Linda Rector
School Educator
Kihei,Hawaii
Summary
Versatile Content Writer proficient in researching, writing and editing diverse content. Works with minimal input to produce engaging, authoritative and error-free work. Autonomous yet communicative with 7-year history of superior performance in remote environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
School Counselor
Lokelani Intermediate
Kihei, United States
06.2021 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests and educational goals.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Developed new student orientation programs to build excitement around transfer and enrollment.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Managed over 300+ students
English Teacher
Lokelani Intermediate
Kihei, United States
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Implemented new program for struggling students that improved their reading score by 200%
Educational Specialist
Boys And Girls Club
Kihei, United States
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Managed over 50 students
- Created and implemented online educational programs and activities during quarantine
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Hawaii Department Of Education
Honolulu, HI
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
- Developed positive relationships with 8 schools
Shop Manager
Blue Hawaii Tattoo
Lahaina, HI
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing and resolving customer inquiries and complaints.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Kept orderly and accurate accounting records by monitoring sales documentation.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Increased shop profits by 65%
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Technology
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN 09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI 08.2015 - 12.2017
Skills
Copywriting and editing
Team collaboration
Planning and coordination
Staff leadership and supervision
Cultural Awareness
Flexible and Adaptable
Excellent Communication
Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Timeline
M.Ed. - Educational Technology
American College of Education
09.2022 - Current
School Counselor
Lokelani Intermediate
06.2021 - Current
English Teacher
Lokelani Intermediate
07.2019 - 06.2021
Educational Specialist
Boys And Girls Club
08.2018 - 08.2020
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Hawaii Department Of Education
07.2017 - 06.2019
Shop Manager
Blue Hawaii Tattoo
01.2017 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English
Hawaii Pacific University
08.2015 - 12.2017
30+ years of gaming experience
In December 1991 I received my first console: the Sega Genesis, and I have been immersed in virtual worlds ever since. I have played on every system, and I pride myself in owning the latest consoles available for Nintendo, Xbox, Playstation and mobile. I have thousands of hours invested in games in numerous categories, including: MMO, JRPG, FPS, TBS, MOBA, RTS, BR, and Click-Adventures. It has always been my dream to break into the video game industry.
30+ years of gaming experience
In December 1991 I received my first console: the Sega Genesis, and I have been immersed in virtual worlds ever since. I have played on every system, and I pride myself in owning the latest consoles available for Nintendo, Xbox, Playstation and mobile. I have thousands of hours invested in games in numerous categories, including: MMO, JRPG, FPS, TBS, MOBA, RTS, BR, and Click-Adventures. It has always been my dream to break into the video game industry.