Paige Gross Leftwich
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Tuscaloosa City Schools, enhancing team performance and fostering strong relationships through exceptional interpersonal communication and leadership skills. Expert in organizing significant events and promoting social media engagement, achieving notable success in community involvement and program development. Demonstrates unparalleled commitment and ability to multitask effectively.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Cheerleading Coach
Tuscaloosa City Schools
Tuscaloosa, AL
03.2020 - Current
- Trained athletes in proper technique for stunts, tumbling, jumps, cheers and dances.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and performance evaluations.
- Encouraged team spirit among squad members.
- Provided positive feedback to motivate squad members during practices and competitions.
- Evaluated individual skills of athletes to place them in appropriate positions within squads.
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times by athletes and staff.
- Reviewed team appearance, mental readiness and physical form before each game or event.
- Established rules and regulations for team members to follow.
- Consulted with heads of athletic teams to develop comprehensive calendar of athletic performances and note requests for cheer team presence and desired routines.
- Coordinated training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.
- Assisted with fundraising activities to support cheerleading programs.
- Participated in planning meetings with school administrators.
- Worked with boosters, parents, and school administrators to handle support functions.
- Coordinated tryouts for team members and leadership positions, communicating times and audition requirements to prospective cheerleaders and their parents.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive cheerleading mini-camp fundraiser to meet the needs of all ages.
- Put together arrangements for team travel, documented expenses and submitted reports.
- Readied the team to compete in AAHSA, UCA competitions, and other special events.
- Organized special events, such as pep rallies.
- Organized and escorted students on field trips to competitive and non-competitive cheer events, cultivating sense of participation in broader community and enriching program experience.
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
- Attended trainings on rules, regulations and safety protocols, implementing principles and requirements throughout training and performance.
PE Teacher
Tuscaloosa City Schools
Tuscaloosa, AL
08.2014 - Current
- Created and directed numerous sports programs, such as Sports Education for upper elementary students, and other special events, such as yearly fundraisers.
- Planned special events, such as Field Day, related to Physical Education classes.
- Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with individualized educational plans.
- Provided individual instruction to struggling students to help them develop their skillset.
- Organized and supervised team building activities to foster collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated health topics such as nutrition and injury prevention into physical activity lessons.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Instructed classes in the fundamentals of physical education including proper warm-up techniques, safety protocols, rules, and regulations.
- Developed and implemented creative physical education activities to engage students in a variety of sports, games, and fitness exercises.
- Encouraged positive behavior through praise and constructive criticism when necessary.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, administrators, coaches, and other stakeholders involved in physical education programs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to Physical Education best practices.
Restaurant Server and Team Supervisor
Baumhower's Victory Grille
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2002 - 02.2006
- Supervised daily opening and closing procedures including checking equipment operation
- Supervised team of employees, maintaining positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.
- Oversaw restaurant maintenance and cleanliness, assigning tasks to individual team members in alignment with operational and customer needs.
- Worked in cooperation with front and back of house staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Provided fast, friendly and knowledgeable service to guests, proactively promoting specials and enhancing sales of key menu items.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Established good customer relations and excellent service to build and retain loyal customers.
- Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
Restaurant Hostess and Server
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Distributed menus to guests, led to tables and gave initial information about service staff or specials.
- Tracked seated guests and available seating
- Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
- Scheduled reservations and notified servers and managers of large groups to prepare seating in advance.
- Delivered beverages, appetizers, entrees, and desserts to guests in an efficient manner.
- Attended to guests' needs in a timely manner, ensuring satisfaction throughout their dining experience.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
Customer Service Representative
Dillards Department Store
Tuscaloosa, AL
06.1999 - 12.2001
- Collected deposits or payments and arranged for billing.
- Answered customer inquiries via phone, email, and chat.
- Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Managing the cash drawer and making daily cash deposits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL08-2016
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Detail-oriented
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Leadership
- Service-oriented
- Dependability
- Motivational
- Commitment
- Multi-tasking
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Social media promotion
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
Graduated summa cum laude from the University of Alabama
Volunteer Children's Choir Director at First Baptist Church
- Researched, developed, and implemented curriculum for children's choir for the last 16 years.
Timeline
Cheerleading Coach
Tuscaloosa City Schools
03.2020 - Current
PE Teacher
Tuscaloosa City Schools
08.2014 - Current
Restaurant Server and Team Supervisor
Baumhower's Victory Grille
01.2002 - 02.2006
Restaurant Hostess and Server
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
01.2001 - 01.2002
Customer Service Representative
Dillards Department Store
06.1999 - 12.2001
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
The University of Alabama
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