An organized and motivated professional, leveraging exceptional time management, communication, and multitasking skills developed as a stay-at-home mom, eager to re-enter the workforce.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay-at-Home Mom
Self Employed Web
Little Silver, NJ
04.2008 - Current
Manage and organize household activities, budget and schedules for my four children (ages 16, 14, 12, & 10)
Provide educational and emotional support to family members
Navigate complex interpersonal challenges, mediating issues to build vital communication and conflict resolution skills
Multi-year PTO volunteer, including past role as an executive board member
Assisting in classrooms as Classroom Parent at various grade levels, school library volunteer, chaperoning field trips, and aiding in planning annual district wide fundraising events
Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
Avon Board of Education
Avon-by-the-Sea, NJ
08.2007 - 04.2008
Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success
Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress
Managed classroom behavior by implementing proactive strategies for a safe learning environment
Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular units that integrated multiple subject areas into one project or task
Part-Time Retail Sales Associate
Ann Taylor, J. Crew, Pottery Barn
Short Hills, NJ
04.2004 - 08.2007
Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs by answering merchandise questions and offering suggestions for additional items that may be of interest
Developed and maintained relationships with regular customers, providing personalized service to encourage repeat business
Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues and answering queries promptly
Managed loyalty programs, signing up new members and explaining benefits to enhance customer retention
Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices
Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers
Third and Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
Watchung Board of Education
Watchung , NJ
08.2005 - 06.2007
Facilitated a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management techniques
Worked collaboratively with special education staff members to ensure that all students had access to necessary resources
Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge
Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Pfizer
Parsippany, NJ
03.2003 - 04.2004
Educated doctors on Pfizer pharmecuticals with a focus on the brands Celebrex and Zoloft
Scheduled appointments, cultivated and maintained relationships with healthcare professionals and key decision-makers to increase product awareness and sell specific products
Strengthened branding initiatives by coordinating monthly events to maximize outreach
Maintained accurate records of sales activity using CRM software systems
Inside Sales Representative
Software House International, SHI
Somerset, NJ
09.1997 - 03.2003
Supported and collaborated with outside sales representatives to determine strategic sales approaches for Fortune 500 customers
Prepared and delivered sales presentations to customers and participated in trade shows and conventions
Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records, as well as followed up on pending orders and inquiries in a timely manner
Utilized CRM software to track sales, communicate with team members, and prepare weekly reports summarizing sales activities, forecasts and performance metrics