Kelli Lacefield
Writer
Florida
Summary
Eager professional passionate about creating compelling content and driving engagement. Talented at crafting dynamic stories, informative articles and persuasive content that resonates and inspires readers.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Teacher
Ambleside School Of Ocala
Ocala, Florida
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
Server
Culhane's Irish Pub
Jacksonville , Florida
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Extended Day Coach
St. Paul's Catholic School
Jacksonville, Florida
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
Intern
Juvenile Justice Center
Jacksonville, Florida
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Interacted with clients by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Provided case progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of cases to inform involved parties of progress and updates.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Education
Master of Arts - Literature And Romanticism
09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Major: Child Psychology / Minor: Social Welfare
07.2017 - 12.2019
Skills
Research
Editing
Grammar usage
Scheduling
Time management
Problem-Solving
Excellent Communication
Critical Thinking
Self-Motivated
Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
University of Cumbria - Master of Arts, Literature And Romanticism
09.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher - Ambleside School Of Ocala
08.2020 - 05.2022
Intern - Juvenile Justice Center
05.2019 - 07.2019
Server - Culhane's Irish Pub
07.2018 - 03.2020
Extended Day Coach - St. Paul's Catholic School
01.2018 - 03.2020
University of North Florida - Bachelor of Arts, Major: Child Psychology / Minor: Social Welfare
07.2017 - 12.2019