Hiram "Tres" Barker
Advance,IN
Summary
Upbeat Elementary Teacher in promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Passionate Elementary Teacher for 27 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Proven willingness to work additional hours to meet goals and achievements.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Western Boone County Community Schools
08.1997 - Current
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly for third graders (2 years) and sixth graders (24 years).
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Participated in after-school tutoring programs, offering individualized support for students struggling academically.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Served as a liaison between the school administration and families during parent-teacher conferences, ensuring clear communication about expectations and areas of improvement for each child.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Served as an athletic coach for elementary volleyball (4 years) and wrestling for middle school and high school (10 years).
- Served as an assistant-director for the high school marching band (6 years).
- Served as the director of our school drama club (11 years).
Department Specialist
Walmart
10.2010 - 09.2012
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
- Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management and overall business direction.
- Attended regular training sessions to keep updated on trends, competitive markets and ways to improve brand recognition.
- Assisted in the sale of sporting equipment and toys.
- Continually organized. arranged, and cleaned my specific areas for the best customer experience.
- Assisted in the unloading of shipments from semis to pallets for department deliveries.
Night Manager
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
11.2002 - 04.2003
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Implemented new policies and procedures in response to changing industry trends, resulting in improved operational efficiency.
- Served as the primary point of contact for guests during overnight hours, providing exceptional service and prompt assistance with all inquiries or concerns.
- Created nightly shift task lists to assign duties to each employee.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Conducted nightly inventory management procedures to track sales and stock levels.
- Resolved guest complaints effectively, working towards satisfactory outcomes that enhanced overall satisfaction levels.
- Restocked inventory on shelves by unpacking backroom boxes and filling empty space on shelves with appropriate items.
- Oversaw and maintained cash drawers and deposits.
Elementary School Teacher
West Vigo Elementary
09.1996 - 06.1997
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly for 18 second graders..
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
Customer Service Representative
Columbia House Video Club
06.1995 - 09.1996
- Worked directly with customers through the calling center.
- Created and maintained detailed database to develop promotional sales.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
- Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
- Cross-trained and backed up the mail-center customer service representatives.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Jones International University
Englewood, CO12.2010
Master of Science - Education
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05.2001
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN12.1995
Skills
Parental Communication
Field Trip Oversight
Team Collaboration
[State] Teaching Certification
Continued Education
Individualized Learning
Student Needs Assessments
Proficient in [Software]
Oral communication
Cooperative Learning Experience
Zoom
Interactive Learning
Accomplishments
- Earned "Crystal Apple" in 2020.
- Earned "Teacher of the Year" in 2014.
Certification
- Licensed Elementary Education - 1995-2031
Timeline
Department Specialist
Walmart
10.2010 - 09.2012
Night Manager
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
11.2002 - 04.2003
Elementary School Teacher
Western Boone County Community Schools
08.1997 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
West Vigo Elementary
09.1996 - 06.1997
Customer Service Representative
Columbia House Video Club
06.1995 - 09.1996
Master of Science - Education Administration
Jones International University
Master of Science - Education
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana State University
- Licensed Elementary Education - 1995-2031
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