Ida R. L. Varnedoe
Hinesville
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in customer service and classroom support. Proven ability to foster positive learning environments while enhancing student engagement and success. Committed to continuous professional development through workshops and collaborative efforts.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Presently
Button Gwinnett Elementary School
Hinesville
03.2000 - Current
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote student engagement and behavior.
- Monitored student progress, providing regular observations to teaching staff to inform instruction.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to the teaching staff regularly.
- Collaborated with teachers to create a positive classroom environment for all students.
- Monitored children's interactions to promote positive social skills. and participated with children in activities.
- Facilitated one-on-one and small group tutoring to deepen student understanding of learning concepts.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
Substitute-Teacher
Liberty County Board of Education
Hinesville
01.1997 - 05.2001
- Implemented classroom management techniques to foster engagement and minimize disruptions.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure continuity in lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supervised students during lunch and recess to ensure safety and promote positive social interactions.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teachers' lesson plans.
- Supervised students during lunch and recess, ensuring safety and appropriate behavior.
- Cultivated a safe and secure classroom atmosphere that encouraged student focus and participation.
Material Handler/Customer Service
Muskin Leisure Products
Midway
03.2000 - 08.2000
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Organized inventory within designated storage areas to enhance accessibility and efficiency.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment and tools to ensure operational reliability.
- Packed merchandise into boxes and containers in preparation for safe shipment.
- Maintained organization of inventory within designated storage areas.
- Packed merchandise into boxes and containers, ensuring secure transit and minimizing potential damage during shipment.
Cashier
Parker’s #7
Richmond Hill
06.1999 - 12.1999
- Processing Payments: Accepting cash, credit/debit cards, and mobile payments.
- Operating POS Systems: Ringing up store items, fuel sales, and lottery tickets.
- Balanced cash drawer at start and end of shifts, ensuring accuracy of funds against sales totals.
- Processed returns, issued receipts, and managed cash drops to maintain accurate store sales records.
- Welcoming Guests: Greeting customers as they enter and thanking them when they leave.
- Restocked shelves and coolers with products to ensure availability for customers: Ensuring shelves, coolers, and snack racks are are full and organized.
- Performed cleaning tasks, including sweeping and mopping floors, to maintain store cleanliness: Sweeping, mopping, taking out the trash, and cleaning the coffee and fountain drink stations.
Parent-Aide
Institute for Family Centered Services
Jesup
06.1997 - 11.1999
- Facilitated access for families to community resources and services, enhancing support systems.
- Assisted parents in developing effective parenting skills and strategies.
- Maintained ongoing communication with clients through phone calls and emails to ensure consistent engagement and support.
- Engaged with clients through phone calls or emails in order to maintain contact throughout the duration of services.
- Built trusting relationships with clients to foster open communication and collaboration.
Housekeeper
Liberty Concrete Products
Midway
03.1992 - 07.1999
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Arranged supplies and materials for quick access in production areas.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Organized supplies and materials for efficient access and workflow.
- Followed safety procedures while handling cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Engaged with clients and guests in a friendly manner during daily tasks.
- Disinfected high-touch areas, including telephones and light switches, to promote health and safety.
Office Assistant, Volunteer
Liberty County Department of Family and Children Services
Hinesville
10.1997 - 01.1998
- Processed confidential information, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and policies.
- Provided comprehensive administrative support to staff, including document copying, scanning, filing, and supply ordering.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Answered incoming calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel for timely assistance.
- Delivered messages to staff and ran errands to support daily operations.
Childcare Monitor
Sandy’s Little School
01.1996 - 11.1996
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and nurturing engagement.
- Ensured that all health and safety regulations were followed at all times.
- Displayed a consistently positive attitude while interacting with children to foster a supportive environment.
- Monitored children's behavior to identify potential issues or signs of abuse.
- Developed and introduced learning activities and imaginative play to encourage exploration.
- Observed behavior of children to detect signs of potential problems or abuse.
Education
Bachelors Degree - E.C.C.
Ashford University
San Diego, CACertificate - Substitute-Teacher
Long County High School
Ludowici, GACertificate -
Savannah Technical Institute
Hinesville, GASkills
- Customer service and support
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Detail orientation
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
- Detail-oriented
- Classroom organization
- Classroom resource management
- Microsoft Word proficiency
- Community outreach
- Mentoring experience
- Adaptability
Accomplishments And Achievements
- Volunteer Award Certificate
- Secretary of the Trustee Board at St. Peter’s A.M.E. Church
- Perfect Attendance Certificates and gift cards at Jordye Bacon Elementary School
- Y.P.D. Director of the year, West Savannah District
- Trainer for High Expectations, St. Peter’s A.M.E. Church
- Stewardess Board at St. Peter’s A.M.E. Church
- Y.P.D. Director at St. Peter’s A.M.E. Church
- Usher Board at St. Peter’s A.M.E. Church
Summary Of Knowledge And Experience
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- INTERFACE WELL WITH THE PUBLIC
- PUBLIC RELATIONS
- EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- CASHERING
- DETAIL/EFFICIENCY ORIENTED
- INVENTORY CONTROL
- KNOWLEDGE OF MICROSOFT WORD
- MATERIAL HANDLER
- VOLUNTEER WORKER
- ACTIVE MEMBER IN CHURCH, AND WAS ACKNOWLEDGE AND AWARDED AS AN OUTSTANDING CHURCH MEMBER
- ABILITY TO WORK IN SHORT NOTICE
Timeline
Presently
Button Gwinnett Elementary School
03.2000 - Current
Material Handler/Customer Service
Muskin Leisure Products
03.2000 - 08.2000
Cashier
Parker’s #7
06.1999 - 12.1999
Office Assistant, Volunteer
Liberty County Department of Family and Children Services
10.1997 - 01.1998
Parent-Aide
Institute for Family Centered Services
06.1997 - 11.1999
Substitute-Teacher
Liberty County Board of Education
01.1997 - 05.2001
Childcare Monitor
Sandy’s Little School
01.1996 - 11.1996
Housekeeper
Liberty Concrete Products
03.1992 - 07.1999
Bachelors Degree - E.C.C.
Ashford University
Certificate - Substitute-Teacher
Long County High School
Certificate -
Savannah Technical Institute