Kristi Rooks
Anna
Summary
Versatile and people-focused professional with experience spanning education, coaching, animal services, and small business ownership. Known for exceptional customer service, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently. Passionate about animal care and building positive relationships with clients, coworkers, and the community. Adaptable, dependable, and driven to create supportive, well-managed environments through strong communication and time management skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
American Sign Language Teacher
The Kid Connection
09.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to teach American Sign Language to diverse student groups.
- Facilitated interactive activities promoting language acquisition and cultural awareness among students.
- Utilized visual aids and technology to enhance learning experiences and student participation.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Established positive relationships with parents through open communication channels, keeping them informed of their child's progress in learning ASL.
Varsity Cheer Coach
Homeschool Athletic Association
05.2022 - 05.2026
- Coordinated practice schedules, ensuring optimal attendance and engagement from athletes.
- Established a positive team culture that encouraged camaraderie and sportsmanship among athletes.
- Mentored student-athletes in teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship principles.
- Provided constructive feedback to athletes, fostering an environment of growth and continuous improvement.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate uniforms, music, and choreography for optimal presentation during performances and competitions.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss athlete progress and address concerns effectively.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for all practices, competitions, and performances, ensuring smooth operations.
- Implemented safety protocols during practices to ensure athlete well-being and compliance.
- Enhanced program visibility through social media engagement and community outreach initiatives.
Sole Proprietor
Hip Green Baby
10.2008 - 01.2025
- Maintained a thriving and successful small business via social networking and word of mouth contacts.
- Managed supply chain logistics, ensuring timely delivery of sustainable products to customers.
- Established marketing strategies through social media channels, increasing brand awareness and customer loyalty.
- Developed and maintained e-commerce platform for product sales and customer engagement.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Animal Services Officer
Grayson County
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Completed and organized appropriate documents for the county and state.
- Responded to reports of concerns regarding animal welfare, stray, dumped, ill domestic animals.
- Established animal quarantine protocol following a bite incident.
- Followed strict intake instructions (proper kennel share, intake paperwork and intake vaccinations) when delivering an animal to the contracted animal shelter.
- Maintained amazing customer service with the citizens of the county.
- Maintained an organized system to document and prioritize high call volume voicemails.
- Assessed breed, age, health, behavior and personalities of domestic animals.
- Used many humane techniques and tools to secure/handle friendly and non-friendly domestic animals.
- Networked with local domestic animal rescues and wildlife rescues in special cases.
American Sign Language Interpreter
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
09.1993 - 12.2000
- Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students during classroom instruction.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine interpreting skills and stay current with industry standards.
- Taught ASL to the hearing students who also attended the school.
- Highly sought after substitute teacher for both hearing and deaf classrooms.
Education
Associate of Science - Interpreter Training Program
Eastfield College
Mesquite, TXSkills
- Glowing customer service skills
- Excels at time management and organization
- Alliance of Therapy Dogs member and tester of potential therapy dog teams
- Extrovert who loves people
- Passionate about the welfare and health of animals
- Bilingual ~ American Sign Language
Certification
Cheer Coach Membership - USA Cheer
USA Cheer Safety and Risk Management Course
Concussion in Sports - NFHS
Coaching Student Leadership - NFHS
Heat Illness Prevention - NFHS
Tester/Observer Certification - Alliance of Therapy Dogs
National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Timeline
American Sign Language Teacher
The Kid Connection
09.2025 - Current
Varsity Cheer Coach
Homeschool Athletic Association
05.2022 - 05.2026
Animal Services Officer
Grayson County
07.2016 - 10.2016
Sole Proprietor
Hip Green Baby
10.2008 - 01.2025
American Sign Language Interpreter
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
09.1993 - 12.2000
Associate of Science - Interpreter Training Program
Eastfield College