Lucille Martin
Harmony,NC
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior. Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Dedicated and passionate Job Title with proven track record successfully leading student discussions and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents. Well versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods. Organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate student learning. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating learning environment. Offers strong organizational and student engagement skills. Student-focused Substitute Teacher accomplished in managing classrooms and delivering lessons. Careful about following teachers' plans and maintaining discipline. Offers great computer skills and solid understanding of classroom technology. Reliable and knowledgeable educator with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new concepts and subjects. Innovative Job Title eager to develop and deliver engaging lessons and activities to diverse student populations. Experienced in using creative and innovative approaches to foster student understanding and comprehension. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS/ Iredell-Statesville Schools
09.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Evaluated student performance using formative assessments to provide targeted feedback while concurrently adjusting lesson plans based on data-driven insights.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Supported extracurricular activities such as tutoring sessions or after-school clubs by providing supervision or leading specific programs related to subject expertise.
- Mentored new substitute teachers, sharing best practices for effective classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Strengthened parent-teacher communication through proactive outreach via conferences, phone calls, and email updates on student progress.
- Contributed to school-wide improvements in standardized test scores by aligning lesson plans with curriculum standards and objectives.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Quality Control Technician
Lydall
02.2004 - 08.2021
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Trained new team members on proper quality control techniques, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
- Assisted management in maintaining ISO certification through diligent documentation and adherence to established protocols.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
- Reduced customer complaints by proactively addressing potential issues before products left the facility.
- Tracked and analyzed product quality data to identify trends and insights.
- Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates.
- Monitored production output to verify quality standards ahead of dispatch.
- Improved communication between departments by acting as a liaison between production and engineering teams on quality matters.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to meet product standards.
- Conducted regular internal audits to assess compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Kept up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging technologies to continually improve the effectiveness of quality control measures.
- Managed non-conforming product evaluations and disposition, minimizing negative impacts on production schedules and customer satisfaction.
- Supported the development of new products by providing input on potential quality risks early in the design process.
- Implemented process improvements for increased efficiency and reduced waste in quality control procedures.
- Optimized calibration schedules for measurement equipment, ensuring consistent accuracy during inspections.
- Championed a culture of safety by strictly adhering to established protocols and promoting awareness among team members.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of concern and recommend proactive solutions, resulting in fewer product returns.
- Established quality-control testing models, procedures and specifications to uplift standards.
- Conducted thorough root cause analysis for recurring issues, leading to targeted corrective actions and continuous improvement.
- Carried out ad-hoc inspections to verify conformance with agreed standards.
- Evaluated supplier performance through regular audits, ensuring only high-quality materials were used in production processes.
- Developed and executed test plans to ensure products met customer specifications, increasing client satisfaction rates.
- Led root cause analysis to identify issues and propose targeted solutions.
- Streamlined inspection processes by implementing advanced testing methods, reducing time spent on routine tasks.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
- Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
- Developed and implemented procedures to meet product quality standards.
- Documented and executed detailed test plans and test cases and summarized and logged audit findings for reporting purposes.
- Assessed products or services to evaluate conformance with quality standards.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Reviewed and validated quality requirements for manufacturing planning, supplier purchase orders, and engineering specifications to meet contract compliance regulations.
- Created testing protocols to be used across product lines.
- Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
- Drafted technical documents such as deviation reports, testing protocol and trend analyses.
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Forsyth Country Day School
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted and supervised Number children through entire school day.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
- Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Managed classroom materials efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily activities and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Mentored new educators on effective teaching strategies, contributing to their professional development and success in the classroom.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Provided support for children with special needs or behavioral challenges, implementing personalized accommodations to promote inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
- Prepared pre-class materials.
- Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
- Implemented a variety of assessment tools to track student progress and adjust instruction accordingly, leading to improved learning outcomes.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency by streamlining daily routines and procedures, saving valuable instructional time for academic learning opportunities.
- Promoted strong literacy skills by incorporating reading activities throughout the day, laying a solid foundation for future academic achievement.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Developed individualized lesson plans for each student, resulting in increased academic growth and understanding.
- Developed a comprehensive assessment system to track preschoolers'' progress in key developmental areas, using data-driven instruction to tailor lesson plans accordingly.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Developed children's curiosity and knowledge through Type and Type activities.
- Organized engaging field trips for students that aligned with the curriculum, providing real-world connections to classroom learning.
- Empowered students as leaders by assigning age-appropriate responsibilities within the classroom community, fostering independence and self-confidence among preschoolers.
- Built strong connections with local community organizations, securing resources and support for school events and student enrichment activities.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
Retail Sales Associate
Shoe Show
05.2004 - 07.2019
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.
- Collaborated with team members to meet and exceed monthly sales targets consistently.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
- Developed professional relationships with customers to increase loyalty, retention and rapport.
- Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
- Increased sales revenue through effective product recommendations tailored to individual customers.
- Consistently met personal sales goals through proactive engagement with customers and upselling techniques when appropriate.
- Trained and supervised new employees to use selling strategies and apply best practices.
- Promoted special offers and events by engaging with customers on the sales floor, driving awareness of promotions and boosting sales conversion rates.
Education
Diploma -
North Iredell High School
Olin North Carolina 05.2005
Massage Therapy Diploma - Massage Therapy
Davidson County Community College
Thomasville, NC08.2004
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- In-Process Inspection
- Testing Procedures
- Quality Training
- Visual Inspection
- Final Inspection
- Corrective Actions
- Reporting skills
- Quality Metrics
- Dimensional Inspection
- Product Testing
- Supplier quality
- Sampling methods
- Calibration Procedures
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Process Monitoring
- Preventive Actions
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Production Logging
- Customer Satisfaction
- Reporting abilities
- Customer Service
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Data Entry
- Customer Relations
- Problem Resolution
- Call center experience
- Computer Proficiency
- Conflict Resolution
- Money handling abilities
- Complaint Handling
- Microsoft Excel
- Complaint resolution
- Payment Processing
- Client Relations
- Customer satisfaction measurement
- Professional telephone demeanor
- Call Center Operations
- Microsoft Outlook
- Scheduling
- Follow-up skills
- Call Management
- Product Knowledge
- Paperwork Processing
- Appointment Scheduling
- Order Processing
- Team Development
- Documentation
- Administrative Support
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Data Collection
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Prioritization
- Staff Training
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Building rapport
- Technical Support
- Quality Control
- Clerical Support
Hard working
I am a very dependable, hard-working, reliable employee. I try to follow all expectations of my superiors, including supervisors.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS/ Iredell-Statesville Schools
09.2023 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
Forsyth Country Day School
08.2020 - 07.2021
Retail Sales Associate
Shoe Show
05.2004 - 07.2019
Quality Control Technician
Lydall
02.2004 - 08.2021
Diploma -
North Iredell High School
Massage Therapy Diploma - Massage Therapy
Davidson County Community College