Poppy Martin
Grand Rapids
Summary
Experienced professional in customer service and classroom management, adept at fostering inclusive environments and upholding safety standards. Proven ability to enhance customer experiences through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to continuous learning and exploring innovative solutions. Strong relationship-building skills contribute to positive interactions and outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Greenhouse Worker
FlowerLand
Grand Rapids
04.2025 - Current
- Watered plants regularly using appropriate techniques and tools.
- Engaged with customers to provide information on plant care and selection options.
- Swept and picked up trash in and around greenhouse.
- Routinely pruned and trimmed plants to promote healthy growth and remove diseases.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment by adhering to safety regulations, procedures and protocols.
- Delivered friendly service and one-on-one assistance to promote positive customer experiences.
Student Teacher
Four Square Community
Byron Center
09.2023 - Current
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to develop lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Encouraged positive relationships between students by promoting collaboration within groups.
- Created a safe and inclusive environment that encouraged student participation and exploration.
Babysitter
Multiple different familes
Grand Rapids
01.2021 - Current
- Supervised children during playtime and organized engaging activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary needs.
- Ensured a safe environment by monitoring children's behavior and surroundings.
- Communicated effectively with parents about daily activities and concerns.
- Implemented creative games that encouraged teamwork and social skills development.
- Responsibly watched children while parents were out.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
Bakery Worker
Vans Bakery
Grand Rapids
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and baking areas.
- Assisted in packaging baked goods for customer orders.
- Followed health codes and regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Packaged bakery items and purchases in boxes and bags for customer carrying convenience.
- Arranged baked goods in attractive displays inside bakery cases to increase sales.
- Rotated stock regularly to prevent spoilage due to overstocking or outdating.
- Assisted customers with their orders providing advice on different types of pastries available.
- Maintained a clean work environment throughout the day by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces and disposing of waste materials properly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
Grand Rapids, MI05-2026
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Customer service
- Safety procedures
- Team building
- Food safety
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Calm under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable
Affiliations
- I love playing and learning my new instruments. I'm not super good, but I know a little ukulele, guitar, and piano.
- Love to serve and volunteer in the community, whether that's my church's serving projects or various mission trips.
- I like to play sports. I used to play basketball and now play hockey
- I also love hanging out with my friends.
- I do several crafts like macrame and drawing.
- I like to garden, and I planted my first tomato plant this year.
Accomplishments
- I received one of the best awards for my basketball team I played on which is the Heart of The Hornet Award.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Greenhouse Worker
FlowerLand
04.2025 - Current
Bakery Worker
Vans Bakery
09.2024 - 12.2025
Student Teacher
Four Square Community
09.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Multiple different familes
01.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled