LaTarsha Rhodan
BEAUFORT,SC
Summary
Experienced educator passionate about leveraging knowledge to empower individuals in achieving their goals. Dedicated to fostering growth and facilitating learning through engaging instructional methods. Proven track record of creating inclusive and supportive environments that inspire students to reach their full potential. Committed to staying abreast of industry trends and implementing innovative teaching strategies for optimal student success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-kindergarten Assistant
COOSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
10.2013 - Current
- Assists teacher in maintaining student discipline and conduct
- Assists with set-up of classroom and prepares materials for specialized instructional units
- Works with small groups or individuals during classroom activities under the teacher’s supervision
- Operates office equipment such as computers, typewriters, copier, calculators, and laminator
- Collects and displays suitable material for displays and bulletin boards
- Provides clerical support by performing such duties as light typing and data entry, routine sorting and filing, and maintaining student records
- Collects incoming money for field trips, school pictures, and other school related fees; prepares receipts for money collected
- Participates in daily and long-range lessons and classroom activity planning
- Participates, when requested, in parent conferences, meetings, professional development and staff meetings
- Assists teacher in maintaining neat work/study areas, collecting, and storing equipment after use by the group and general housekeeping chores
- Assists with supervision of students, as requested
Customer Service Cashier
T J MAXX
07.2007 - 05.2015
- Prioritize and delegates assignments to fellow associates
- Identifies sales referral opportunities and make appropriate referral that focuses on TJX Rewards Program
- Process all returns brought back into the store
- Process cash register transactions to ensure Cash drawer is perfectly balanced and cash is accounted for.
Administrative Support
BEAUFORT HIGH SCHOOL
12.2012 - 06.2013
- Answers incoming calls, takes messages, and re-directs inquiries, as necessary
- Makes appointments as directed and maintains an accurate log of visitors and inquiries
- Greets visitors and students, directs and/or refers them appropriately
- Back-up and assistance to Registrar as requested
- Responsible for providing services to students, faculty and staff related to student records functions including verification of enrollment
- Maintains an orderly and professional environment in the office area.
Academic Advisor
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA BEAUFORT
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Advised and counseled students for the Fall, Spring and Summer semester course selections
- Conducted initial orientation appointments with new students each academic year
- I received and gave referrals to and from faculty and other University offices for students' major considerations, academic issues, or personal concerns
- Analyzed student records in preparation for orientation appointments.
Bank Teller
REGIONS BANK
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Accurately conduct all credit and debit transactions to include receiving checking and savings deposits/withdrawal, checking endorsements and accepting checks for cashing
- Received money from customers, disbursed money to customers and recorded the transactions in accordance with well-defined policies and procedures
- Process deposit and lending transactions at teller window and drive-thru
- Responsible for cash funds and lending transactions and assisting individuals accounts
- Examines checks for proper endorsements and verifies other information such as dates, bank names, identification of the persons receiving payments and legality of documents
- Verified cash drawer, balance and prepared daily work using forms in accordance with standard procedures.
Education Specialist
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA BEAUFORT
01.2005 - 06.2010
- Maintained a caseload of 80 students within the Opportunity Scholars Program with a retention of 90 percent of the students within the program
- Provided professional support and technical services to help plan, organize and administer education programs and student activities for the Opportunity Scholars Program
- Coordinated and implemented the delivery of educational programs including job search, interviewing, career planning and study skills workshops
- Administered various assessment tests for the program qualifications
- Reviewed and approved admissions qualifications for academic programs.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2004 - 12.2004
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for curriculum and classroom activities
- Maintained classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and county policies
- Participated in parent teacher conferences, meetings, professional development, and staff meetings
- Evaluated academic and social growth of students, prepared report cards, kept appropriate records to include attendance reports, checklists and other record keeping activities, as necessary.
Human Service Specialist
BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2001 - 08.2004
- Provided counseling to participants and families on parenting skills and interpersonal relationships and health education
- Maintained a caseload of a minimum of 60 participants
- Accurately planned and implemented knowledge and skills though individual and group conferences.
Human Service Specialist
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
02.1999 - 08.2001
- Provided assessment counseling to prevent pregnancy and to encourage participants to graduate high school and further their education
- Maintained a caseload of 60 participants, documentation, and caseloads
- Provided counseling to parents in parenting skills, interpersonal relations, and health education
- Provided approved transportation for program participants.
Education
Master's Degree - Human Resource Development / Management
Webster University
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
Morris College
Skills
Fast Learner
Time Management
Computer Skills
Team Collaboration
Data Entry
Workload Management
Administrative duties
Support Services
Timeline
Pre-kindergarten Assistant
COOSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
10.2013 - Current
Administrative Support
BEAUFORT HIGH SCHOOL
12.2012 - 06.2013
Academic Advisor
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA BEAUFORT
07.2011 - 06.2012
Bank Teller
REGIONS BANK
08.2010 - 07.2011
Customer Service Cashier
T J MAXX
07.2007 - 05.2015
Education Specialist
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA BEAUFORT
01.2005 - 06.2010
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2004 - 12.2004
Human Service Specialist
BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2001 - 08.2004
Human Service Specialist
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
02.1999 - 08.2001
Master's Degree - Human Resource Development / Management
Webster University
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
Morris College
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