Robyn Murphy
Bluemont,VA
Summary
Experienced early childhood educator prepared for leadership in classroom setting. Skilled in curriculum development, child assessment, and fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. Experience in the public and private school and daycare settings, as well as private in-home childcare. Known for patience, empathy, and effective communication with children, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Agent
The EmpowerHome Team
Chantilly, VA
06.2024 - Current
- Increased client satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate real estate information
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency, leading to a more organized work environment
- Developed strong client relationships through effective communication and personalized sales approaches
- Provided weekly input to discuss challenges faced in the field, contributing valuable ideas for collective success
- Supported fellow team members during peak times or absences, maintaining seamless operations within the department
- Managed friendly and professional client interactions
- Worked with inside sales team to collaboratively reach targets
Court Accountant Clerk
Loudoun General District Court
Leesburg, VA
08.2020 - 02.2022
- Prepared bank deposits, reconciled monthly statements, prepared daily, weekly, and monthly accounting reports required by the Committee on District Courts
- Properly and accurately recorded all financial court transactions (i.e. fines, court costs, bond and restitution payments) and ensured efficient processing and disbursement
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, and statements
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping all accounts up to date and accurate
- Communicated directly with the Clerk of Court, the bank, public individuals, county and state entities
- Managed front counter clerks to ensure accurate balances, professionalism, and proper public service
- Ensured that proper and timely disbursements were made to the appropriate county or state agency
- Documented and corrected any discrepancies that arose to ensure proper recording for auditing procedures
- Assumed additional responsibilities on a temporary basis other than those primarily assigned to a position (i.e. process traffic tickets, process civil cases, and train employees)
Deputy Clerk
Loudoun General District Court
Leesburg, Virginia
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, in court proceedings, and public service over the front counter and on phones
- Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties
- Exhibited professional communication during court proceedings, on the telephone, and in person
- Processed payments for fines and court costs, maintain accurate drawers, issue receipts and update account balances
- Entered, receipted, and issued civil cases
- Docketed traffic, criminal, and civil motions
- Marked and preserved exhibits introduced into evidence in court proceedings
- Maintained court dockets and update disposition of cases after court hearings and trials
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and work to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Exhibited teamwork and take on extra responsibility to meet daily goals
Preschool Teacher
Sharon's Centre
Winchester, Virginia
08.2015 - 04.2018
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Provided one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents
Elementary School Teacher
Clarke County Public Schools
Boyce, Virginia
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth
In-Home Childcare Provider
Robert & Samantha Gutierrez, Anam Kuyper
Quicksburg & Hilton Head Island, Virginia & South Carolina
08.2012 - 09.2013
- Monitored behavior of six children between ages of newborn to four years
- Supported young children through development of life skills such as taking turns, resolving conflict and expressing emotions appropriately
- Worked with parents one-on-one to address individual needs of children in care
- Played interactive games with toddlers and provided age-appropriate entertainment for older children
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children to maintain balanced diets
- Created safe, inviting in-home environment conducive to structured activity and unstructured play
- Administered prescribed medications in accordance with written instructions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, Virginia05.2012
High School Diploma -
Clarke County High School
Berryville, Virginia06.2007
Skills
- Child development expertise
- Quick problem identification and resolution
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Curriculum planning
- Child assessment
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership skills
Timeline
Inside Sales Agent
The EmpowerHome Team
06.2024 - Current
Court Accountant Clerk
Loudoun General District Court
08.2020 - 02.2022
Deputy Clerk
Loudoun General District Court
10.2018 - 08.2020
Preschool Teacher
Sharon's Centre
08.2015 - 04.2018
Elementary School Teacher
Clarke County Public Schools
09.2013 - 06.2015
In-Home Childcare Provider
Robert & Samantha Gutierrez, Anam Kuyper
08.2012 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
James Madison University
High School Diploma -
Clarke County High School