JENNIFER KEPNER
Noon Duty Supervisor/ Non Profit Executive Director
Oceanside,CA
Summary
High-performing professional with four years of senior leadership experience. In-depth knowledge of business operations at all levels. Demonstrated morale builder who offers solid work ethic and dedication to ensuring the organizations mission is upheld. Efficiency orientated multi-tasker with reputation for superlative communication and customer service skills. Flexible and adaptable go-getter with a positive attitude and ability to see opportunity in challenging situations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Noon Duty Supervisor
Oceanside Unified School District
Oceanside, CA
09.2019 - Current
- Ensured the safety and wellbeing of students.
- Helped guide pupils in developing good habits while promoting courtesy.
- Observed that safety rules and student code of conduct were obeyed.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts.
- Reported unauthorized activities to the appropriate authority.
- Assisted in the preparation and signing of accident reports when children were injured.
Resident Advisor Board Member Volunteer
Lincoln Military Housing
Oceanside, CA
07.2019 - Current
- Assisted the event planner and district office with planning and executing events.
- Spoke on behalf of the community as a whole on bigger picture goals such as expansion of services to improve quality of life.
- Planned and hosted RAB community events utilizing strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with residents.
- Functioned as a community representative.
PTO President
North Terrace Elementary PTO Inc.
Oceanside, CA
09.2018 - Current
- Set overall vision and provided team leadership
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem solving skills to maintain team efficiency and ensure objectives were met.
- Prepared and managed a $50,000+ budget yearly utilizing budgeting software.
- Facilitated fundraisers by communicating with fundraising representatives, parents, staff and volunteers. Formed connections with local businesses and vendors to include soliciting sponsorships and requesting donations.
- Consistently exceeded fundraising goals by 15-20% each year.
- Planned dozens of events which entailed preparing contracts, booking vendors, arranging rentals, making online and in person purchases, obtaining donations, coordinating volunteers, decorating and more.
- Managed many overlapping fundraisers, events, and business operation tasks using impressive multitasking skills.
- Presided over PTO meetings to include proposals and presentations.
- Liaised with school administration, teachers, parents, board members, and community businesses.
- Managed the non-profits online square store, newsletter, and social media accounts.
- Utilized Microsoft Office to include Word and Excel, Canva, Constant Contact, and Google Workspace for a number of projects.
- Selected to attend Arbinger Institute outward Leadership Training alongside key school staff.
Campus Supervision Substitute
Oceanside Unified School District
Oceanside , CA
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted in maintaining a safe, orderly and secure school site environment by monitoring campus buildings and grounds.
- Assisted in ensuring student compliance with school and district policies and regualtions.
- Monitored students on campus and at school activities.
Childcare Provider
Self Employment Specialist
Bluffton, SC
08.2008 - 05.2018
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and intellectual instruction.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Ensured the health and safety of multiple children daily.
- Kept records of children's routines throughout the day.
- Maintained an open line of communication with parents throughout the day.
Bartender/Banquet Server
Carolina Grill
New Bern, NC
06.2004 - 04.2008
- Welcomed customers and built relationships with regular patrons.
- Utilized a point of sale system to place orders, ensured charges were accurate, ran credit and debit card transactions. Handled cash transactions and balanced the register at the end of each shift.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets and increased sales and profits.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Resolved minor customer conflicts
Education
GED -
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC 06.2016 - 08.2016
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC 08.2005 - 12.2005
Skills
Strong communicator who is adept at listening attentively and speaking effectively
Strong organizational skills with the ability to muti-task and prioritize
Proficient with computer software, photo copiers and scanners
Professional appearance and positive demanor
Self driven problem-solver who is results orientated
Volunteer work
Earned the Oceanside Unified School District Award for Volunteerism in 2019.
Timeline
Campus Supervision Substitute
Oceanside Unified School District
11.2020 - 01.2021
Noon Duty Supervisor
Oceanside Unified School District
09.2019 - Current
Resident Advisor Board Member Volunteer
Lincoln Military Housing
07.2019 - Current
PTO President
North Terrace Elementary PTO Inc.
09.2018 - Current
GED -
Craven Community College
06.2016 - 08.2016
Childcare Provider
Self Employment Specialist
08.2008 - 05.2018
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Craven Community College
08.2005 - 12.2005
Bartender/Banquet Server
Carolina Grill
06.2004 - 04.2008