Eva Patajova
Round Rock ,Texas
Summary
Focused and dedicated primary school educator with 7 years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages 6 to 11 using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Possessing strengths in task prioritization and customer service. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher
YMCA Preschool
02.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using consistent routines and age-appropriate consequences, creating a safe learning environment for all students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Brand Ambassador
UD Brands, LLC
12.2022 - 12.2024
- Increased brand awareness through event marketing, demonstrations, sales and brand promotion. Sampling events.
- Communicated product information with confidence and educated consumers about company.
- Engaged, educated and befriended customers to deliver amazing shopping experience.
- Greeted customers warmly and pleasantly answered inquiries.
Consultant, Translator
EdClub
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided translation of typing education program from English to Czech
- Reviewed and edited all existing content to be understandable in another country
- Created original content for students all ages
Elementary School Teacher
Elementary School
08.2010 - 12.2017
- Taught Czech language, English as a second language, Math, Science, P.E., Music
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- 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.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
- Collected payment for materials, events, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Waitress, Barman
Kometa Pub
08.2009 - 07.2010
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Waitress
Pub Holubice
07.2004 - 07.2009
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
Financial Consultant
Beneficial Finance
10.2007 - 07.2008
- Assisted clients with preparing financial plans, conducting investment research and completing trades and transactions to assess and meet financial goals.
- Worked with clients to support understanding of rationale and details of financial strategies.
- Assisted walk-in traffic with identifying financial needs and goals to provide customized solutions.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each clients' individual needs.
- Processed credit cards and loan request.
Cashier
Tesco Superstore
09.2001 - 08.2004
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Stocker
Tesco
09.2000 - 06.2002
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
Education
Master - Elementary School Teaching
Faculty of Education Masaryk University
Brno, Czech Republic01.2010
Skills
- Elementary Education
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Positive Interactions
- Play-Based Learning
- Multimedia Instruction
- School Administration
- Materials Sourcing
- Smart Board Technology
- Playing instruments
- Serve Customers
- Communication with Customers
- Niceness and pleasant demeanor
Languages
Czech
Native or Bilingual
German
Professional Working
English
Professional Working
Certification
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification (exp. 2027-02-06)
TABC certification (exp. 2026-11-16)
Timeline
Consultant, Translator
EdClub
04.2024 - 08.2024
Early Childhood Teacher
YMCA Preschool
02.2023 - Current
Brand Ambassador
UD Brands, LLC
12.2022 - 12.2024
Elementary School Teacher
Elementary School
08.2010 - 12.2017
Waitress, Barman
Kometa Pub
08.2009 - 07.2010
Financial Consultant
Beneficial Finance
10.2007 - 07.2008
Waitress
Pub Holubice
07.2004 - 07.2009
Cashier
Tesco Superstore
09.2001 - 08.2004
Stocker
Tesco
09.2000 - 06.2002
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification (exp. 2027-02-06)
TABC certification (exp. 2026-11-16)
Master - Elementary School Teaching
Faculty of Education Masaryk University
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