Kelly Dowdy
King William,VA
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development, and project planning. Equipped with an extensive background in versatile education environments.Competent at performing independently or as a member of a teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Friendly Care Day School
2023.05 - 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 AND TEACHER
LOVE BUGS DAYCARE
2014.02 - 2023.04
- Founded and managed Love Bugs Daycare
- Advertised business and conducted interviews for new clients
- Planned the budget for business supplies and food
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
DEPARTMENT SPECIALIST
THE FRESH MARKET
2014.01
- Delivered key information on product features to help customers make educated purchasing decisions
- Monitored inventory of departmental supplies and replenished items to enable normal operations
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
LEAD SERVER
SUNLINER DINER
2017.01 - 2018.11
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request
- Upsold appetizers, drinks and desserts to increase restaurant profits
- Trained new employees
- Marketing Manager
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2025
HIGHSCHOOL DIPLOMA -
GLEN ALLEN HIGHSCHOOL
01.2013
Skills
- Financial planning
- Excellent people skills
- Marketing
- Staff training
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
State
VA
City
King William
Timeline
Teacher
Friendly Care Day School
2023.05 - Current
LEAD SERVER
SUNLINER DINER
2017.01 - 2018.11
OWNER AND TEACHER
LOVE BUGS DAYCARE
2014.02 - 2023.04
DEPARTMENT SPECIALIST
THE FRESH MARKET
2014.01
Bachelor of Science - Education
Liberty University
HIGHSCHOOL DIPLOMA -
GLEN ALLEN HIGHSCHOOL
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