Justin Lease
RAY,MI
Summary
Dynamic educator and entrepreneur with a proven track record at Utica Community Schools and J. Lease Landscape Creations. Excelled in classroom management and critical thinking, enhancing student engagement and operational efficiency. Demonstrated ability to motivate students and streamline processes, significantly improving satisfaction and performance. Skilled in lesson planning and customer service, achieving notable success in both educational and business settings. In addition, I coached coached basketball for 7 years and golf for 20 years mentoring young people.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Utica Community Schools
09.1999 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Owner/Operator
J. Lease Landscape Creations
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
Sales Associate/Laborer
Haley Stone Supply
04.1992 - 08.1998
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Leadership/Principalship
Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI08.2002
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry Teacher Education
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI04.1999
High School Diploma -
Sterling Heights High School
Sterling Heights, MI06.1993
Skills
Critical Thinking
Motivating students
Organization
Positive Role Model
Task management
Project Management
Communication
Creativity
Timeline
Owner/Operator
J. Lease Landscape Creations
05.2019 - 08.2022
Teacher
Utica Community Schools
09.1999 - Current
Sales Associate/Laborer
Haley Stone Supply
04.1992 - 08.1998
Master of Arts - Education Leadership/Principalship
Saginaw Valley State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry Teacher Education
Wayne State University
High School Diploma -
Sterling Heights High School