Destiny Gartmond
San Antonio
Summary
Detail-oriented Office Administrator with over 3 years of experience in administrative support and office coordination. Skilled in managing schedules, arranging travel, and handling communications in fast-paced environments. Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills, with additional background in education and customer service. Adept at multitasking, problem-solving, and maintaining a professional demeanor.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
1st & 2nd Grade Homeroom Teacher
The Gathering Place
08.2022 - Current
- Develop and deliver engaging, project-based lesson plans in literacy and numeracy aligned with curriculum standards
- Differentiate instruction to support diverse learning needs and foster students’ academic and social-emotional growth
- Maintain a safe, well-organized classroom environment and implement behavior management and restorative practices
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom activities
Teacher Assistant
School of Science & Technology (SST) Alamo
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted lead teacher with classroom management and lesson implementation for small groups and individual students
- Prepared instructional materials, handled paperwork, and reinforced lessons to help students achieve academic goals
- Supervised students during daily activities (breakfast, recess, lunch, dismissal), ensuring a safe and orderly environment
Teacher Assistant
Christ Lutheran Day School
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with the classroom teacher to monitor each child’s development and support learning activities
- Stepped into lead role when the teacher was absent, maintaining routines and instructional continuity
- Communicated with parents to provide updates on student progress and any changes to the daily schedule
School Monitor
BASIS San Antonio North Central
12.2017 - 10.2019
- Monitored students during lunches, recess, and class transitions to ensure safety and appropriate behavior
- Responded to incidents and emergencies quickly, reporting issues to school administration as needed
- Assisted with front office tasks and provided reliable support to overall school operations when required
Customer Service/Cashier Supervisor
Piggly Wiggly
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Supervised and trained a front-end team of cashiers and baggers, ensuring compliance with store policies and excellent customer service
- Managed daily cash operations, including handling registers, processing voids/returns, and preparing end-of-day deposits
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly and professionally to maintain high customer satisfaction
- Coordinated employee break schedules and delegated tasks to sustain efficient checkout flow and store cleanliness
Administrative Assistant
Alpha & Omega Educational Service
11.2014 - 11.2017
- Managed day-to-day office tasks such as filing documents, generating reports, and preparing presentations for meetings
- Provided real-time scheduling support for the owner, coordinating appointments and preventing calendar conflicts
- Arranged business travel accommodations (flights, rental cars, hotels, etc.) and created detailed travel itineraries
- Screened phone calls, routed inquiries to the appropriate parties, and greeted visitors as the first point of contact
- Recorded meeting minutes, handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, and conducted research to support projects
- Maintained an inventory of office supplies, reordering as needed to ensure a well-stocked and organized workplace
- Maintained polite and professional communication with clients and staff via phone, email, and mail
Summer Program Staff & Volunteer
Boys & Girls Club of the Wiregrass
05.2011 - 08.2015
- Planned and facilitated summer educational and recreational activities for youth members in a safe, positive environment
- Ensured facilities and equipment were maintained daily and prepared program areas for activities and events
- Tracked participant attendance and behavior data to evaluate program effectiveness and youth development progress
Education
Certification in Core EC-6 -
Teachworthy
San Antonio, TX03.2025
B.A. - Liberal Arts, Education
Pacific Islands University
Mangilao, GU04.2022
Associate of Arts - Teaching
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX05.2020
High School Diploma -
Ashford High School
Ashford, AL05.2016
Skills
- Office Administration & Filing
- Travel Planning & Coordination
- Calendar Management & Scheduling
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Customer Service
- Team Leadership & Staff Training
- Time Management & Organizational Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Timeline
1st & 2nd Grade Homeroom Teacher
The Gathering Place
08.2022 - Current
Teacher Assistant
School of Science & Technology (SST) Alamo
08.2021 - 08.2022
Teacher Assistant
Christ Lutheran Day School
10.2019 - 08.2021
School Monitor
BASIS San Antonio North Central
12.2017 - 10.2019
Customer Service/Cashier Supervisor
Piggly Wiggly
02.2016 - 11.2017
Administrative Assistant
Alpha & Omega Educational Service
11.2014 - 11.2017
Summer Program Staff & Volunteer
Boys & Girls Club of the Wiregrass
05.2011 - 08.2015
Certification in Core EC-6 -
Teachworthy
B.A. - Liberal Arts, Education
Pacific Islands University
Associate of Arts - Teaching
San Antonio College
High School Diploma -
Ashford High School
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