Evan Stiles
Carmichael,CA
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychology Tutor
Freelance
09.2023 - Current
- Establish strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine interest in their academic success and personal growth
- Monitor students' progress through regular assessments, adjusting tutoring strategies as needed to maximize results
- Increase student motivation and engagement with challenging course material through the use of real-life examples and case studies
- Staying current on developments in the field of psychology through professional development courses and independent research, ensuring up-to-date knowledge is passed onto students
Administrator
Black Orchid Denim
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Drove marketing initiatives to increase brand recognition, facilitate promotion and boost revenue
- Targeted new customers to grow geographic reach and increase revenue
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials
Tutor
Freelance
12.2018 - 03.2020
- Tutored numerous middle school and high school students in English and History
- Provided consultation to parents regarding support materials as well as other suggestions for student improvement and success
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure
- Leveraged technology to accelerate learning by proving students with easy-to-access information
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills
Warehouse Associate
Black Orchid Denim
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Recorded daily incoming delivery information and obtained vendor signature on delivery tickets
- Confirmed accuracy, quality and quantity of materials received and listed on BOL
- Entered quantity received against purchase order in computer system
- Handled daily customer service aspects and maintained positive relationships with external customers and freight partners
- Collaborated with various departments to manage timely delivery of orders and avoid delays
Teachers' Assistant/Administrator
Sylvan Learning Center
12.2012 - 03.2016
- As a Teachers' Assistant: Gathered and assembled learning materials for students and teaching support materials for instructors
- Had to be aware at all times of teachers' needs and be able to remember and fulfill various complex requests
- Required to maintain classroom rules and integrity including behavioral issues and special education needs
- Coordinated teacher/student pairings and seating arrangements; responsible for the distribution, monitoring, and return of 40+ iPads used by students
- Proctored practice college-entrance exams and other learning assessments
- Handled decorations and advertisements in and among the building
- As an Administrator: Served as the head clerical administrator, which included welcoming parents and students in the lobby
- Answered phone calls regarding payments, scheduled student tutoring appointments
- Coordinated parent/teacher conferences; classroom seating arrangements and teacher/student pairings
- Planned monthly team meetings and seminars; monitored children in the lobby who had finished their appointments; responsible for each student's individual files; opened and closed the office building
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05.2021
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Long Beach City College
05.2019
High School Diploma -
Orange County High School of The Arts
Santa Ana, CA06.2012
Skills
- Effective teaching methods
- Strong communication skills
- Research and analysis
- Writing tutoring
- Data analysis
- Verbal and written communication
- Self-directed learning
- Resourcefulness and initiative
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Collaborative teamwork
Timeline
Psychology Tutor
Freelance
09.2023 - Current
Administrator
Black Orchid Denim
07.2021 - 07.2023
Tutor
Freelance
12.2018 - 03.2020
Warehouse Associate
Black Orchid Denim
07.2017 - 07.2018
Teachers' Assistant/Administrator
Sylvan Learning Center
12.2012 - 03.2016
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Long Beach City College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Dominguez Hills
High School Diploma -
Orange County High School of The Arts