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Overview
Work History
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EMILY HARTLEY

Lilburn,GA

Summary

Compassionate and approachable professional with strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Skilled at managing teams, coordinating projects, and fostering a positive, collaborative environment. Known for a well-rounded approach, combining empathy and strategic thinking to support others, build meaningful connections, and drive shared success. Focused on helping teams thrive while contributing to overall goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Long-Term Special Education Substitute

Providence Christian Academy
Lilburn, GA
10.2024 - Current
  • Support and assist the academic, social and psychological development of a 6th grade student with Down Syndrome
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of the student
  • Support the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers
  • Facilitate communication between home and school by providing information about student progress and activities at school
  • Adapt instructional techniques to appropriate age and skill level of the student

Varsitiy Pole Vault Coach

Providence Christian Academy
Lilburn, GA
02.2023 - Current
  • Train and equip varsity high school athletes in the pole vault at Providence Christian Academy
  • Collaborate with other coaches to create a sustainable rhythm and pace for athletes
  • Create a positive and encouraging relationship with athletes to support their athletic performance and overall well-being

Leadership Team Volunteer

The Well Church
Dacula, GA
04.2022 - Current
  • Provide insight, support, and direction to the senior pastor
  • Assist in executing and hosting Leadership Team meetings, providing further training and support to our volunteer leaders
  • Teach elementary students in Sunday School bi-monthly as Teaching Lead
  • Assist on the worship team, playing piano and fostering a cohesive, encouraging environment
  • Lead high school students and adult volunteers for summer conference, coming July 2025
  • Assist in leading prayer meetings for Leadership Team

Administrative Assistant

One Mission Church
Lilburn, GA
09.2014 - 10.2015
  • Transcribed and created all documents for the President of the College of Prayer and Senior Pastor, including sermons, emails, book manuscripts, and conference materials
  • Communicated effectively with international leaders from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds
  • Responsible for all ingoing and outgoing communications on behalf of the Senior Pastor, including emails and phone calls
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information regularly, with discretion and poise
  • Created travel arrangements and distributed travel details to appropriate personnel

Showroom Manager

Landry & Arcari Rugs & Carpeting
Salem, MA
02.2012 - 07.2014
  • Responsible for managing and executing all daily operations of the business in the Salem location
  • Planned, organized and executed marketing events both in Boston & Salem showrooms
  • Oversaw 3 sales staff by reviewing weekly sales, running reports and supporting their clients as needed to ensure a positive customer experience
  • Supervised and managed a team of 9 stock associates in Salem: recruited, interviewed & hired qualified applicants, conducted annual performance reviews, coordinated staff schedule, managed & submitted payroll hours, led weekly stock meetings, supported new stock employee training, and built/maintained strong relationships with team members
  • Helped create and implement new positions within the growing company to improve efficiency, execution of deliveries, and to improve the overall customer experience
  • Wrote and implemented training materials, documents and systems for various positions throughout the company

Showroom Coordinator

Landry & Arcari Rugs & Carpeting
Salem, MA
11.2011 - 02.2012
  • Operated as the liaison between the office, the Salem showroom, the Boston showroom and the warehouse
  • Trained new administrative employees for both Boston and Salem showrooms, and continued supervising upon completing training
  • Oversaw daily finances by reconciling all customer payments and purchasing supplies as needed for the store
  • Provided administrative and technical support to sales staff, creating sales orders, completing transactions and communicating necessary information to clients through emails and phone calls
  • Managed daily delivery schedule, communicating with sales staff and clients to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Answered all incoming phone calls to provide customer support and answer questions for interested clients
  • Met weekly with the CEO & CFO to maintain strong communication and create, discuss and implement new strategies for greater effectiveness and efficiencies within the company

Publications & Development Volunteer

College of Prayer International
Lilburn, GA
01.2010 - 09.2011
  • Worked with a team to further develop the organization's donor relations, marketing and publications
  • Assisted in writing, editing and producing the organization's curriculum and advertisements
  • Coordinated and executed bi-monthly events for 50-200 people to improve community growth and development

Autism Para Educator

Gwinnett County Public Schools
Lilburn, GA
11.2009 - 08.2011
  • Developed and implemented daily, weekly, and monthly lessons to teach life-skills and autonomy in students with moderate and severe autism in a special education classroom at Hopkins Elementary
  • Reviewed daily routines and prepared supporting materials to deliver step-by-step growth
  • Customized behavioral and sensory therapy approaches to individual students, monitored results and adjusted activities to maximize impact
  • Fostered strong relationships with coworkers, increasing team quality and productivity in the classroom

