Ball-Chatham School District, Ball Elementary School
Chatham, IL
01.2022 - Current
Every day, I go to the office and am told where I go.
1st - 4th. P.E., Music, Art, Special Ed. Library
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in the classroom.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Baseball Manager
Forsyth Youth League - Decatur Park District
Decatur, IL
04.2018 - Current
I have managed my son’s baseball teams for 7 years
My players have made amazing strides and many have moved on to competitive travel leagues.
Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching and catching.
Conducted two 120-minute practices each week focused on developing high-performing and well-rounded players.
Planned activities such as parent's night, banquets, and awards ceremonies.
Created and organized a progressive training program for each specific position.
Developed a profound sense of team belonging throughout the season.
Teleprompter Operator
Speak Easy Teleprompters
Chicago, IL
12.2004 - 06.2022
Teleprompter setup and operation for professional video productions, live events, and webcasts
Clients include Walgreens, United Airlines, Marvel Films, NHL, NBA, ESPN, CNN, Abbott Labs,
Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful, and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
Substitute Teacher
Oakdale Elementary
Normal, IL
10.2019 - 05.2021
My first substitute position.
Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Video Producer / Business Owner
Pittman Productions Wedding Video
Pasadena, Chicago, Peoria, CA, IL
07.2001 - 03.2019
Managed and coordinated post-production video editing, motion graphics design, compositing, and quality assurance reviewing.
Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers, and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
Edited raw footage in post-production to produce professional videos.
Experimented with new technologies and equipment, expanding production and artistic capabilities.
Communications, Video Producer / Editor
Charter
Pasadena, CA
01.2001 - 01.2004
Wrote program content and produced broadcast segments.
Produced and edited high-impact segments and stories.
Collaborated with writers, designers, and other editors to deliver content of the highest quality.
Selected relevant images to accompany content for maximum impact.
Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members, and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
Graduate Assistant
NIU Media Services
DeKalb, IL
01.1996 - 01.2001
Acquired footage and video from outside sources for editing and incorporation for broadcasts.
Managed and coordinated post-production video editing, motion graphics design, compositing, and quality assurance reviewing.
Produced and edited high-impact segments and stories.
Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.
Managed compression, digitization, and storage of audio and video data.
Collaborated with directors and camera crews to lay out filming sequences and equipment requirements.
Education
Master’s Degree - Communications
Northern Illinois University
2001
Bachelor of Arts -
Northern Illinois University
1999
MBA - Elementary Education With P.E. Endorsement
University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL
01.2023 - 06.2024
Summary
An energetic future teacher who is enthusiastic about helping students achieve physical fitness objectives and improve overall health and well-being.
Timeline
University of West Florida - MBA, Elementary Education With P.E. Endorsement
01.2023 - 06.2024
Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Ball-Chatham School District, Ball Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher - Oakdale Elementary
10.2019 - 05.2021
Baseball Manager - Forsyth Youth League - Decatur Park District
04.2018 - Current
Teleprompter Operator - Speak Easy Teleprompters
12.2004 - 06.2022
Video Producer / Business Owner - Pittman Productions Wedding Video
07.2001 - 03.2019
Communications, Video Producer / Editor - Charter
01.2001 - 01.2004
Graduate Assistant - NIU Media Services
01.1996 - 01.2001
Northern Illinois University - Master’s Degree, Communications