Florence Ekindi
Gardena,California
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. As a Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) facilitate collaboration which increases the efficiency of work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office Manager
C& E Tax And Financial Services.
Los Angeles , CA
2020.03 - Current
- Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for 15 customers and more during tax season.
- Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems
M.S Math Teacher
Magnolia Public School
Carson , CA
2022.08 - 2023.06
- Resolved students conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Developed and maintained relationships with students and families through correspondence.
- Understand external and internal factors that influence students learning to better assist them
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of 60 children: Implemented peer tutoring system to enhance comprehensive understanding of math techniques and increase student test scores.
4th Grade Lead Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
Los Angeles , CA
2018.11 - 2022.07
- Facilitated student learning for purpose of achieving success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through defined courses of study.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and various community agencies, improved quality of student outcomes and developed innovative solutions and curriculums.
- Use of Reader workshop and CGI math
- Directed and mentored student workers and volunteers and monitored student activities outside of classroom to maintain order, mutual respect and safety.
- Monitored comprehension of teaching among students and use of group and/or re-teaching strategies
- Develop social justice section using both free writing and restorative justice circle time
- Developed 4th grade program as the first 4th grade teacher in the program and lead Professional Development.
Preschool Teacher
Language Garden Preschool
Los Angeles , CA
2016.06 - 2018.06
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures.
- Modify space to better fit children's needs
- Develop and maintain relationships with children and parents to assist students in their learning.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning for children (ranging from 2 to 5 years old).
- Assisted and supervised 12-15 children through entire school day
Cashier
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica , CA
2010.08 - 2011.06
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, and locate items.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy for more than 50 transactions per day.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business for over 60 customers per day.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Education
M.A Ed - Master in Art in Education
National University, San Diego
San Diego, CA04.2023
B.S - Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
CSU Northridge, Northridge
Northridge, United States12.2015
Skills
- Expense Reporting
- Administrative Support
- Employee Supervision
- Maintenance Planning:
- Organizational Management
- Program Administration: Program development and management
- Performance Monitoring
- Use of Social Emotional Learning
- Customer Service
- Incidents management: Problem solving (PSM I)
Certification
- Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
- Multiple Subject CSET II and CSET III
- French CSET I
- CTC Clearance
- CTC Math Internship
Pronouns
She/Her
Projects
Use Evidence-Based strategies to increase performance - PBIS and SEL framework, Finding the way to prevent classroom disruption and help students being in a safe learning environment to be more efficient. This helps increase grades and motivation toward school., Provided a research document that can attest results.
Hobbies
Travel, Dance, and music
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
M.S Math Teacher
Magnolia Public School
2022.08 - 2023.06
Office Manager
C& E Tax And Financial Services.
2020.03 - Current
4th Grade Lead Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
2018.11 - 2022.07
Preschool Teacher
Language Garden Preschool
2016.06 - 2018.06
Cashier
Santa Monica College
2010.08 - 2011.06
M.A Ed - Master in Art in Education
National University, San Diego
B.S - Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
CSU Northridge, Northridge
- Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
- Multiple Subject CSET II and CSET III
- French CSET I
- CTC Clearance
- CTC Math Internship
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