Special Education Aide

Community Unit School District 200
Wheaton, IL
06.2009 - 08.2009
  • Assisted students with developmental disabilities in a special education classroom
  • Implemented behavioral and sensory therapy programs
  • Provided a calm and stable presence in a highly emotional and stressful environment

Support Staff

Community Involvement Programs
Shoreview, MN
06.2008 - 08.2008
  • Provided care and support for 7 and 11 year-old brothers with Autism
  • Created and implemented behavior management systems to encourage good behavior and motivate children
  • Supported families as needs arose to provide successful solutions to problems
  • Guided and encouraged interaction with siblings to improve family dynamics and relationships

Intern

World Relief
Wheaton, IL
03.2008 - 05.2008
  • Coordinated medical physicals, immunizations, and school admittance for refugee children in DuPage County
  • Organized and maintained refugee family files, documenting activities and acculturation to the United States
  • Led a weekly small group for Burmese refugee adolescent girls to guide social support and cultural adjustment
  • Developed relationships with volunteer community members to encourage continued support and commitment to the organization

Orientation Committee Student Director

Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL
01.2007 - 12.2007
  • Interviewed, selected and led a committee of 12 students in the planning and execution of orientation for 750 students at Wheaton College
  • Led weekly meetings to empower and motivate student projects and develop community
  • Structured and participated in meetings with college administrators
  • Managed multiple events and schedules simultaneously and adapted structures to meet last-minute needs

Direct Support Professional & Team Lead

Lutheran Social Services
Shoreview, MN
06.2004 - 06.2006
  • Cared for the physical and psychological needs of 8 adults with developmental disabilities
  • Provided support and creative solutions to encourage autonomy and significance for each adult
  • Led and motivated a team of employees with a focus on valuing and meeting the needs of adults
  • Promoted for excellence and leadership in 2005 from individual contributor to staff lead
  • Provided supervision and direction to other support employees in the group home while continuing previous responsibilities
  • Trained and certified to document behavior changes, give medications, and manage each adult's case files

Education

Biblical Studies, Leadership, Mentoring

Empower World Wide
Online Program
05-2025

Biblical Studies, Evangelism, Church Planting

Antioch Training School
Wheaton
05-2009

B.A. - Psychology and Spanish

Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL
05.2008

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Adaptability to change
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Training development & implementation
  • Training and coaching
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Event planning

Awards And Extracurricular Activities

  • Track and Field Varsity Athlete, Wheaton College, 2004-2006, Personal national qualifier 2004-2005, Team conference champions 2005, Record holder for pole-vault at Wheaton College (current)
  • Small group leader, The Harbor, 09/01/12-06/30/14
  • Cross-cultural service trip, College of Prayer International, Montenegro, Spring 2012
  • Small group leader, Lilburn Alliance Church, 08/01/10-08/31/11
  • Cross-cultural service trip, College of Prayer International, Jordan, Spring 2011
  • Cross-cultural service trip, College of Prayer International, Ivory Coast, Summer 2010
  • Small group leader, Antioch Community Church, 2007-2009
  • Cross-cultural service trip, Antioch Community Church, India, Summer 2006, January 2009
  • Orientation Committee member, Wheaton College, 2005-2006

Timeline

Long-Term Special Education Substitute

Providence Christian Academy
10.2024 - Current

Varsitiy Pole Vault Coach

Providence Christian Academy
02.2023 - Current

Leadership Team Volunteer

The Well Church
04.2022 - Current

Administrative Assistant

One Mission Church
09.2014 - 10.2015

Showroom Manager

Landry & Arcari Rugs & Carpeting
02.2012 - 07.2014

Showroom Coordinator

Landry & Arcari Rugs & Carpeting
11.2011 - 02.2012

Publications & Development Volunteer

College of Prayer International
01.2010 - 09.2011

Autism Para Educator

Gwinnett County Public Schools
11.2009 - 08.2011

Special Education Aide

Community Unit School District 200
06.2009 - 08.2009

Support Staff

Community Involvement Programs
06.2008 - 08.2008

Intern

World Relief
03.2008 - 05.2008

Orientation Committee Student Director

Wheaton College
01.2007 - 12.2007

Direct Support Professional & Team Lead

Lutheran Social Services
06.2004 - 06.2006

Biblical Studies, Leadership, Mentoring

Empower World Wide

Biblical Studies, Evangelism, Church Planting

Antioch Training School

B.A. - Psychology and Spanish

Wheaton College
EMILY HARTLEY