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Rebekah Garcia

Fayetteville,AR

Summary

Dynamic educator with proven leadership at Cadence Academy Preschool, enhancing student engagement through differentiated instruction and effective communication. Skilled in classroom management and problem-solving, I fostered family involvement and mentored new teachers, contributing to a collaborative learning environment. Passionate about student success and committed to continuous improvement in educational practices.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

Cadence Academy Preschool
08.2015 - Current
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
  • Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
  • Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
  • Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
  • Served as a member of the school''s leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.

Cashier Team Lead

Big Lots
02.2014 - 06.2015
  • Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
  • Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
  • Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
  • Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining a positive brand image and fostering customer retention.
  • Balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Managed cash registers, ensuring accurate accounting and reducing discrepancies in daily reports.
  • Increased customer loyalty and retention.
  • Assisted with merchandising tasks as needed to maintain store appearance standards and promote product visibility.

Education

Farmington High School
Farmington, AR
2014

Skills

    Communication skills

    Time management skills

    Leadership skills

    Problem solving skills

    Active listening skills

    Classroom management skills

    Compassion

    Team work skills

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Cadence Academy Preschool
08.2015 - Current

Cashier Team Lead

Big Lots
02.2014 - 06.2015

Farmington High School

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