.2015 - 12.2022
Sales Associate
Dillards Department Store
01.2015 - 05.2015
Lead Sales Key Holder
Lane Bryant
08.2013 - 08.2014
Director of Operations
Victor William Basketball Academy
04.2013 - Current
Master Of Science - Sport Management
Baker University
Bachelor Of Science - Business Administration And Management
Mississippi State University
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