Experienced educator with strong focus on nurturing young minds and fostering supportive learning environment. Adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction, ensuring every student thrives. Known for collaborating effectively with colleagues and adapting to evolving educational needs, ensuring consistent, impactful results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
KIPP Indpls College Preparatory
08.2024 - Current
Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
Site Administrator
YMCA of Greater Dayton
08.2022 - 12.2023
Responded promptly to any outages or service disruptions at any of the sites.
Published daily employee work logs and reported accurate timesheets to payroll and project management team.
Implemented best practices for system administration tasks such as monitoring, patching.
Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
Coordinated staff meetings and events to foster communication, teamwork, and professional development opportunities for team members.
Oversaw the procurement of essential supplies, negotiating favorable terms with vendors while maintaining quality standards.
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar General Market
06.2021 - 08.2023
Provided mentorship for employees to generate sales, promote effective upselling and cross-sell to improve retail productivity.
Reviewed inventory and sales records to prepare reports for management and budget departments.
Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
Supervised cashiers in processing credit, debit and cash payments to streamline sales.
Coached and developed store associates through formal and informal interactions.
Assisted in continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results.
Checked monthly sales and performance reports to support operational planning and strategic decision-making.
Answered customer questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone.
Oversaw aspects of maintenance, inventory and daily activity management.
Delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
05.2021 - 07.2023
Collaborated with community organizations to create additional resources for youths' development.
Developed strategies to motivate disengaged or struggling youth.
Facilitated workshops on communication skills and leadership techniques for teenagers.
Coordinated with parents and guardians to ensure that the needs of each youth were being met.
Assessed individual needs of youth to develop appropriate plans for their development.
Promoted positive self-esteem among all participants through encouraging words and affirmations.
Educated staff members on best practices related to youth development programming.
Implemented strategies designed to reduce behavioral issues among participants.
Supported teens in making healthy lifestyle choices.
Oversaw safety and security of each youth under supervision.
Barista
Starbucks
05.2017 - 12.2020
Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
Stocked customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items.
Labeled containers of milk for use in coffee drinks according to expiration dates.
Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
Addressed and resolved customer concerns to maintain brand loyalty.
Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
Created complex, hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
Memorized official and off-menu coffee and tea preparations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH
Skills
Volunteer Scheduling
Mentorship and Training
Staff Supervision
Event Logistics
Team Building
Lesson plan development
Education and Training
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Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
KIPP Indpls College Preparatory
08.2024 - Current
Site Administrator
YMCA of Greater Dayton
08.2022 - 12.2023
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar General Market
06.2021 - 08.2023
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
05.2021 - 07.2023
Barista
Starbucks
05.2017 - 12.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Student Success and Support Coordinator at KIPP Delta College Preparatory SchoolStudent Success and Support Coordinator at KIPP Delta College Preparatory School