Jodi Brewer
Lexington,KY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills. Has proven managerial skills. Exceptional organization and interpersonal skills that empower accomplishment of set goals. Passionate commitment for helping others with a broad background in various volunteer organizations and community services.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Teacher for 2nd/3rd Classroom
Redwood Cooperative School
08.2023 - Current
- Designed, implemented, and assessed engaging and interactive lessons focused on social emotional, literacy, math, writing, phonics, and project-based learning
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
- Utilized IMSE resources for progress monitoring and assessments
- Teaching with Handwriting Without Tears and Orton Gillingham programs
- Implemented policies & procedures for efficient classroom operations, and successfully managed students' activities using positive discipline
- Member of our DEI school committee where challenge ourselves to regularly evaluate and refine curricula, policies, and practices to commit the appropriate resources to ensure we embody our beliefs for a diverse, inclusive, and equitable school community that prepares students to participate in a complex, pluralistic, and interconnected society.
President of the Board of Directors
Roller Derby of Central Kentucky
07.2023 - Current
- Lexington, Kentucky's premier Flat Track Roller Derby league
- We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) business that fosters athletic growth and integrity in members
- I supervise a board of 9 directors to ensure adequate business functioning
- Responsible for working with the board to set short- and long-term organizational goals
- Goals include community outreach, organizational capacity, fundraising and capital improvements
- Evaluate progress of the planned outcomes and the strategic plan to grow organizational capacity and connect daily work with the vision and mission of the organization
- Schedules and leads executive board meetings
- Serves as an ad-hoc oversight member on all sub-committees including finance, fundraising, community outreach, marketing, training, event production, and league policy and procedures
- Meets with directors regularly to provide guidance about workflow, delegation, and leadership growth.
Volunteer Advocate
Ampersand
02.2022 - Current
- Trained as a crisis response medical advocate
- Visits emergency rooms and police departments to believe, support, and advocate with survivors in crisis
- Worked with community to increase the nonprofit's presence
- Converse with individuals in crisis which called the hotline for assistance
- Participates in continuous learning by attending regular professional development opportunities, enhancing my individual skill set
- Leans on psychological and emotional understanding of victims to create safe and comfortable environment for patients
- Displays sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Substitute Teacher and Paraeducator
Redwood Cooperative School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Adjusted teaching methods to different age groups and subjects to cover classes for Pre-K through Middle School
- Fostered relationships with students, teachers, and families
- Followed the curriculum and lesson plans of the regular teacher
- Complied with school regulations and policies
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques
- As a para, assisted the lead teacher in developing weekly curriculum plans to meet the needs of a student.
Managing Director
Woodhouse Day Spa
11.2019 - 05.2022
- Managed a team of 25-30 hospitality and spa professional team members
- Responsible for developing and coaching our five-star customer service experience
- Responsible for all hiring, firing, and training of team members
- Able to maintain a calm presence during all high-pressure situations and conflict resolution
- Performed accounting duties, such as recording daily cash flow, preparing bank deposits, and generating financial statements
- Evaluated financial operations to determine areas of opportunity
- Managed the digital marketing platform to help optimize our marketing efforts
- Executed all ordering of spa inventory and supplies
- Coordinator for all charitable donations and community engagement
- Expert in team morale and culture development
- Skilled in Meevo and Millennium scheduling software
- Fostered an inclusive work environment by championing diversity initiatives and empowering employees at all levels
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills
- Led efforts to establish a strong company culture, emphasizing core values and promoting employee satisfaction throughout the organization.
Board of Trustee Member
Redwood Cooperative School
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Played a strong role in governance, strategic planning, and provided oversight/accountability for the organization
- Member of the school's DEI committee, Board Nominating Committee, and Finance Committee at governance level
- Facilitated networking opportunities between the organization's leadership team and influential community stakeholders.
Independent Consultant and Business Owner
Boutique Clothing
11.2013 - 11.2019
- Top regional sales gained by creating and implementing a strategic sale vision
- Converse professionally and comfortably with clientele regarding sensitive subject matter with focus on rapport building
- Utilized human relation, communication, and empathy skills to build and maintain a large customer base
- Exceeded a diverse array of client expectations on a consistent basis
- Successfully implemented various marketing and advertising techniques to generate new leads and sales
- Mentor and trainer for 5-10 team members
- Executed all my business analysis, sales forecasting, budgeting, taxes and accounting.
Loss Prevention Officer
J.C.Penney's
01.2008 - 12.2010
- Observed shoppers; detained and interviewed persons apprehended for shoplifting and fraud in accordance with local laws and company policy
- Maintained liaison with local police
- Assisted in internal investigation as required
- Participated in court hearings as required
- Maintained a safe business environment
- Completed incident reports and activity logs for accurate, current records.
Department Manager
J.C. Penney's
01.2006 - 08.2008
- Coach, developed and motivated associates to achieve optimum productivity, and execution of J.C
- Penney's CORE Standards
- Managed and provided leadership for all sales floor processes related to selling activities to achieve store's sales and profit objectives
- Identified issues and worked with upper management to develop and execute plans to resolve staff and marketing issues
- Developed and maintained work schedules for my departments' selling associates based on the forecast workload and budget
- Assured timely availability of qualified associates through active participation in the store's recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training processes
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Education
Master Social Work -
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12.2008
B.S. Family and Consumer Sciences -
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2006
Skills
- Relationship and Team Building
- Strategic Business Planning
- Financial Leadership
- Policies and Procedures
- Nonprofit Experience
- Staff Management
- Business Administration
- Conflict Resolution
- Social-Emotional Training
- Learning Strategies
- Special Needs Students
- Project Based Learning
- Cultural Awareness / Cultural Sensitivity
- Ability to build fast rapport
Timeline
Co-Teacher for 2nd/3rd Classroom
Redwood Cooperative School
08.2023 - Current
President of the Board of Directors
Roller Derby of Central Kentucky
07.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher and Paraeducator
Redwood Cooperative School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Volunteer Advocate
Ampersand
02.2022 - Current
Managing Director
Woodhouse Day Spa
11.2019 - 05.2022
Board of Trustee Member
Redwood Cooperative School
01.2019 - 05.2021
Independent Consultant and Business Owner
Boutique Clothing
11.2013 - 11.2019
Loss Prevention Officer
J.C.Penney's
01.2008 - 12.2010
Department Manager
J.C. Penney's
01.2006 - 08.2008
Master Social Work -
University of Kentucky
B.S. Family and Consumer Sciences -
University of Kentucky
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