Hi, I’m
Tanya Bray
Music Teacher
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
I am a versatile, adaptable and teachable leader offering twenty years of experience in the day to day operations of running my own music studio. I have proven myself trustworthy, dependable and responsible as a teacher in both the private and public sectors.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
35
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
The Oak and Pearl
Owner & Teacher
08.1999 - Current
Job overview
- I have had the pleasure of teaching music to students of all ages with the goal of cultivating strength through the arts over the past 24 years
- From 2015-2020, I added a staff of teachers allowing for the opportunity to teach and empower over 100 students
- I managed the day to day schedules, payroll, purchasing, communications, events and taught 20-25 of my own students. Over the years I have developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- I had to close my business in Summer of 2020 and didn't start teaching again until Fall of 2022. I am currently still teaching in the afternoon/evenings and have 25-30 students.
Starbucks
Barista
01.2022 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Educated customers on coffee offerings, promoting upselling opportunities and enhancing their overall experience.
- Showcased versatility by assisting in other areas of the café as needed, including food preparation or table service when required.
Bridgeway Christian School
Music Teacher & Missions Coordinator
08.2014 - 05.2017
Job overview
- As the music teacher at BCA, I taught pre-K through 8th grade music classes
- These classes included daily individual grade appropriate lessons, musicals and/or performances at both Christmas and in the spring for each music group, special performances off site several times a year, student lead worship during chapel, as well private lessons before or after school for those interested
- As the missions coordinator at BCA, I taught a missions class for grades 6-8
- I was responsible for scheduling both local and away mission opportunities
- We were able to visit and minister at local nursing homes, serve with local churches and ministries in the Greenville area as well as serving out of state with Sole Hope and YWAM (Youth With a Mission)
Knightsville Elementary School
Teaching Assistant in Special Needs Classroom
08.2008 - 05.2013
Job overview
- Our special needs classroom consisted of students in grades K-5
- As the teaching assistant, I was responsible for assisting students in regular classroom settings, supervising students in transition, assisting in implementation of behavior intervention plans, assisting with lesson preparation, directing students to on-task behaviors, and removing students from the class in the event of anticipated or actual classroom disruption
- I was also responsible for assisting the students with toileting, feeding and medical procedures
Long Branch Elementary School
Paraprofessional
08.1999 - 06.2000
Job overview
- Duties included teaching a 1st grade class (SIA), grading papers, preparing art projects and creating a safe, fun learning environment
Dahlonega Day Care
Preschool Teacher and Afterschool Program Director
01.1998 - 08.1999
Job overview
- Duties included teaching the pre-k and 5 year old morning program as well as overseeing the homework and activities for the After School Program
Love In Action Daycare
Director
08.1996 - 12.1997
Job overview
- Duties included managing the day to day operation of an 80+ child daycare facility
Purdue University
Senior Secretary
07.1993 - 05.1995
Job overview
- Duties included supervising other office workers, handling confidential files, facilitating student registration, answering phones, maintaining student files, organizing travel arrangements, and aiding five professors in preparing class material
Regency Place
Medical Secretary
06.1991 - 06.1993
Job overview
- Duties included auditing medical charts, maintaining the medical records system, maintaining the central supply, secretarial responsibilities for the Director of Nursing, ICD9-CM coding, scheduling and monitoring physician's visits and purchasing
A/G Theological Seminary
Receptionist/Student Accounts
10.1990 - 05.1991
Job overview
- Duties included maintaining student accounts, handling petty cash, data entry and switchboard operation
Maranatha Village
Receptionist/Resident Accounts
01.1990 - 10.1990
Job overview
- I was responsible for maintaining resident accounts, handling physician's orders for ongoing charts, handling petty cash, orientation for incoming employees, and acting as secretary to the personnel director
Maranatha Village
Certified Nurses Aide
08.1989 - 12.1989
Job overview
- Resident Care
Education
Evangel CollegeSpringfield, MO
Accounting/Music
New Mexico State UniversityAlamogordo, NM
Elementary Education/Music
Southwester A/G CollegeWaxahachie, TX
Elementary Education/Music
08.1989
Maranatha VillageSpringfield, MO
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification: CNA
08.1989
Skills
- Management Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff hiring
- Business Administration
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant, Maranatha Village, Springfield, MO, 08/01/89
Availability
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Available
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
01.2022 - 02.2023
Music Teacher & Missions Coordinator
Bridgeway Christian School
08.2014 - 05.2017
Teaching Assistant in Special Needs Classroom
Knightsville Elementary School
08.2008 - 05.2013
Owner & Teacher
The Oak and Pearl
08.1999 - Current
Paraprofessional
Long Branch Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2000
Preschool Teacher and Afterschool Program Director
Dahlonega Day Care
01.1998 - 08.1999
Director
Love In Action Daycare
08.1996 - 12.1997
Senior Secretary
Purdue University
07.1993 - 05.1995
Medical Secretary
Regency Place
06.1991 - 06.1993
Receptionist/Student Accounts
A/G Theological Seminary
10.1990 - 05.1991
Receptionist/Resident Accounts
Maranatha Village
01.1990 - 10.1990
Certified Nurses Aide
Maranatha Village
08.1989 - 12.1989
New Mexico State University
Elementary Education/Music
Southwester A/G College
Elementary Education/Music
Maranatha Village
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification: CNA
Evangel College
Accounting/Music