Marsha Cash
Professional business management
Abingdon,MD
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Harford County Public Schools, adept at fostering student engagement and implementing effective classroom management strategies. Skilled in lesson planning and relationship building, I consistently enhance learning outcomes through tailored instruction and positive reinforcement, creating a supportive environment for diverse learners.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Harford County Public Schools
04.2013 - 03.2020
- 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.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Fostered student curiosity and love for learning by presenting material in engaging and relatable ways.
- Developed and executed lesson plans to cover required curriculum effectively.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning activities.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, assignments, and progress for seamless transition back to regular teachers.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans, increasing student interest and participation in subjects.
- Provided feedback to students on assignments and tests, offering constructive advice for improvement.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Contributed to positive school culture by participating in extracurricular activities and events.
- Improved learning outcomes with tailored instruction for diverse student needs.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate virtual learning environments, ensuring continuous education during remote periods.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school field trips, enhancing learning through real-world experiences.
- Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behavior and promoting respect.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive teaching methods.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
Home Daycare Owner / Little Tippie Toes Daycare
Daycare Services for Children
04.2007 - 03.2012
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Executive Administrative Assistant
Maryland Transit Administration MTA
06.1992 - 02.2007
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy.
- Handled administrative tasks such as expense report processing or invoice reconciliation efficiently; allowing executives to focus on high-priority responsibilities without distraction.
- Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips.
- Managed inventory levels for office supplies, reducing waste while guaranteeing availability when needed.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
- Reviewed incoming communications for urgency or importance; prioritized correspondence accordingly for executive review or action.
- Scheduled appointments promptly, ensuring optimal use of executive time while minimizing conflicts or cancellations.
- Managed budgets and expenses, maintaining financial records for accurate reporting and analysis.
- Scheduled appointments and handled calenders for senior leadership.
- Gathered documents, data, and formulated analytics to prepare issues for discussion and reports for review.
- Enhanced communication between departments through proactive coordination of meetings and events.
- Organized and updated schedules for executives.
- Organized travel arrangements, ensuring smooth transitions for executives during business trips.
- Supported human resources initiatives by coordinating interviews and assisting with new hire orientations.
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Drafted professional correspondence on behalf of executives, fostering strong relationships with clients and partners alike.
- Assisted in event planning efforts, executing successful corporate functions that bolstered brand image and networking opportunities.
- Assisted in the development of presentations, effectively conveying crucial information to stakeholders.
- Fostered a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns and facilitating team-building activities.
- Used software to coordinate meetings, appointments, and tasks senior executives.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
- Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
- Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
- Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
- Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
- Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Upheld strict timetables by maintaining accurate, balanced calendars.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Created and managed office systems to efficiently deal with documentation.
- Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
Education
High School Diploma - Business Management
Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School
Baltimore, MD05.1989
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Creativity in teaching
- Lesson plan implementation
- Lesson planning
- Group instruction
- Complex Problem-solving
- Activity planning
- Behavior modeling
- Lesson implementation
- Disciplinary procedures
- Safety awareness
- Elementary education
- Special education
- Differentiated instruction
- Multi-subject instruction
- Student tutoring
- Instructional strategies
- Discussion facilitation
- Instructional technology
- Compliance
- IEP documentation
- Proficient in software
- Physical education instruction
- Art and music instruction
- Social studies instruction
- Science instruction
- Organizational growth
- Creative problem solving
- Health and safety
- Reporting and documenting
- Assessment techniques
- Literacy strategies
- Multitasking and organization
- First Aid/CPR
- Creative thinking
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Staff collaboration
- Decision-making
- Classroom and activity supervision
- Time management
- Enforcing classroom rules
- Multitasking
- Documentation and reporting
- Teaching life skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Issue resolution
- Lesson plan development
- Problem-solving
- Written communication
- Active listening
- MS office
- Conflict resolution
- Material distribution
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Small group tutoring
- Organizational skills
- Student needs assessments
- Student progress reporting
- Team building
- Interpersonal communication
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Harford County Public Schools
04.2013 - 03.2020
Home Daycare Owner / Little Tippie Toes Daycare
Daycare Services for Children
04.2007 - 03.2012
Executive Administrative Assistant
Maryland Transit Administration MTA
06.1992 - 02.2007
High School Diploma - Business Management
Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School
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