Erica Brooks
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Kinesiology and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and shadowing experiences. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
Christ the King Early Childhood Development Center
Lubbock, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Assitant Teacher
Christ the King Early Childhood Development Center
Lubbock, Tx
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2025
Bachelor of Science -
South Plains College
Levelland, TX05-2022
High School Diploma -
Slaton High School
Slaton, TX05-2021
Skills
- Staff management
- Staff development
- Crisis management
- Staff coordination
- Recruitment and hiring
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Computer skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team leadership
- Problem resolution
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Decision-making
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Active listening
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Assistant Director
Christ the King Early Childhood Development Center
10.2023 - Current
Assitant Teacher
Christ the King Early Childhood Development Center
08.2021 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science -
South Plains College
High School Diploma -
Slaton High School