Reno Curwick
Austin
Summary
Dynamic leader and educator with a proven track record at Sam L. Martin Middle School, excelling in curriculum development and fostering effective team collaboration. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson plans and mentoring, while promoting a positive learning environment. Committed to service excellence and strategic decision-making, driving significant improvements in student performance and staff development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
7th Grade RLA Teacher and RLA Department Chair
Sam L. Martin Middle School - Austin ISD
08.2021 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and comprehension.
- Improved student performance by creating interactive classroom activities.
- Fostered positive learning environment, encouraging student participation and collaboration.
- Taught diverse subjects, adapting teaching methods to meet varied student needs.
- Designed curricula to meet educational standards and student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement educational strategies.
- Developed assessment tools to measure student progress effectively.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Resturant Service Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Strengthened team communication skills through regular staff meetings, promoting open dialogue and constructive feedback exchange.
- Reduced staff turnover, providing comprehensive training programs and fostering a positive work environment.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Cultivated a cohesive restaurant culture based on teamwork, respect, diversity inclusion principles.
- Managed financial reporting tasks accurately, reconciling daily sales transactions while ensuring adherence to budgetary guidelines.
- Provided exceptional guest experiences, consistently adhering to company service standards throughout all front-of-house operations.
Seafood Department Manager
H-E-B Grocery
06.2011 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with store management to develop promotional strategies that increased sales during peak seasons or special events.
- Improved profit margins through effective cost control measures and accurate pricing strategies.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and personalized recommendations for seafood selections.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently by conducting regular stock checks and placing timely orders with suppliers.
- Assisted with department budgeting and forecasting, ensuring alignment with overall store financial goals and objectives.
- Maintained clear lines of communication across the store''s departments to ensure seamless operations and a unified customer experience.
- Boosted employee morale through regular recognition of outstanding performance and fostering a positive work culture within the department.
- Developed a well-trained team by conducting regular training sessions on seafood knowledge, safety, and customer service skills.
- Resolved customer issues promptly and professionally, demonstrating commitment to exceptional service standards.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Bay City Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2013
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about student progress and needs.
- Increased student comprehension of complex topics by employing various teaching methods and multimedia presentations.
- Organized extracurricular activities, such as debate clubs and community service projects, fostering leadership skills and civic engagement among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, strengthening students'' understanding of social studies within a broader context.
- Served as a faculty advisor for various student organizations, providing guidance and support in organizing events and projects related to social studies.
Education
Masters of Education in Curriculum And Instruction - Leadership
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK05-2007
Skills
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Service Excellence
- Curriculum development
- Responsive to New Challenges
- Dependable and responsible
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Problem resolution
Certification
Social Studies Grades (4-8)
Core Subjects with STR Grades (4-8)
Social Studies (8-12)
English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (4-12)
Anticipated: Principal as Instructional Leader Grades (K -12) June 2025
Timeline
7th Grade RLA Teacher and RLA Department Chair
Sam L. Martin Middle School - Austin ISD
08.2021 - Current
Resturant Service Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2020 - 07.2021
Seafood Department Manager
H-E-B Grocery
06.2011 - 03.2020
High School Social Studies Teacher
Bay City Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2013
Social Studies Grades (4-8)
Core Subjects with STR Grades (4-8)
Social Studies (8-12)
English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (4-12)
Anticipated: Principal as Instructional Leader Grades (K -12) June 2025
Masters of Education in Curriculum And Instruction - Leadership
Dallas Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Oklahoma Baptist University
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