Shannon Atherton
McKinney,Texas
Summary
Highly motivated professional with a strong background in education, seeking to transition lifelong passion for learning into higher education. Professional experienced in optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various environments. Highly dependable, ethical and reliable. Over 20 years of experience dedicated to student development and maximizing opportunities for student success, offering valuable expertise to Abilene Christian University.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Resolute Biblical Counseling
06.2018 - Current
- Manage budgets, track expenses, and prepare financial reports.
- Manage website content and ensure timely updates for optimal user experience.
- Collaborate with design team to create visually appealing and functional web pages.
- Handle customer inquiries, payments and service requests.
- Address and resolve customer concerns and questions.
- Handle sensitive information with discretion while maintaining confidentiality protocols.
6th Grade English Teacher
McKinney Christian Academy
08.2015 - Current
- Assess and evaluate student assignments, papers, and coursework.
- Plan and implement integrated lessons to meet Texas standards.
- Advise and counsel students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Design detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Participate in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Communicate frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Work with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Tax Preparer
Murray & Mensch
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Supported individual and business tax clients and prepared simple to complex tax returns.
- Used company software to record client data and maintain organized files.
- Organized client financial data with thorough reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts.
- Ensured timely filing of all client tax returns by monitoring deadlines and prioritizing work accordingly.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA05.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Social Service
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA06.1998
Skills
- Google Workspace proficient
- Knowledge of Canvas
- Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment
- Problem-solving and analysis adept
- Refined organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Team leader and member on various staff assignments
- Conscientiousness - Identified as a 'C' on DiSC personality profile, strengths include: careful analysis, being detail-oriented, and implementing high standards for excellence
Timeline
Tax Preparer
Murray & Mensch
01.2020 - 08.2020
Director of Operations
Resolute Biblical Counseling
06.2018 - Current
6th Grade English Teacher
McKinney Christian Academy
08.2015 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Service
Seattle Pacific University
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