Creative Educator and Writer on a mission to build inclusive communities through language learning and artistic expression. I am a working artist and life long learner with experience in teaching, writing, and the outdoors.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Visual Merchandiser/Sales Specialist
Recreational Equipment, Inc, REI
08.2020 - 08.2023
Enhanced store sales by creating visually appealing and strategically placed product displays.
Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience, resulting in better customer satisfaction ratings.
Provided ongoing feedback on display performance to store management, enabling continuous improvement in visual merchandising techniques.
Coordinated with marketing team to create cohesive in-store promotional materials for special events and sales campaigns.
Updated signage regularly to reflect current promotions or markdowns, improving clarity for customers seeking sale items within store environment.
Home Educator
Self
10.2010 - 05.2019
Increased parental involvement in their children''s education by maintaining open communication lines and providing regular progress updates.
Served as a mentor for struggling students, providing one-on-one guidance to improve academic performance over time.
Developed individualized learning plans to accommodate diverse learner needs and promote academic growth.
Assisted students with special needs through tailored instruction and additional resources to ensure their success in the classroom.
Supervised extracurricular activities such as field trips or clubs to promote social interaction outside of the formal classroom setting.
Presented a talk on the power of books at the Love to Learn Conference, 2016
Organized engaging educational events like book clubs and poetry readings to showcase student achievements.
Library Services Assistant
Greensboro Public Library
05.2007 - 08.2008
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with the community.
Volunteered in the ESOL Tutoring Program
Instructor, Women's Literacy Class, ESOL
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/Education Studies
Guilford College
Greensboro, NC
08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Instructional Design
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Timeline
Visual Merchandiser/Sales Specialist
Recreational Equipment, Inc, REI
08.2020 - 08.2023
Home Educator
Self
10.2010 - 05.2019
Library Services Assistant
Greensboro Public Library
05.2007 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/Education Studies
Guilford College
08.2003 - 05.2007
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