I am a creative business owner and teacher seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. My varied experiences in the working world allow me to bring many different qualities to the table for any company. I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Ardent Resource Management, LLC
08.2019 - Current
Prepared invoices for work completed. Prepared bank deposits and handled business purchases.
Prepared contracts for various scopes of work.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
HR Specialist
ArborWorks, Inc.
03.2021 - 08.2021
Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
Assisted with payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered based upon verified work hours.
Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
Briefed job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
Developed and coordinated employee training programs to improve productivity and performance.
Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
Online Teacher
Alabama Virtual Academy
07.2016 - 12.2019
Navigated technical difficulties in organizing virtual classrooms, adapting lessons where necessary and supporting students in accessing lessons successfully.
Developed lesson plans to engage students online, holding class accountable and generating greater comprehension and learning.
Adhered to standards established by institutional leadership, supporting unit objectives while infusing creativity into lessons.
Graded assignments and attributed letter grades to students for performance on assignments of varying complexity and difficulty.
Tutored students through challenges and issues in project and assignment completion.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Teacher
Baldwin And Mobile Counties Board Of Education
08.1997 - 05.2009
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Spring Hill College
Mobile, AL
12.1996
Skills
Business Administration
Financial Management
Contract Management
Customer Service
Relationship Building
Recruiting
Candidate Sourcing
Project Planning
Microsoft Office Suite
Student Engagement
Classroom Instruction
Technology Integration
Timeline
HR Specialist
ArborWorks, Inc.
03.2021 - 08.2021
Business Owner
Ardent Resource Management, LLC
08.2019 - Current
Online Teacher
Alabama Virtual Academy
07.2016 - 12.2019
Teacher
Baldwin And Mobile Counties Board Of Education
08.1997 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Education
Spring Hill College
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