Matthew Hafford
Paducah,KY
Summary
Dynamic Science Teacher with a proven track record at Carlisle County School District, excelling in curriculum development and student engagement. Skilled in fostering collaboration among faculty and providing constructive feedback, I effectively promote critical thinking and a culture of inclusion, ensuring students thrive academically and socially.
Innovative [Job Title] bringing [Number]-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Experienced Teacher of middle and high school sciences including [Area of expertise]. Uses teacher-student collaborative method to keep students attentive and involved in learning process. Provides flexible instructional programs creating positive class environment favorable to student learning and personal growth.
Highly qualified Science Teacher with [Number] years of experience teaching middle and high school [Area of expertise]. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Carlisle County School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Carlisle County School District
08.2018 - 05.2024
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Account Representative
West Kentucky and Tennessee Telecommunications
07.2012 - 09.2015
- Processed client payments and updated accounts.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings through proactive and actionable resolutions to questions, concerns, or challenges.
- Contacted customers to assess satisfaction and current needs.
- Analyzed accounts for delinquencies and other ongoing issues.
- Implemented customized account plans to meet individual client needs.
- Collaborated with other departments to address customer needs and service requests.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve customer retention and loyalty.
- Supported customer satisfaction through regular follow-up and communication.
- Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
- Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
Store Manager
Finish Line
09.2006 - 07.2012
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
Recovery Supervisor
Kohl's Department Stores, Inc
02.2005 - 09.2006
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing workload distribution and adjusting staffing levels accordingly for increased efficiency in recovery results.
- Implemented best practices in compliance with industry regulations, maintaining ethical standards throughout the recovery process.
- Enhanced recovery operations by implementing efficient strategies and streamlining processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Counseling
Mid-Continent University
Mayfield, KY05-2013
Associate of Science - General Studies
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Paducah, KY05-2011
Skills
- Chemistry
- Parent and student communication
- Instructional planning
- Progress evaluations
- Classroom instruction
- Organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Career preparation
- Learning strategies
- Student engagement
- Faculty collaboration and support
- Classroom supervision
- Student records management
- Classroom management
- Student support
- Instruction and leadership
- Curriculum development
- Enforcing rules and expectations
- Group and individual instruction
- Learning style accommodations
- Core curriculum development
- Testing and grading
- Discussion facilitation
- Lesson plan development
- Syllabus development
- Constructive student feedback
Timeline
Science Teacher
Carlisle County School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Carlisle County School District
08.2018 - 05.2024
Account Representative
West Kentucky and Tennessee Telecommunications
07.2012 - 09.2015
Store Manager
Finish Line
09.2006 - 07.2012
Recovery Supervisor
Kohl's Department Stores, Inc
02.2005 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Counseling
Mid-Continent University
Associate of Science - General Studies
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
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