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Latonya Hawkins

Senatobia,MS

Summary

Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

(ICS) Institute of Community Services, INC
07.2023 - 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.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

SCHOOL SECRETARY

COAHOMA JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Communicated with parents, teachers and members of public with patient demeanor.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements and completed expense reports for travel reimbursement.
  • Executed on-time, under-budget projects by solving complex issues for senior leadership.
  • Resolved issues with parents using active listening skills to de-escalate difficult situations.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Oversaw staff correspondence, record tracking and data communications, resulting in improved automation of office operations.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
  • Conducted research, compiled and typed statistical reports, synthesized information and provided excellent communication to disseminate information throughout organization.
  • Composed, edited and typed complex memos and reports with job-related software.
  • Updated system to organize office documentation, maximizing efficiency and increasing productivity.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
  • Oversaw school budget and submitted agenda items for approval

ORDER PICKER

OREILLY’S AUTO PARTS WAREHOUSE
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
  • Read orders to verify attributes and quantities of merchandise.
  • Used RF scanner to load totes, pallets and carts onto trucks for customer delivery.
  • Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
  • Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
  • Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
  • Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.
  • Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
  • Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries.

ASSISTANT BUYER

OLYMPUS
02.2015 - 12.2017
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
  • Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments and provided payment option setup assistance.
  • Used proven de-escalation techniques to de-escalate angry customers during telephone interactions.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Answered incoming calls and emails, providing frontline customer support or assistance with product and service transactions.

ASSISTANT BUYER

SMITH & NEPHEW
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Negotiated prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers.
  • Obtained information about customer needs and preferences by conferring with sales or purchasing personnel.
  • Presented new merchandise ideas and campaigns to company executives and sales managers.
  • Determined reasonable prices for goods by evaluating pricing proposals and financial reports.
  • Kept records of vendor and supplier expenditures and organized financial documents into company databases.
  • Vetted suppliers' prices, quality and delivery speed to help select optimal vendors.
  • Negotiated product prices, discounts and shipping incentives with vendors.

Education

Associates Degree -

Remington College

High School Diploma - undefined

Independence High School
05.2000

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education

Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS
05-2023

Skills

  • Meticulous Attention to Detail
  • Document and File Management
  • Computers and Technology
  • Office Equipment Operation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Multitasking and Time Management
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior management
  • Student engagement

References

REFERENCE UPON REQUEST

Timeline

Teacher

(ICS) Institute of Community Services, INC
07.2023 - Current

SCHOOL SECRETARY

COAHOMA JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
07.2022 - 01.2023

ORDER PICKER

OREILLY’S AUTO PARTS WAREHOUSE
08.2021 - 07.2022

ASSISTANT BUYER

OLYMPUS
02.2015 - 12.2017

ASSISTANT BUYER

SMITH & NEPHEW
01.2012 - 01.2015

High School Diploma - undefined

Independence High School

Associates Degree -

Remington College

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education

Northwest Mississippi Community College

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