Lee Caballero
Hammond,LA
Summary
Dynamic educator and former Head Start Teacher at Regina Coeli Elementary School, skilled in curriculum planning and fostering social-emotional development. Enhanced student engagement through creative teaching techniques and positive reinforcement, while building strong relationships with parents and colleagues. Committed to continuous improvement and effective communication in diverse educational settings.
Experienced with creating inclusive and engaging classroom environments for young learners. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to promote cognitive and social development. Knowledge of early childhood education principles and classroom management techniques.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Start Teacher
Regina Coeli Elem School
Springfield, LA
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that encouraged academic success.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance data, and other relevant information for reporting purposes.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by maintaining open lines of communication via newsletters, conferences, and progress reports.
- Increased student participation by implementing interactive and hands-on learning activities.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to create an engaging, inclusive educational environment for all students.
- Contributed to the school''s continuous improvement efforts by actively participating in faculty meetings, committees, and community outreach events.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Merchandising Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
Hammond, LA
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Implemented innovative visual displays that captured attention and boosted sales significantly.
- Trained and supervised merchandising team members in best practices, improving overall performance.
- Collaborated with marketing department to develop effective advertising materials that showcased featured products attractively.
- Executed in-season pricing strategies, promotions, and markdowns to reach financial targets.
- Managed seasonal transitions smoothly, minimizing disruptions while maintaining adequate stock levels.
- Monitored stock levels and product sales to determine purchasing needs.
- Maintained updated product knowledge to successfully educate and advise customers.
- Built positive relationships with vendors for consistent and reliable supply of products.
Merchandising Manager
Home Depot
Covington, LA
04.2008 - 05.2020
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Trained and supervised merchandising team members in best practices, improving overall performance.
- Collaborated with marketing department to develop effective advertising materials that showcased featured products attractively.
- Managed seasonal transitions smoothly, minimizing disruptions while maintaining adequate stock levels.
- Maintained updated product knowledge to successfully educate and advise customers.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, securing better deals and exclusive products.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA05-2000
Skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Curriculum planning
- First aid and CPR certified
- Child assessment
- Mandated reporter training
- Creative teaching techniques
- Social-emotional learning
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Child CPR and first aid
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Creative thinking
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Emotional support and development
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Task prioritization
Timeline
Head Start Teacher
Regina Coeli Elem School
06.2024 - 05.2025
Merchandising Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
11.2021 - 04.2024
Merchandising Manager
Home Depot
04.2008 - 05.2020
Associate of Arts - Education
Delgado Community College