Teresa Barton
El Paso
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at El Paso Adventist Academy, specializing in relationship building and event coordination. Demonstrated exceptional communication and organizational skills by surpassing fundraising targets and improving educational programs. Bilingual and skilled in online fundraising, consistently delivering high donor satisfaction and engagement.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fundraising Coordinator
El Paso Adventist Academy
El Paso
08.2022 - Current
- Created online fundraising campaigns using social media platforms with insightful content designed to highlight organizational objectives and attract givers.
- Liaised with business and community members to increase awareness of fundraising programs and causes.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive fundraising strategy to increase donations from individual donors.
- Directed work of fundraising team to successfully achieve fundraising targets on or ahead of schedule.
- Coordinated with prospective donors to receive corporate sponsorships and initiate matching gift campaigns to achieve funding goals.
- Worked closely with senior leadership to establish funding objectives and devise workable development plans.
- Cultivated new relationships with prospective major donors through personalized outreach efforts.
- Planned and coordinated resourcing, staffing and venue acquisition for fundraising events.
- Maintained relationships with current donors by providing updates on program successes.
- Organized and hosted successful fundraising events, such as bike a thons, food and uniform sales.
- Worked with volunteers to guide fundraising activities, managed finances and strategized with board members to innovate opportunities to attract new donors.
Teacher's Assistant
El Paso Adventist Academy
El Paso
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips.
- Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
- Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
- Enforced rules regarding student conduct while promoting respect for diversity among classmates.
- Encouraged positive social behaviors among students through role modeling and conflict resolution techniques.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Server Trainer
Anson 11
El Paso
03.2019 - 04.2023
- Identified opportunities for improving existing processes related to training operations.
- Verified guest satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Instructed new staff members on food handling procedures and service techniques.
- Educated waiters on menu, memorization strategies and how to convey information clearly.
- Assessed trainee progress through practical and written tests, adjusting training approach as needed for individual learning styles.
- Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
- Updated training materials and manuals to reflect current menu offerings and service procedures.
- Provided one-on-one support to ensure successful completion of training objectives.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Sales Representative
Sporting Eyes
El Paso
05.2007 - 08.2007
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
Server
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
El Paso
03.2003 - 03.2007
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Trained and mentored new employees to perform duties.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
Associate in Occupational Therapy -
Pima Medical Institute
El Paso, TX08-2017
High School Diploma -
Socorro High School
El Paso, TX05-2002
Skills
- Relationship building
- Coordinating events
- Online fundraising
- Lesson planning
- Organizational skills
- Friendly and outgoing
- Positive attitude
- Basic Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Exceptional communication
- Effective time management
- Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fundraising Coordinator
El Paso Adventist Academy
08.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
El Paso Adventist Academy
08.2020 - Current
Server Trainer
Anson 11
03.2019 - 04.2023
Sales Representative
Sporting Eyes
05.2007 - 08.2007
Server
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
03.2003 - 03.2007
Associate in Occupational Therapy -
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Socorro High School
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