Shelly Nork
Crowley,LA
Summary
Dedicated professional offering a unique combination of specialized skills. Highly motivated with a proven record of building strong relationships, promoting best practices, and exhibiting sound judgment. Proven ability to work independently, or as part of a team, to quickly adapt to an ever changing company and industry needs. Meticulous, decisive, and committed to professional growth and opportunity.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
SCIENCE TEACHER
MILTON ELEMENTARY MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
- Cultivate positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Plan, prepare, and teach lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Deliver interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts
- Utilize diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Communicate with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Compose a personal growth plan each year with new target goals.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development for approximately 140 students.
- Analyze data from standardized tests to create student learning targets.
SCIENCE TEACHER
ARMSTRONG MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2016 - 07.2022
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Leader In Me Coordinator - 2 years
- Student Council Faculty Coordinator - 3 years
OUTSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE
SECURITY PLAN INSURANCE
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Built strong client rapport to establish diversified network of connections as well as customer retention.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Negotiated terms and contracts with clients to maintain profitable sales.
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities.
CASE MANAGER
HUB ENTERPRISES
02.2014 - 12.2016
- Managed multiple case files simultaneously, worked with field operatives throughout the investigative process, developed investigative plans, scheduled tasks, ensured comprehensive case file compilation, established customized case action plans based on best practices and jurisdictional issues
- Supervised field representatives to ensure thorough investigation and compliance with all applicable regulations
- Reviewed completed case files and prepared reports to client relations based on findings, ensuring all aspects of the case were addressed to client satisfaction.
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
LAFAYETTE VETERINARY CARE CENTER
06.2013 - 01.2014
- Assisted veterinarians in diagnosis and treatment of patient disease and injury, cared for hospitalized animals, prepared equipment and animals prior to surgery, performed radiographs, administered medications, sent specimens to lab for testing, and communicated findings to the Veterinarian
- Guided owners regarding care upon discharge and communicated regarding recovery
- Prepared estimates for non-standard procedures
- Assisted with supply inventory and processing of supply orders.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/PERSONAL ASSISTANT
EMPIRE ENERGY CORP
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Oversaw general calendar maintenance such as setting appointments and meetings, planning events, supplying reminders, and coordinating both personal and professional travel arrangements.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, prepared bank deposits, and monitored account balances.
- Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence including calls, mail, email, and faxes.
- Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
OUTSIDE SALES ASSOCIATE
FIVE STAR SERVICES
07.1999 - 10.2003
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Built strong client rapport to establish diversified network of connections.
- Attended weekly sales meeting.
- Showcased product features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales.
- Negotiated terms and contracts with clients to maintain profitable sales.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of the purchasing process.
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
Education
Level I PractitionerCertification, Science - Education
ITeach Louisiana
Louisiana05.2016
Bachelor of Applied Science - Health Sciences
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA12.2012
Skills
- Teaching Methods Expert
- Core Curriculum Facilitator
- Diversify Instruction
- Documentation
- Multi-Cultural Awareness
- Student Support
- Evaluate Assignments
- Assess Student Progress
- Records Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Exceptional Time Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Excellent Presentation Skills
- Excellent Facilitator
- Customer Service and Assistance
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team Leadership
- Cold Calling
- Territory Management
- Lead Prospecting
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Client Relationship Development
- Self Confidence
- Rapport Building
- Critical Thinking
- Networking
Accomplishments
- Awarded top sales associate for six consecutive months surpassing goals.
- Awarded a company trip for top sales.
Additional Information
Willingness to travel in an effort to expand my knowledge of the many facets of a company's customer base and build my professional network.
Timeline
SCIENCE TEACHER
MILTON ELEMENTARY MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
SCIENCE TEACHER
ARMSTRONG MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2016 - 07.2022
OUTSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE
SECURITY PLAN INSURANCE
04.2016 - 08.2016
CASE MANAGER
HUB ENTERPRISES
02.2014 - 12.2016
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
LAFAYETTE VETERINARY CARE CENTER
06.2013 - 01.2014
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/PERSONAL ASSISTANT
EMPIRE ENERGY CORP
01.2013 - 06.2013
OUTSIDE SALES ASSOCIATE
FIVE STAR SERVICES
07.1999 - 10.2003
Level I PractitionerCertification, Science - Education
ITeach Louisiana
Bachelor of Applied Science - Health Sciences
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
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