Heather Chadwick
Oil Trough,AR
Summary
Dynamic educator and communicator with a proven track record at Cedar Ridge School District, enhancing student engagement and fostering strong relationships. Specializes in classroom management and critical thinking, achieving significant improvements in student literacy. Demonstrates exceptional lesson planning and mentoring abilities, contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Cedar Ridge School District
08.2000 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
Secretary/Salesperson
Farmer's Exchange
08.1998 - 08.1999
- Managed personnel files or financial data.
- Sold chemicals to customers.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Took important messages.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
- Generated documents, memos and invoices.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Promoted a positive image of the organization through clear communication both internally with colleagues and externally with clients.
- Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, maintaining confidentiality and timeliness.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
Photographer
Walmart Portrait Studio
08.1997 - 07.1998
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire process from initial consultation to delivery of final products.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Conducted pre-shoot consultations to discuss clients' needs and preferences for optimal results.
- Tailored photography packages to meet unique needs of each client, resulting in high client satisfaction rates.
- Maintained photography equipment, ensuring gear was in optimal condition for all shoots.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software.
Cashier
Walmart
08.1996 - 07.1997
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
- Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
- Improved efficiency, organized checkout area for optimal workflow.
- Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
Cashier
Hardee's Restaurant
08.1995 - 07.1996
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
ASU
Beebe, AR12-1999
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Positive role model and mentor
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom instruction
- Student rapport
- Testing and grading
- Student motivation
- Effective listening
- Parent and teacher conferences
Timeline
Teacher
Cedar Ridge School District
08.2000 - Current
Secretary/Salesperson
Farmer's Exchange
08.1998 - 08.1999
Photographer
Walmart Portrait Studio
08.1997 - 07.1998
Cashier
Walmart
08.1996 - 07.1997
Cashier
Hardee's Restaurant
08.1995 - 07.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
ASU
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