Jacob McCoy
Beattyville,KY
Summary
Optimistic and personable individual enthusiastic about meeting new people. Strong presentation skills and real go-getter. Excellent public speaking skills and knowledge of Southeast Kentucky history, architecture and events. Enthusiastic tour guide with passion for cultivating unforgettable travel experiences. Excellent historical knowledge of Red River Gorge with excellent organizational and public speaking skills. Skilled storyteller favored by guests for talent to weave stories and history of sites and venues into entertaining monologue.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Tour Guide
SUP Kentucky
06.2020 - Current
- Enhanced visitor experience by providing engaging and informative tours of various attractions.
- Increased customer satisfaction through attentive listening and personalized tour adjustments based on group interests.
- Improved group safety by vigilantly monitoring tour participants and implementing strict adherence to safety guidelines.
- Facilitated memorable experiences for diverse groups by tailoring presentations to cater to different age groups, cultural backgrounds, and language abilities.
- Received numerous positive reviews from clients, reflecting strong communication skills and in-depth knowledge of tour subjects.
- Guided groups of up to 10-15 people on scheduled tours.
Tutor
Perry County Board Of Education
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Worked with 4-5 third graders on reading comprehension and math progress
Education
High School Diploma -
Owsley County High School
Booneville, KY05.2024
Associate of Science -
Hazard Community And Technical College
Hazard, KY05.2024
Associate of Arts -
Hazard Community And Technical College
Hazard, KY05.2024
Skills
- Company Branding
- Tourism Development
- Culture
- Local History
- Group Tutoring
- Skills Development
- Progress Reporting
- Reading Comprehension
- Student Evaluation
Timeline
Tutor
Perry County Board Of Education
08.2022 - 03.2023
Tour Guide
SUP Kentucky
06.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Owsley County High School
Associate of Science -
Hazard Community And Technical College
Associate of Arts -
Hazard Community And Technical College
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