Emily Elkins
Louisville ,Kentucky
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Wayne County Board Of Education
Wayne, WV
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
- Supervised lunchroom duties, playground activities, field trips and after-school programs.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Encouraged open communication between teachers and parents about student progress.
- Administered assessments and evaluated student performance in accordance with district standards.
- Developed creative activities to engage students in learning opportunities.
- Enforced school policies regarding discipline, attendance, dress code.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades and behavior reports.
- Modified instructional materials as needed for special education students.
- Instructed small groups or individual students who need extra help or attention.
- Attended faculty meetings and professional development workshops.
- Established positive relationships with administrators, teachers and parents.
- Provided guidance to struggling learners by offering alternative methods of instruction.
- Integrated technology into lessons when appropriate for enhanced learning experiences.
- Organized educational games or projects that reinforce concepts taught in class.
- Conducted review sessions prior to tests or quizzes in order to prepare students better.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by displaying enthusiasm for teaching subjects.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
In- House Specialist
Cincinnati Copiers, Inc
Huntington , WV
09.2015 - 10.2023
- Sweep, mop and vacuum floors of all areas.
- Clean and sanitize restrooms, sinks, countertops and other surfaces.
- Empty wastebaskets and trash containers.
- Disinfect equipment and supplies using germicides or steam-cleaning equipment.
- Replenish bathroom supplies such as soap, paper towels and toilet tissue.
- Clean windows, walls, ceilings, carpets and furniture in assigned areas.
- Maintain janitorial supply inventory.
- Operate floor cleaning machines to clean rugs, carpets and hard surface floors.
- Mix water with detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications.
- Replace light bulbs when needed.
- Mopped and waxed floors, dusted, deep cleaned bathrooms and removed trash to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition.
- Completed sweeping and vacuuming, glass cleaning and trash collecting.
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
Russell, KY
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Travel Agent
Soar Into Magic
Louisville , Kentucky
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared customized itineraries based on customer needs and preferences.
- Processed payments from clients via cash or credit cards.
Seasonal Cashier
Justice Tween Brands
Barboursville, WV
12.2016 - 01.2017
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
West Virginia State University
Institute, WV05-2023
High School Diploma -
Wayne High School
Wayne, WV06-2015
Skills
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Instructional Strategies
- Activity Planning
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Lesson Planning
- Organizational Abilities
- Differentiated Instruction
- Discipline
- Elementary Education
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
- Captain of high school cheer team
- Captain of high school softball team
- Captain of college softball team
Accomplishments
- West Virginia State University Dean's List fall 2015, 2018, 2019 spring 2016, 2018, 2019,
- Mountain East Conference Softball MVP may 2018
Timeline
Travel Agent
Soar Into Magic
01.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Wayne County Board Of Education
01.2023 - 12.2023
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
12.2020 - 12.2021
Seasonal Cashier
Justice Tween Brands
12.2016 - 01.2017
In- House Specialist
Cincinnati Copiers, Inc
09.2015 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
West Virginia State University
High School Diploma -
Wayne High School
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