Steph Davies
Orange,CA
Summary
Experienced researcher with over fourteen years of experience in academic leadership. Maintained a 4.0 GPA while earning a Master's Degree. "Paying the Rite Price" won the Best Thesis Award in the Philosophy and Religious Studies department in 2014. Contributor to multiple academic publications. Strengths include public speaking, data analysis, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving team morale. Ready to develop professionally with the GITS team and help to achieve department goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Backup Training Specialist
Walt Disney Travel Compant
Anaheim, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Trained and mentored 5 consecutive GITS new-hire classes.
- Designed and facilitated training materials, aligning new learning development and solutions to DRTSC training department's strategic goals, mission, and vision.
- Documented participation and evaluated learning for each participant.
- Developed training review games, skill checks, and reference materials.
- Assessed skill gaps for Cast Members in GITS department and developed reinforcement activities to meet identified needs.
- Excelled in metrics as GITS agent, and earned Platinum Star Gala recognition for two consecutive fiscal quarters.
Receiving Supervisor
Bath & Body Works
Chino, CA
10.2015 - 07.2021
- Directed and coordinated roles and responsibilities of receiving floor staff with efficiency and intelligence.
- Prepared incident reports and gathered data when accidents occurred on receiving floor.
- Conducted employee training and onboarding processes with strategic goals in mind.
- Kept detailed records of product influx and inventory for monthly, quarterly and yearly reports.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
Instructor
Institute Of Reading Development
Novato, CA
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Observed other instructors and lecturers, gathering valuable techniques to be implemented into future lectures and courses.
- Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
- Created guides and course materials to reiterate lecture information and help students.
Rugby Coach
Temecula Mountain Lions Women's Rugby
Temecula, CA
02.2014 - 08.2016
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
Graduate Assistant
CSULB - Department Of Religious Studies
Long Beach, CA
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests, and provided grades according to university standards.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Guest lectured in American Religious Diversity college-level courses for over 500 students.
- Led courses independently with minimal oversight from professors.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
Intern
Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum
Long Beach, CA
01.2011 - 08.2012
- Entered information about museum collections into computer databases.
- Balanced item protections with aesthetic standards while preparing artifacts for exhibition.
- Coordinated 2-hour museum tours and 1-hour courses to share museum exhibition expertise with general public.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Philosophy And Religious Studies
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Religious Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2006
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Schedule Management
- Cultural Awareness
- Public Speaking
- Student Engagement
- Learning Outcome Alignment
- Academic Counseling
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Performance Monitoring and Optimization
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Timeline
Backup Training Specialist
Walt Disney Travel Compant
07.2021 - Current
Instructor
Institute Of Reading Development
03.2016 - 09.2019
Receiving Supervisor
Bath & Body Works
10.2015 - 07.2021
Rugby Coach
Temecula Mountain Lions Women's Rugby
02.2014 - 08.2016
Intern
Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum
01.2011 - 08.2012
Graduate Assistant
CSULB - Department Of Religious Studies
08.2008 - 06.2014
Master of Arts - Philosophy And Religious Studies
California State University - Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Religious Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
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