TAYLOR SLADE
Summary
Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Dedicated to monitoring students' progress and ensuring each meets goals within pre-determined timespan.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Educator
Gulf Coast Research Lab Marine Education Center
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise lesson plans following the 5E model.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Facilitated student-centered, place-based activities to enhance learning experience.
- Attended professional development workshops and science teacher conferences across the region.
- Incorporated experiential learning strategies into lesson plans, providing students with memorable experiences that reinforced important concepts.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
Server
Don Chuy's Mexican Grill And Bar
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Sales Associate
Gabrielle's Boutique
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Summer Camp Instructor
St. Stanislaus College Summer Camp
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Supervision of campers aged 9-15
- Instructed activities and lessons in the classroom and in the field
- Water quality tests, plankton analysis, oyster gardening, shark dissections
Server
Conni Cone Snowballs
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Performed opening and closing duties.
- Kept supplies well stocked
- Prepared snowballs and other food items.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Camp Counselor / Interpreter
Mississippi Aquarium
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Instruct lessons in the classroom as well as throughout MSAQ campus and at offsite locations.
- Perform clerical duties and keep materials such as animal artifacts, craft supplies, and miscellaneous items organized and safe.
- Provide an energetic and engaging environment for students and guests to learn and understand the importance of conservation and environmental stewardship.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
Program Assistant
Hancock Resource Center
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Worked closely with senior staff to ensure organization and provide support in the Home Saver Program.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Managed both digital and physical filing systems and retrieved documents as required.
- Supported planning and coordination of Hancock Youth for Positive Efforts program and associated activities.
- Performed clerical organization, answered phones and filed documentation for program manager.
Education
Graduate Certificate - STEM Education
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12.2022
High School Diploma -
Our Lady Academy
Bay St. Louis, MS05.2019
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Parent Interaction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Subject matter expertise
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Program Development
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Student-Centered Learning
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
Affiliations
- Southern Association for Marine Educators
Timeline
Marine Educator
Gulf Coast Research Lab Marine Education Center
04.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Gabrielle's Boutique
06.2022 - 07.2022
Server
Don Chuy's Mexican Grill And Bar
01.2022 - 10.2022
Camp Counselor / Interpreter
Mississippi Aquarium
06.2021 - 08.2021
Server
Conni Cone Snowballs
08.2020 - 09.2021
Program Assistant
Hancock Resource Center
05.2020 - 07.2020
Summer Camp Instructor
St. Stanislaus College Summer Camp
06.2019 - 06.2022
Graduate Certificate - STEM Education
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of Southern Mississippi
High School Diploma -
Our Lady Academy
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