James Vaughn
Athens,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Greenbrier HS
Evans, USA
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Taught music at Greenbrier HS in Evans GA during final semester of music education degree
- Collaborated with mentor teachers and the parent booster organization to instruct full classrooms, coordinate field trips and extracurricular events, and provide individual support through tutoring and mentoring
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs
- Implemented engaging instructional strategies to facilitate student learning
- Assessed student progress through regular quizzes and assignments
Lifeguard
Ramsey Student Center of UGA
, USA
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Served as lifeguard at Ramsey Student Center of UGA, ensuring safety and well-being of all patrons
- Achieved National Red Cross certification in CPR and AED, enhancing emergency response capabilities
- Maintained fitness standards for lifeguard service, collaborating with team to promote a safe swimming environment
Apprentice Contractor
Vincent Ardrey Carpenter Inc
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with Carpenter Vincent Ardrey at Vincent Ardrey Carpenter Inc.
- Supported construction projects including plumbing, electrical installation, and major renovations (kitchen remodeling, two-story deck reconstruction) while enhancing woodworking skills and tool knowledge
- Maintained a clean and organized work site to promote safety and efficiency
Front of House Worker
Chick-Fil-A
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Catered to customers as cashier, food runner (inside and outside), and general greeter to enhance customer experience
- Achieved sales records by delivering exceptional service as food runner, contributing to overall customer satisfaction. as a food runner
- Prepared drink orders, cleaned dining rooms, replenished condiments, and stocked items to ensure smooth operations
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
University of Georgia, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences
Athens, GA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School
Augusta05-2022
Skills
- High aptitude for management, customer service, and networking through classroom music teaching and professional gigging, in addition to retail work
- Prior self-car-washing experience
- Fine-tuning and mechanical maintenance (primarily musical instruments)
- Physical stamina
- Emergency Response
Certification
- Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid - American Red Cross Training Services
Timeline
Student Teacher
Greenbrier HS
01.2026 - 05.2026
Lifeguard
Ramsey Student Center of UGA
08.2024 - 12.2025
Apprentice Contractor
Vincent Ardrey Carpenter Inc
06.2023 - 08.2023
Front of House Worker
Chick-Fil-A
08.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
University of Georgia, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences
High School Diploma -
Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School