Open To Work
RAY PIETTE
Powdersville High School
Greenville,SC
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Marching Band InstructorSubstitute TeacherMarching Band InstructorStore ManagerLead Server
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work
Location Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location:
Greenville, SC
Open to relocation:
Yes
Important To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementPersonal development programs
6
Years of experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Results-oriented communications and customer engagement professional with over 5 years of experience in operations, marketing, and relationship management. Skilled in cultivating customer relationships, coordinating events, and managing priorities in fast-paced environments. Focused on fostering inclusive communities and developing innovative marketing initiatives that enhance customer satisfaction.
Work History
Marching Band Instructor
1 Year 3 Months- Led instruction for 100 middle and high school students, enhancing skills in performance, teamwork, discipline, and musicality.
- Created an inclusive community by fostering teamwork and positive relationships among students, parents, and school administrators.
- Achieved medals at local, regional, and state competitions. at local, regional, and state competitions.
- Collaborated with staff to develop training program, preparing students for competition and real-world experiences.
Substitute Teacher
9 Months- Managed classroom operations and instructional activities across multiple grade levels and subject areas.
- Adapted to changing assignments and responsibilities with minimal notice, ensuring continuity in learning.
- Built positive relationships with students, faculty, and administrators to support educational continuity.
- Built relationships with students, faculty, and administrators, enhancing support for educational continuity.
- Applied organizational and leadership skills to maintain smooth daily operations in diverse classroom settings.
Marching Band Instructor
2 Years 8 Months- Lead instruction for approx. 40 middle and high school students in performance, teamwork, discipline, and musicality.
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts, fostering a supportive environment for student collaboration.
- Coordinated logistics and supervision for competitions, ensuring smooth execution of events.
- Collaborated with parents, staff, and administration to enhance program operations and support student growth.
Store Manager
1 Year 7 Months- Managed daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures, inventory oversight, and customer service, leading a team of 20 employees.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly and professionally, strengthening guest satisfaction and loyalty.
- Redesigned the store layout to improve customer flow and enhance the guest experience.
- Created and executed seasonal marketing campaigns and promotions while cultivating lasting relationships with customers to increase engagement and repeat business.
- Developed and executed seasonal marketing campaigns and promotions, fostering customer relationships to drive engagement and repeat business.
- Redesigned store layout to enhance customer flow and improve overall guest experience.
Lead Server
2 Years 3 Months- Partnered with management and cross-functional teams to coordinate daily operations in a high-volume environment while maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction.
- Identified operational strengths with corporate leaders to assist other stores, contributing to our store's ranking in the top 10% of most profitable locations worldwide.
- Resolved guest concerns professionally and efficiently to ensure positive outcomes and repeat business.
- Built lasting relationships with guests through personalized service, contributing to customer loyalty and a welcoming environment.
- Developed workflow improvements and incentive programs, such as BINGO games, with leadership that enhanced team performance and boosted promotional sales.
- Established lasting relationships with guests through personalized service, fostering customer loyalty and creating a welcoming environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Communications
- Specializing in Visual and Social Media
- Alpha Sigma Lambda
- Dean’s List
- GPA: 4.0
Associate of Applied Science - Marketing
- President’s List
- Certificate in Marketing Communications
- GPA: 3.87
Skills
Event coordination
Community Engagement
Public Speaking
Event logistics
Curriculum Development
Conflict Resolution
Customer relations
Project Coordination
Time management
Communication skills
Office software
Vendor Coordination
Timeline
Marching Band Instructor
Powdersville High School
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
University of New Hampshire
Bachelor of Arts from Professional Communications
01.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Substitute Teacher
Educational Staffing Solutions
08.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Store Manager
Beard Papas
12.2022 - 07.2024Read More
Marching Band Instructor
Palmetto High School
05.2022 - 01.2025Read More
Greenville Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Marketing
08.2021 - 05.2024Read More
Lead Server
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
08.2020 - 11.2022Read More