Rachel Kehoe
Cortland,NY
Summary
Creative Assistant Art Teacher with experience instructing students on basics of drawing, painting and sculpture. Articulate communicator skilled at conveying ideas to students with various learning styles. Supporting students in understanding artistic concepts and building creative abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Relief
The William George Agency for Children's Services
Freeville, NY
06.2023 - Current
- Act as a positive role model for the children by engaging in activities productively and in support of accepted societal norms and values
- Help children develop trusting relationships by actively engaging in activities with them
- Help children abide by the established cottage rules and the Agency policies and procedures
- Provide support to children in crises through the use of therapeutic crisis intervention techniques
- To adhere to all rules, regulations, policies and philosophy of The William George Agency and the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.
- Supported youth with nurturing and caring assistance focused on empowering and positive independence.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
Teacher Assistant
George Junior Republic Union Free School District
Freeville, NY
04.2023 - Current
- Managing the students behavior to provide a healthy learning environment
- Assisted Art Teacher in preparing and organizing lesson plans for classes.
- Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Cleaning, organizing, and preparing the classroom for the lesson plan of the day
- Assisting students with projects
- Helping them use critical thinking skills to be successful in class
- Teaching students emotional regulation and healthy coping skills
- Following school policy and NYS Education Department.
- Hung art in classroom and in school hallways to display students' work.
- Organized storage areas and controlled use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or waste.
- Provided opportunities for each student to reach fullest potential through artistic, creative expression.
- Provided individual instruction when needed to help struggling students develop their skills.
- Supported Art Teacher in developing criteria for assessing student achievement in the visual arts.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order in classroom.
Assistant Property Manager
SOLOMON ORGANIZATION
Ithaca, NY
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Maintained accurate files for rent payments, delinquency reports, and move-in and move-out inspections
- Tracked original leases and renewal contracts for tenants
- Arranged and executed community inspections and tours to monitor condition of units, identify repair needs, and plan maintenance activities
- Highlighted properties via tours focused on showcasing benefits, overcoming objections, and building connections
- Monitored compliance with state, federal, and local guidelines and safety regulations
- Communicated with residents to address concerns regarding rent, leasing options, or maintenance requests and implemented timely resolutions to foster satisfaction.
General Manager
Drifters on Owasco
Moravia, NY
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Resolved employee, customer, and vendor issues using strong mediation and problem-solving techniques
- Elevated guest experiences and satisfaction through proactive engagement
- Established and enforced health code-compliant sanitation standards
- Kept day-to-day operations in line with budget using shift management strategies and optimal food and labor controls
- Counted cash and receipts and completed bank deposits
- Maintained high customer satisfaction with good conflict resolution skills and adequate employee coverage for expected demands.
Leasing Consultant
SOLOMON ORGANIZATION
Ithaca, NY
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Stayed on top of issues arising before, during, and after move-in dates
- Connected with prospective leads via telephone, email, and in-person
- Kept units move-in ready with consistent maintenance and cleaning strategies
- Maintained clean, current records with strong data entry and verification skills
- Showcased residences with virtual and in-person tours to highlight features and benefits
- Satisfied both tenants and owners, effectively managing relationships and handling routine needs.
Salon Manager
Zoom Tan
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Providing a clean and positive environment for clients
- Scheduling employees
- Responsible for inventory and making sure employees correctly put in inventory
- Filling in any shifts that need to be covered within the district
- Reporting any issues that need to be resolved
- Motivating team to sell and to be positive, also recognizing accomplishments.
Server
Drifters On Owasco
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Delivered accurate and prompt service
- Proved to be an effective communicator
- Ability to multitask in any environment
- Maintained regularly scheduled shifts as well as availability as needed.
Assistant Manager
Giuseppe's Pizzeria
12.2015 - 01.2019
- Training new members of the team
- Answering to customers inquiries and resolving issues promptly
- Responsible for closing register
- Opening/Closing the restaurant.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Social Work
Keuka College
01.2024
Associates Degree - Humanities & Social Sciences: Psychology
Cayuga Community College
Auburn, NY05-2018
High School Diploma -
Moravia Central School
06-2016
Skills
- Assistant Manager Experience
- Management
- Interviewing
- Property Management
- Yardi
- Property Leasing
- Section 8
- Microsoft Outlook
- Fair Housing Regulations
- Office Management
- Administrative Experience
- Behavior Management
- Individualized Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Student Mentoring
- Arts Integration
- Grade Assignment
- Assignment Evaluation
- Lectures and Discussions
- Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Building
- Issue Reporting
- Customer Service
- De Escalation Tactics
- Mental Health Crisis Response
- Coping Techniques
- Behavioral Intervention
- Crisis Intervention
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
References
Dana Twigg
Behavioral instructor/ Supervisor
(607) 423-9407
Carrie Contento
Art Teacher/ Coworker
(607) 423-3314
Nia Vega
Coworker at George Junior Republic/Personal
(347) 553-6998
Dashaun Moye
Assistant Behavioral Instructor
(516) 776-7616
Timeline
Relief
The William George Agency for Children's Services
06.2023 - Current
Teacher Assistant
George Junior Republic Union Free School District
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Property Manager
SOLOMON ORGANIZATION
10.2021 - 11.2022
General Manager
Drifters on Owasco
05.2021 - 06.2021
Leasing Consultant
SOLOMON ORGANIZATION
11.2020 - 04.2021
Salon Manager
Zoom Tan
01.2019 - 01.2020
Server
Drifters On Owasco
09.2018 - 02.2019
Assistant Manager
Giuseppe's Pizzeria
12.2015 - 01.2019
Bachelor's degree - Social Work
Keuka College
Associates Degree - Humanities & Social Sciences: Psychology
Cayuga Community College
High School Diploma -
Moravia Central School
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