Landon Smith
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in customer service and education, having excelled at Hilltop Grocery and Cumberland County Schools. Proven ability to foster community engagement and enhance learning through innovative techniques. Skilled in cash handling and conflict resolution, consistently delivering exceptional results while maintaining integrity and professionalism.
Safety professional focused on creating safe and compliant workspaces. Recognized for reducing hazards and promoting culture of safety. Team-oriented with strong commitment to achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Proficient in risk assessment, hazard control, and regulatory compliance for upwards of 500 Chemicals and substances.
Professional educator with extensive knowledge in scientific disciplines and strong commitment to fostering collaborative learning environment. Adept at designing engaging curriculum, utilizing innovative teaching methods, and adapting to diverse student needs. Known for driving academic success and building positive relationships with both students and colleagues. Ability to inspire curiosity and critical thinking in students while ensuring alignment with educational standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier/Stocker
Hilltop Grocery
03.2022 - 03.2025
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cashand credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Science Teacher/Chemical Safety Officer
Cumberland County Schools
09.2017 - 12.2021
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
Biotechnician/ Lab Biologist for SEAPHAGES
Howard Hughs Medical Institute
09.2015 - 09.2018
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify new methods to protect Type species.
- Maintained high-quality records of experiments, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference and analysis.
- Presented talks to public and school groups to encourage interest in STEM topics.
- Enhanced research efficiency by implementing innovative laboratory techniques and protocols.
- Increased species identification accuracy through regular collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Contributed to the publication of peer-reviewed articles, disseminating knowledge within the scientific community.
- Presented findings at conferences and seminars, effectively communicating results to peers and stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Biology, Botony, Zoology
University of North Carolina At Fayetteville State
Fayetteville12.2018
Skills
- Customer Service with extreme concentration on creating a community atmosphere and making each customer feel as if they are the most important client
- Customer assistance
- Work ethic and integrity
- Patience and empathy
- Time management skills
- Cash handling
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Team collaboration
- Customer service excellence
- Reliability and punctuality
- Customer relations
- Written and verbal communication
- Professionalism and courtesy
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Cashier/Stocker
Hilltop Grocery
03.2022 - 03.2025
Science Teacher/Chemical Safety Officer
Cumberland County Schools
09.2017 - 12.2021
Biotechnician/ Lab Biologist for SEAPHAGES
Howard Hughs Medical Institute
09.2015 - 09.2018
Bachelor Of Science - Biology, Botony, Zoology
University of North Carolina At Fayetteville State