Dynamic and adaptable professional with a varied background in education and human resources. Highly organized and reliable with a proven ability to accomplish goals with a positive attitude.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
People & Culture
ADi Group
07.2019 - Current
Managed all in-house human resources activities for 20-30 employees
Coordinated and managed the administration of company offered insurance benefits
Managed the onboarding process for new hires, creating seamless integration into the company culture and work environment
Enhanced company culture by organizing company events, promoting open communication, and providing ongoing support to managers and employees
Acted as Office Manager by ordering supplies, maintaining relationships and scheduling services with vendors, managing the security system, sorting daily mail, and ensuring an organized work environment
Provided back-up support to Accounting by depositing checks, assisting with entering A/P invoices, as well as sending invoices to clients, and completed the Monthly Financial Audit between the operating system and accounting system
Provided overflow support to Client Services by preparing sales orders and purchase orders for invoicing
Acted as an administrative assistant to the President/CEO
Pre-K Teacher
Little Friends of Living Faith
08.2018 - 05.2019
Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons
Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education
Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process
Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven methods to inform instructional decisions
Maintained an organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe
K-3 Academic Interventionist
Des Moines Public Schools
10.2016 - 08.2018
Worked with small groups of students to provide research based interventions
Evaluated the effectiveness of intervention programs through ongoing data analysis and made adjustments as needed
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in academic intervention techniques
Enhanced student performance by implementing targeted academic interventions based on individual needs
Coordinated with other school staff members to ensure seamless integration between intervention services and classroom instruction
Pre-K Teacher
Hope Preschool
08.2014 - 05.2016
Please refer to the job description associated with Little Friends of Living Faith.
1st Grade Teacher
West Des Moines Community Schools
08.2012 - 08.2014
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals
Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly
Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth
Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff
Education
Master of Science - Teaching
Drake University
Des Moines, IA
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts Entrepreneurship
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
Skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Attention to detail
Effective communication
Organizational skills
Adaptability and flexibility
Problem-solving skills
Time management
Timeline
People & Culture
ADi Group
07.2019 - Current
Pre-K Teacher
Little Friends of Living Faith
08.2018 - 05.2019
K-3 Academic Interventionist
Des Moines Public Schools
10.2016 - 08.2018
Pre-K Teacher
Hope Preschool
08.2014 - 05.2016
1st Grade Teacher
West Des Moines Community Schools
08.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Teaching
Drake University
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts Entrepreneurship