Soryn Collins
Covington ,LA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate education-focused professional with hands-on experience supporting children in classroom, camp, and volunteer settings. Skilled in classroom management, fostering positive behavior, and creating engaging, age-appropriate activities as a substitute teacher and youth program staff member. Experienced in working with diverse groups of children, ensuring safe, inclusive, and supportive environments that promote learning and development. Brings strong communication, patience, and adaptability, along with a background in customer-facing roles that strengthen organization and relationship-building with students, families, and staff.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, 9th Grade
Classical Conversations
Covington, LA
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons across diverse subjects to support student learning and development.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet varied learning styles and abilities of students.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to implement classroom management strategies effectively.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted student participation and engagement.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans aligned with curriculum goals and educational standards.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Front Desk
Danes Bookstore
Covington, LA
03.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Food Runner
Haven Coffee and Cocktails
Covington, LA
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinated food delivery to tables, ensuring timely service and guest satisfaction.
- Monitored dining area for customer needs, promptly addressing inquiries and concerns.
- Trained new food runners on restaurant procedures and customer service standards.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing duties effectively for maximum productivity.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly delivering food orders to tables and maintaining communication with kitchen staff.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for patrons.
Volunteer
Awana Clubs, Northshore Bible Church
Covington, LA
08.2019 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Assisted in high-pressure and crisis situations, maintaining composure and supporting effective resolution
- Handled behavioral challenges with the children with patience and effective communication
Work-staff
Lake Forest Ranch
Macon, MS
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency and productivity within team.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked effectively with children in a summer camp setting, fostering a safe and engaging environment
- Supervised and interacted positively with children, ensuring their safety and participation in activities
- Built positive relationships with campers while maintaining safety and enforcing camp guidelines
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO05.2030
No Degree -
Classical Conversations
Covington, LA05.2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Latin
Limited Working
Interests
- Dancing
- Gym Workouts
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Road Trips
- Hiking
- Camping
- Avid Reader
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Experimenting with different creative mediums, like Gauche paint, watercolor paints, and oil paints, to expand skills and techniques
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Participate in local theater productions, enhancing my public speaking and teamwork skills
- Drawing and Painting
- Creative Writing
- Dance
- Acting and Theater
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, 9th Grade
Classical Conversations
08.2025 - Current
Work-staff
Lake Forest Ranch
05.2025 - 07.2025
Front Desk
Danes Bookstore
03.2025 - Current
Food Runner
Haven Coffee and Cocktails
10.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Awana Clubs, Northshore Bible Church
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science -
Colorado Christian University
No Degree -
Classical Conversations