Kara James
Fennimore Community School District
35
years of professional experience
Passionate elementary art teacher, fostering creativity in students through diverse techniques and mediums. Expertise in developing cross-curricular projects and organizing exhibitions that promote community engagement and student pride.
Work History
Elementary Art Teacher
11 Years 1 Month- Developed engaging art curriculum aligned with state standards to enhance student creativity and critical thinking.
- Enhanced student creativity by introducing various art techniques and mediums.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, connecting art with other subjects.
- Organized annual art exhibitions showcasing student work, fostering pride and community engagement.
Manager
1 Year 2 Months- Led daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality service delivery.
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated supply chain logistics for timely product availability.
- Trained and developed team members to enhance performance and customer engagement.
- Implemented process improvements, increasing operational efficiency and reducing costs.
Floral Designer
1 Year 9 Months- Assisted in marketing efforts by creating visually appealing displays to attract customers in-store.
- Provided exceptional customer service by understanding client needs and offering tailored recommendations.
- Adapted quickly to changing design trends, incorporating innovative techniques into floral arrangements.
- Trained new staff on basic floral design techniques and shop protocols, promoting a cohesive team environment.
Floral Designer
6 Months- Designed custom floral arrangements for various events, enhancing client satisfaction and visual appeal.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely delivery of floral orders and arrangements.
- Selected appropriate flowers and materials based on seasonal availability and client preferences.
- Maintained inventory levels, ensuring availability of fresh flowers and supplies for daily operations.
Customer Service Representative
1 Year- Answered phones and resolved customer inquiries to enhance satisfaction
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and order issues, ensuring prompt resolution.
- Processed customer orders accurately using Lands' End order management system.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service processes and improve satisfaction ratings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Art Education
Associate of Arts - Commercial Art
Bachelor of Science
Skills
Artistic talent
Digital art tools
Organization and planning
Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Elementary Art Teacher
Fennimore Community School District
07.2015 - CurrentRead More
Manager
Jerry's Flowers & Gifts
08.1995 - 10.1996Read More
Floral Designer
Jerry's Flowers & Gifts
09.1993 - 06.1995Read More
Floral Designer
Felly's Flowers
03.1993 - 09.1993Read More
Customer Service Representative
Lands' End Direct Merchants
08.1991 - 08.1992Read More
University of Platteville
Bachelor of Science from Art Education
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Madison Area Technical College
Associate of Arts from Commercial Art
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Fennimore High School
Bachelor of Science
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