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Holly Brooks

El Paso,TX

Summary

Looking to obtain a position within a successful and established business that will allow me to utilize my education, organizational, and leadership skills to help others, while also gaining new experiences and working as part of a unified team.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Per Diem Substitute Teacher

DODEA Schools
10.2023 - 06.2024

Implemented daily lesson plans that helped foster the academic, social, and emotional growth of elementary students ranging from preschool through fifth grade. Maintained a fun and organized classroom and effectively communicated with administrators, teachers, and parents.

Head Start Center Coordinator and Master Teacher

Community Action Planning Council
09.2021 - 06.2023

Effectively managed a staff of 8 individuals and led a classroom of 18 preschool children. Created and utilized developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with the Head Start curriculum. Created safe and fun classroom and office environments and effectively communicated with students, staff, administrators, and parents.

Legally Exempt Enrollment Specialist

Child Care Council, Inc.
12.2018 - 07.2021

Processed enrollment applications for legally exempt childcare and accurately entered all information into the childcare facility system. Worked as part of a cohesive office team to answer all questions and to ensure that applications were completed correctly.

Family and School Age Childcare Inspector

Child Care Council, Inc.
11.2016 - 12.2018

Inspected in-home and school-age childcare centers to ensure compliance with New York State daycare regulations. Worked with childcare providers to help them correct violations and achieve compliance to ensure fun and safe learning environments for the children in their care. Taught CPR/first aid and regulations compliance classes to childcare providers.

Server

Longhorn Steakhouse
11.2015 - 09.2017

Demonstrated excellent customer service by ensuring order accuracy and an enjoyable dining experience for all patrons.

Exercised exemplary time management skills and an enhanced ability to multi-task through work in all facets of a successful restaurant.

Level 1 Preschool Teacher

Rich Beginnings Childcare Center
06.2013 - 11.2016

Worked as part of a teaching team to develop and implement lesson plans at the preschool level. Provided a supportive environment to foster the cognitive, social, and emotional growth of students. Communicated and collaborated with parents to ensure children’s success.

Banquet Server

Cobblestone Creek Country Club
09.2008 - 10.2015

Delivered efficient and quality customer service to club members and guests attending both personal and business functions. Developed management and organizational skills by setting up wedding receptions, corporate events, and various business events.

Education

Ed. M - Childhood Education

University At Buffalo
Amherst, NY
05.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences Interdisciplinary/Spanish

University At Buffalo
Amherst, NY
05.2008

Skills

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Ability to type over 70 WPM

Effective communicator

Flexible and intrinsically motivated

Experience with Microsoft office suite and google docs

Intermediate-level proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish

Self-starter and quick learner

Friendly and thoughtful

Accomplishments

Member of Phi Beta Kappa & University at Buffalo Scholars Program 2006 - present

Accomplished marathon runner and 6-time finisher of the Boston Marathon

Timeline

Per Diem Substitute Teacher

DODEA Schools
10.2023 - 06.2024

Head Start Center Coordinator and Master Teacher

Community Action Planning Council
09.2021 - 06.2023

Legally Exempt Enrollment Specialist

Child Care Council, Inc.
12.2018 - 07.2021

Family and School Age Childcare Inspector

Child Care Council, Inc.
11.2016 - 12.2018

Server

Longhorn Steakhouse
11.2015 - 09.2017

Level 1 Preschool Teacher

Rich Beginnings Childcare Center
06.2013 - 11.2016

Banquet Server

Cobblestone Creek Country Club
09.2008 - 10.2015

Ed. M - Childhood Education

University At Buffalo

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences Interdisciplinary/Spanish

University At Buffalo
Holly Brooks