Joshua Hamilton
Lauderdale Lakes,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic and experienced teacher dedicated to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments for students with diverse learning abilities. I have strong organizational skills and work effectively with children, parents, colleagues, and supervisors. In addition to my teaching experience, I possess a robust retail and administrative background, enabling me to serve as a responsive and motivational team leader. I excel in training, problem-solving, and planning, and I proactively contribute to promoting business success. My retail experience has honed my communication skills and fostered a positive attitude in all interactions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Head
Hobby Lobby
Davie, Florida
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Identified areas for process improvement within the department through feedback from staff members.
- Developed and implemented departmental goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
- Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
Department Manager
Bed Bath & Beyond
Sunrise/Aventura, FL
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Trained and mentored new associates on department policies and procedures
- Coached and trained new staff members, providing guidance on department policies and procedures.
- Addressed employee issues and conflicts to provide input, feedback, and coaching
- Delegated tasks appropriate to individual employees to provide development opportunities
- Managed inventory and stock levels in coordination with purchasing and receiving department
- Connected with customers to aid and collect feedback to optimize operations
Online English Instructor
English V.I.P Services
Remote
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Implemented clear class objectives and requirements to enhance educational consistency for students
- Created safe and inclusive classroom environment to promote positive learning experience for youth with diverse backgrounds
- Planned interactive theme days for students to highlight culture of English-speaking countries.
- Promoted classroom participation through interactive activities like role-playing or games.
Academic Operations Manager
Liceo La Atarraya
Ahuachapan, El Salvador
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Trained, mentored, and motivated employees to maximize team productivity
- Engaged employees to create safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition
- Oversaw implementation of procedures, goals and objectives within operations
- Identified areas for improvement and implemented new processes to enhance overall company quality and performance
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems
- Developed work plans and schedules for employees to facilitate adequate staffing for service requirements.
P.E Teacher
Liceo La Atarraya
Ahuachapan , El Salvador
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Monitored student progress throughout the school year and provided support where needed.
- Organized and supervised team building activities to foster collaboration among students.
- Encouraged positive behavior through praise and constructive criticism when necessary.
- Implemented new strategies for teaching physical education concepts in an engaging way.
Film Crew Member
Concordia University Wisconsin
Mequon, WI
10.2014 - 08.2016
- Drove customer feedback to deliver information to management for corrective action
- Provided product shipment logistical support and quality control by coordinating with vendors, resulting in increased revenue
- Supported camera operations on film crew by handling measuring and focusing during filming, helping set up, build, and maintain camera and lenses and writing camera reports.
Sports Assistant
Liceo La Atarraya
Ahuachapan, El Salvador
07.2012 - 01.2014
- Planned recreation activities, sports events, and competitions
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports, and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion
- Updated system to organize office documentation, maximizing efficiency and increasing productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Concordia University Wisconsin
Mequon, WI12.2017
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Innovative lesson planning
- Parent and student communication
- FLUENT IN SPANISH
- Growth planning
- Customer relations
- Staff development
- Operational planning
- Employee Hiring
- Sales management
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Department Head
Hobby Lobby
08.2023 - Current
Department Manager
Bed Bath & Beyond
06.2022 - 08.2023
Online English Instructor
English V.I.P Services
12.2021 - 07.2022
Academic Operations Manager
Liceo La Atarraya
02.2020 - 11.2021
P.E Teacher
Liceo La Atarraya
02.2018 - 01.2020
Film Crew Member
Concordia University Wisconsin
10.2014 - 08.2016
Sports Assistant
Liceo La Atarraya
07.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Concordia University Wisconsin