Marcia Katz
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Passionate teacher and business owner looking to substitute teach.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Bussiness Owner
Jonathan's Educational Resources
07.1987 - Current
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Optimized supply chain management, ensuring timely delivery of products and minimizing inventory costs.
- Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
Court Appointed Special Advocate
Court Appointed Spec Advocates
09.2008 - 03.2017
- Provided emotional support for children throughout the legal process, helping them feel safe and heard.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to cultural diversity in working with children from various backgrounds and circumstances.
- Assisted judges in making informed decisions by conducting thorough research and presenting accurate data on each case.
- Promoted child well-being through regular visitations ensuring their physical, mental, educational, and emotional needs were met.
- Conducted interviews with parents, foster parents, school officials, and other individuals to better understand client's needs.
- Fostered positive relationships with key stakeholders, including social workers, attorneys, and foster families to ensure proper care and safety of children.
- Improved child welfare by providing effective advocacy for children in the court system.
- Provided assessments and made recommendations to court.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive plans addressing the needs of at-risk youth.
- Provided ongoing support to children in court proceedings by attending all hearings, offering emotional guidance, and ensuring their rights were protected.
- Empowered children''s voices by representing their interests during critical decision-making processes affecting their lives.
- Advocated for the best interests of children during mediation sessions, working collaboratively with other professionals toward successful case resolutions.
Teacher
Amphitheater Public School - Keeling Elementary
08.1984 - 05.1992
- 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.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 05.2001 -
Skills
Customer Service
Business Development
Purchasing and planning
Task Delegation
Organizational Development
Staffing oversight
Adaptability and Flexibility
Time Management
Interpersonal Skills
Timeline
Court Appointed Special Advocate
Court Appointed Spec Advocates
09.2008 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona
05.2001 -
Bussiness Owner
Jonathan's Educational Resources
07.1987 - Current
Teacher
Amphitheater Public School - Keeling Elementary
08.1984 - 05.1992
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