Emma Tatum
Flagstaff,Arizona
Summary
Energetic educator driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles. Devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Utilized assessment data to differentiate instruction and meet the individual needs of each student.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities and group projects that challenged students intellectually.
Head Cashier
The Home Depot Inc
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Mentored new cashiers, providing comprehensive training that resulted in increased productivity.
- Educated employees on register use, merchandising, and customer service.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided help in resolving complex problems.
- Coordinated breaks for fellow cashiers, ensuring continuous coverage during busy periods without compromising productivity.
Residential College Ambassador (RCA)
Northern Arizona University Residence Life
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Represented the College of Education at NAU.
- Assisted new and returning NAU students in navigating both their academic and social environments.
- Served as a liaison between faculty, staff, and students by addressing concerns or questions in a timely manner.
- Created and distributed surveys for data collection and analysis.
- Boosted student interest in college programs through targeted marketing strategies and social media campaigns.
- Facilitated peer mentoring programs that fostered strong relationships between freshmen and upperclassmen ambassadors.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions to improve overall campus experiences for current and future students.
Corporate Finance Intern
Zappos.com
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Pitched in to assist with special projects and additional tasks.
- Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
- Minimized risk of errors by accurately processing invoices, payments and other financial transactions.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12.2022
High School Diploma -
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV06.2019
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Community Partnerships
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Student Needs Assessments
- Lesson Planning
- Assigning and Grading Work
- Cooperative Learning Experience
- Team Collaboration
- Oral communication
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Management
- Patience and Persistence
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Head Cashier
The Home Depot Inc
09.2022 - 06.2023
Residential College Ambassador (RCA)
Northern Arizona University Residence Life
08.2021 - 04.2022
Corporate Finance Intern
Zappos.com
08.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
High School Diploma -
College of Southern Nevada
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