Marcus Tayloe
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Collaborative leader and passionate educator who desires to help others and promote justice in my professional career. Highly organized, motivated, and continuing to further my education to be better equipped to confront social, economic, and political issues.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager at Anaïs Coffee
Anaïs Coffee
07.2026 - Current
- Scheduled staff and balanced labor coverage to support peak business periods.
- Ran the majority of the daily operations of the shop including inventory, coffee management, and event preparation.
- Handled training and served as the first point of contact should there be issues at the shop or with staff members.
Barista
Common Ground Coffee
10.2025 - 06.2026
- Crafted coffee and tea drinks while cultivating a hospitable environment for guests.
- Provided input on new seasonal beverages as well as various ways the shop could be run more efficiently.
Barista and Shift Supervisor
Loyal Coffee
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Ran shifts which included managing workflow, coverage, and café organization.
- Prepped homemade syrups, specialty food items, and our on-tap beverages.
- Crafted beverages with latte art and food items.
History and Philosophy Teacher
Fountain Valley School
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Taught ninth grade world history along with an elective in philosophy or religious studies.
- Supervised a boy's dorm which included running activities, mentoring, and on call assistance.
- Assisted with the theater productions which included set building, acting coaching, and minor technical work.
History Teacher
Charlotte Latin School
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Taught two sections of ninth grade world history.
- Led a ninth grade advisory.
- Assisted with the theater productions.
Team Member
Piccolo Mondo Restaurant
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Operated coffee shop section of restaurant which included making beverages and preparing pastries.
- Handled online orders and prepared pick up items for guests in a timely manner.
Tutor and Intramural Referee
Western Carolina University
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Assisted students with schoolwork and class prep, while also refereeing and running intramural events on campus.
- Assessed student learning needs and tailored tutoring sessions to individual course objectives.
- Developed conflict resolution skills through managing arguments and issues at intramural events.
Camp Counselor
Camp Wayfarer
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Oversaw a boy's cabin where I was responsible for the campers during rest hour and the evening.
- Created, promoted, and organized climbing and fly fishing programs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC01-2018
Ph.D. - Theological And Philosophical Ethics
IBTS Amsterdam
Amsterdam (online)10-2030
Masters - Theology
McCormick Theological Seminary
Chicago, IL01-2020
Bachelor of Science - Philosophy
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC01-2018
Skills
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Presentation and communication
- Interpersonal Engagement
- Inventory Management
- Presentation skills
- Relationship Building
- Mentoring
- Curriculum Curation
Accomplishments
Educator of the year (as chosen by students) at Fountain Valley School in 2024
Promoted to supervisor at Loyal Coffee within six months
Awarded New Testament and Hebrew Bible Scholar Award in 2019 and 2020
Philosophy Student of the year 2017
Timeline
Manager at Anaïs Coffee
Anaïs Coffee
07.2026 - Current
Barista
Common Ground Coffee
10.2025 - 06.2026
Barista and Shift Supervisor
Loyal Coffee
01.2024 - 01.2025
History and Philosophy Teacher
Fountain Valley School
01.2022 - 01.2024
History Teacher
Charlotte Latin School
01.2021 - 01.2022
Team Member
Piccolo Mondo Restaurant
01.2018 - 01.2020
Camp Counselor
Camp Wayfarer
01.2017 - 01.2017
Tutor and Intramural Referee
Western Carolina University
01.2015 - 01.2018
Masters - Theology
McCormick Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - History
Western Carolina University
Ph.D. - Theological And Philosophical Ethics
IBTS Amsterdam
Bachelor of Science - Philosophy
Western Carolina University