Reese Deshaies
Amherst,MA
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated Middle School Teacher motivated to drive student growth for lifelong success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade ELA Teacher
Holyoke Public Schools
10.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication about student progress and academic achievements.
- Assisted in school-wide literacy initiatives, promoting a culture of reading throughout the entire campus community.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and ELA instruction.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, collaboration, and open communication among students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to assess student progress, adjusting lesson plans accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
Dance Instructor
Pizzaz Dance Studio
08.2023 - Current
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Teaching dance to dancers ranging from ages 2-18.
- Maintaining a child's love for dance while also teaching them the proper dance curriculum for their age level.
- Leading a room of kids and ensuring their safety at all times under my care.
- Ensuring dancers are properly prepared for class in regards to their attire, footwear, as well as their physical preparedness of being properly stretched in order to prevent injury as well as further build their strength in dance.
Bar Manager
Gabe's Underground
04.2021 - Current
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
- Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
- Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Handled conflict resolution among staff members promptly and professionally, maintaining a positive work environment.
- Streamlined inventory management for optimal stock levels and reduced waste.
- Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
- Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
- Enhanced team productivity through effective scheduling and task delegation.
- Safeguarded compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations in all operations.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Established rapport with local community organizations to create mutually beneficial partnerships that increased brand visibility.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competitor offerings to stay ahead of the curve in the market space.
Administrative Assistant
Berkshire Facial Surgery
06.2016 - 09.2023
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Scheduled patient appointments, sent notifications and handled rescheduling needs.
- Obtained insurance verifications, pre-authorizations and pre-determinations.
- Answered telephones, distributed mail and faxes and prepared patient files.
- Processed requests for records from outside sources.
- Scanned and filed patient information into medical records.
- Managed transactions and printed receipts for payments.
- Welcomed patients, pharmaceutical reps and other visitors to the doctor's office.
- Entered, verified and updated patient information into systems.
- Handled typing, filing, photocopying and preparing letters for busy office personnel.
- Verified data and scanned into document imaging software.
- Kept updated knowledge of medical terminology to best classify procedures, understand physician notes and answer patient questions.
- Prepared for next day's patients by pulling charts and making confirmation calls.
- Reviewed patient charts for completeness and accuracy and verified missing information.
- Scheduled and confirmed patients for diagnostic appointments, consultations, and procedures.
- Issued intake and new patient forms, office policies and legally-required documents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA05.2023
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative learning
- Oral communication
- Teaching strategies
- Literary Analysis
- Writing instruction
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational ability
- Grading proficiency
Timeline
6th Grade ELA Teacher
Holyoke Public Schools
10.2023 - Current
Dance Instructor
Pizzaz Dance Studio
08.2023 - Current
Bar Manager
Gabe's Underground
04.2021 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Berkshire Facial Surgery
06.2016 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Westfield State University
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