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Susan Trax-Kruger

Sanford,FL

Summary

Adept at fostering student engagement and enhancing literacy, I leveraged technology integration and critical thinking development at SCPS - BENTLEY ELEMENTARY. My collaborative approach and differentiated instruction strategies significantly improved educational outcomes, embodying a growth mindset and effective classroom management. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

SCPS - BENTLEY ELEMENTARY
08.2002 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Cashier

Publix
06.1990 - 08.2001
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
  • Enhanced customer service experience by efficiently processing purchases and returns.
  • Improved store atmosphere with thorough and prompt cleaning of checkout area.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Ensured accuracy in financial transactions, reconciled cash with receipts daily.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft at checkout.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
  • Contributed to significant decrease in queue times by streamlining checkout process.
  • Fostered positive customer relations by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Facilitated smoother checkout process, trained new employees on POS systems.
  • Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
  • Improved efficiency, organized checkout area for optimal workflow.
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Enhanced shopping experience, provided product information and location assistance.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.

Errand Runner/Office Assistant

Steve Brown Surveyors
08.1994 - 08.1999
  • Established trust with clients by maintaining confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive tasks.
  • Reduced stress for clients by effectively organizing and prioritizing multiple errands within tight deadlines.
  • Streamlined delivery process for improved time management and increased productivity.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale or complex tasks more efficiently, resulting in higher client satisfaction rates.
  • Assisted clients in managing their daily schedules by taking care of various errands, allowing them to focus on their priorities.
  • Balanced multiple tasks concurrently, effectively prioritizing and organizing responsibilities to ensure client satisfaction in a timely manner.
  • Gained repeat business from satisfied customers due to consistently high-quality service and attention to detail in executing tasks.
  • Employed excellent problem-solving skills when encountering issues during tasks, ultimately achieving successful outcomes for clients'' requests.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently completing errands in a timely manner.
  • Continuously improved upon existing processes and methodologies to increase efficiency, ultimately benefiting clients with faster turnaround times on errands.
  • Utilized advanced knowledge of local resources and transportation options to optimize efficiency when running errands across multiple locations.
  • Maintained clear communication with clients throughout the course of each task, ensuring expectations were met or exceeded upon completion.
  • Achieved customer loyalty through exceptional service and consistent reliability in completing tasks.
  • Delivered messages to personnel within different buildings at facility.
  • Maintained daily pick-up and delivery within specified timeframes.
  • Displayed strong time management skills by consistently completing assigned errands within designated deadlines, ensuring positive experiences for clients.
  • Developed strong relationships with local businesses, ensuring smooth transactions and collaboration for recurring errands.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges during errands, quickly finding alternative solutions to complete the task at hand.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with clients, vendors, and other individuals encountered during daily operations as an Errand Runner.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
  • Greeted recipients, delivered packages, and parcels and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
  • Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
  • Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
  • Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally, and responding promptly to questions.
  • Verified package information to check for accuracy and completeness.
  • Contacted customers to confirm delivery details and locations.
  • Utilized GPS navigation systems to navigate faster routes.
  • Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management, and peers.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Communicated with dispatch and customers for accurate delivery information.
  • Loaded and unloaded packages onto delivery vehicles for proper storage and handling.
  • Managed delivery route for optimal use of time and fuel.
  • Obtained signatures for delivery documents and packages.
  • Followed safety procedures and regulations to protect packages and vehicles.
  • Built professional relationships with customers and business partners to establish trust and credibility.
  • Handled receipt, storage, identification and delivery of products for clients.
  • Tracked delivery status and updated customers for expected delivery time.
  • Escalated issues to supervisor for immediate remediation.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
  • Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional and courteous front desk support.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues.
  • Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
  • Achieved high levels of accuracy in data entry tasks while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Strengthened office organization by implementing new filing systems and digital record-keeping practices.
  • Supported executive staff with well-prepared reports, presentations, and meeting materials.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by coordinating resources across multiple teams effectively.
  • Fostered positive work environment, coordinating team-building activities and maintaining clean and organized office space.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, ensuring prompt and accurate delivery of information.
  • Facilitated smooth workflow by efficiently handling multiple administrative tasks simultaneously, prioritizing according to urgency and importance.
  • Increased team productivity, organizing and scheduling appointments and meetings without overlap.
  • Improved office supply inventory management, reducing unnecessary expenditures by regularly auditing and ordering supplies.
  • Supported financial operations, processing invoices and payments, contributing to timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Contributed to project success by assisting with research and data compilation, allowing for more informed strategy development.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
  • Purchased and maintained office supplies.
  • Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.

Education

Master of Science - Mathematics K-6

Waldon University
Minneapolis, MN
05.2012

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
12.2000

Associate of Science - Education

Indian River Community College
Ft. Pierce, FL
05.1998

Skills

Classroom Management

Critical Thinking

Lesson Planning

Motivating students

Student Engagement

Behavior Management

Parent-Teacher Communication

Positive Role Model and Mentor

Growth Mindset

Classroom Instruction

Differentiated Instruction

Collaborative learning

Student-Centered Learning

Learning Strategies

Technology Integration

Student assessment

Student rapport

Testing and grading

ESL- English as Second Language

ESOL Certified

Positive Learning Environment

Team Collaboration

Relationship Building

Student Motivation and Engagement

Parent Communication

Positive Reinforcement

Diversity and Inclusion

Team Teaching and Collaboration

Classroom Safety Practices

Classroom Technology

Timeline

Teacher

SCPS - BENTLEY ELEMENTARY
08.2002 - Current

Errand Runner/Office Assistant

Steve Brown Surveyors
08.1994 - 08.1999

Cashier

Publix
06.1990 - 08.2001

Master of Science - Mathematics K-6

Waldon University

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of Central Florida

Associate of Science - Education

Indian River Community College

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