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John Colby Barnes

Lexington,KY

Summary

Since graduating with my BS in Communications, I would like to pursue a job in a marketing, human resources, public relations or another business-related field with an emphasis in Communications. However, I am motivated and have a willingness to learn about other career paths and would welcome the opportunity to engage new interests. Within 2 years I intend to return to school to earn my Master’s Degree. Leadership Abilities Effective verbal and written communication skills; the ability to encourage and motivate others; self-motivated and willing to set goals; value time management; people person and team player; proficient with social media and marketing strategies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Route Sales Representative

Frito Lay
Lexington, KY
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing solutions to issues.
  • Maximized sales through effective territory management and strategic route planning.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business and referrals.
  • Expanded client base by consistently seeking out new opportunities for sales growth.

Paraeducator

Fayette County Public Schools
Lexington, KY
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.

Substitute Teacher

FCPS
Lexington, KY
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
  • Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.

North Regional Supervisor

Helping Hands LLC
Lexington, KY
12.2021 - 04.2023
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Directed training, promotions and employee motivation to minimize turnover and maximize productivity.

Referee/Umpire

Myself
09.2013 - Current
  • Maintained control of games, for safe, timely event running.
  • Stayed composed and professional in high-pressure and emotionally-charged situations with coaches, players and fans.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
  • Navigated difficult situations using effective communication and explanation of game rules.

Order Picker

Home Depot
Lexington, KY
06.2013 - 06.2015
  • Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete timely orders and avoid delays.
  • Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Communications

Kentucky Wesleyan College
Owensboro, Kentucky
2021

University of New Haven
New Haven, Connecticut

Associates - General Studies

Ventura Community College
Ventura, CA
05.2018

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois

General Diploma -

Henry Clay High School

Skills

  • Motivational Leadership
  • Active Listening
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Team Goals
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Priority Management
  • Problem Resolution
  • Mentoring
  • Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 20 staff members.
  • Graduated college Cum Laude
  • Former D1 athlete

Affiliations

First Baptist Church

Timeline

Route Sales Representative

Frito Lay
03.2024 - 06.2024

Paraeducator

Fayette County Public Schools
10.2023 - 03.2024

Substitute Teacher

FCPS
05.2023 - 11.2023

North Regional Supervisor

Helping Hands LLC
12.2021 - 04.2023

Referee/Umpire

Myself
09.2013 - Current

Order Picker

Home Depot
06.2013 - 06.2015

Bachelor’s Degree - Communications

Kentucky Wesleyan College

University of New Haven

Associates - General Studies

Ventura Community College

Eastern Illinois University

General Diploma -

Henry Clay High School
John Colby Barnes