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Tawanda Phillips

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.

Motivated Teacher dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Methodist Home for Children and Youth
Raleigh, North Carolina
09.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, playgrounds.

Grocery Delivery Driver

Sparks
Raliegh, North Carolina
09.2021 - Current
  • Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
  • Delivered groceries to customers' homes in a timely manner.
  • Verified customer orders against store invoices.
  • Loaded grocery bags into delivery vehicle.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.
  • Provided accurate and up-to-date information on product availability.
  • Maintained records of deliveries, including addresses, items delivered, and times of delivery.
  • Followed all applicable traffic laws and regulations while driving.
  • Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes or delays due to traffic or weather conditions.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures when delivering goods.

Public Housing Specialist

Raleigh Housing Authority
Raliegh, North Carolina
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Conducted assessments to determine eligibility for rental assistance programs.
  • Assisted in the implementation of public housing policies and procedures.
  • Researched and analyzed data related to housing needs and trends.
  • Organized outreach activities to inform residents about available services.
  • Inspected properties to ensure they meet safety standards prior to tenant occupancy.
  • Investigated complaints regarding substandard living conditions or landlord and tenant disputes.
  • Negotiated leases between landlords and tenants in order to secure affordable rental units.

Server

City Club Of Raleigh
Raleigh, North Carolina
10.2005 - 12.2023
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
  • Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Checked food before serving it to customers.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Farmville Central High School
Farmville, NC
06-2000

Skills

  • Interactive teaching and learning
  • Parent-teacher conference coordination
  • Excellent classroom management
  • FLUENT IN [English]
  • Parent and teacher conferences
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Effective listening
  • Social-emotional learning

Timeline

Teacher

Methodist Home for Children and Youth
09.2024 - Current

Public Housing Specialist

Raleigh Housing Authority
06.2023 - 07.2024

Grocery Delivery Driver

Sparks
09.2021 - Current

Server

City Club Of Raleigh
10.2005 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Farmville Central High School
Tawanda Phillips