James Michael Murray
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated aspiring educator with a strong academic foundation in childhood education and hands-on experience through student teaching. Passionate about fostering inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environments for diverse learners. Skilled in lesson planning, differentiated instruction, and classroom management. Committed to promoting academic growth and positive student behavior through creativity, consistency, and culturally responsive teaching.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office Manager
House of Sports Volleyball Department
Ardsley, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
- Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
Party Manager
House of Sports Party Department
Ardsley, NY
04.2023 - Current
- Maintained communication between clients, vendors and staff members throughout the entire process.
- Oversaw staff during the event to ensure smooth execution of tasks.
- Troubleshot any issues that arose during events in order to maintain a positive experience for guests.
Production Manager
Crown Trophy of Yonkers/New Rochelle
Yonkers/New Rochelle, NY
07.2017 - Current
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project alignment.
- Prevented and resolved customer issues.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Collaboration with leadership.
Guest Services Supervisor
House of Sports Guest Service Department
Ardsley, NY
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Handled escalated customer complaints and disputes professionally and within company guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of visitor data including contact details, room assignments, payment information.
- Managed the front desk operations by overseeing check-ins and check-outs, cash handling procedures.
- Responded promptly to phone calls from customers seeking assistance or information about the facility.
Trophy Assembler
Crown Trophy of Yonkers/New Rochelle
Yonkers/New Rochelle, NY
09.2013 - 06.2017
- Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
- Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow processes within the department.
- Assembled trophies following assembly instructions.
Education
Master of Science - Education: Teaching Students With Special Needs
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, INBachelor of Science - Childhood Education Grades 1-6 And History
CUNY Hunter College
New York, NY05-2023
Associate of Arts - History
SUNY Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY05-2019
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Flexible and adaptive
- Technology integration
- Growth mindset
Certification
- Initial Certification Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
Student Teaching
- PS 527 East Side School of Social Action: Grades 3 and 4
Accomplishments
- Member: Phi Sigma Pi - Inducted April 23, 2024
- Member: National Society of Leadership and Success - Inducted May 17, 2025
Timeline
Office Manager
House of Sports Volleyball Department
08.2023 - Current
Party Manager
House of Sports Party Department
04.2023 - Current
Guest Services Supervisor
House of Sports Guest Service Department
04.2022 - 03.2023
Production Manager
Crown Trophy of Yonkers/New Rochelle
07.2017 - Current
Trophy Assembler
Crown Trophy of Yonkers/New Rochelle
09.2013 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Education: Teaching Students With Special Needs
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education Grades 1-6 And History
CUNY Hunter College
Associate of Arts - History
SUNY Westchester Community College
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