Teresa McKay
McDonough,GA
Summary
Organized, trustworthy and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with limited supervision. Exceptional at building strong client relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, School Store
Eagle's Landing Christian Academy
06.2016 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Researched and selected store's point of sale software . Went through training and successfully trained others on its use
- Team leadership member of 9 mission trips with high school students. 7 international and 2 within US
Art Teacher
Eagle's Landing Christian Academy
08.2000 - 05.2016
- Developed an art program at ELCA from the ground up.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress in the arts program, addressing any concerns or suggestions for improvement as needed.
- Organized school-wide art exhibits showcasing student talent and promoting the importance of visual arts in education.
- Participated in committees dedicated to enhancing school culture and developing innovative curriculum initiatives within the visual arts department.
- Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.
- Mentored new art teachers entering the profession by sharing resources, insights, and expertise gained throughout years of experience.
- Actively sought professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in teaching art, integrating new ideas into instruction when appropriate.
Skills
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Develops strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Problem Resolution
- Computer Proficiency
- Time management abilities
- Works with limited supervision and solves problems of moderate scope
- Ability to see tasks through from beginning to end
- Client Relations
- Professional telephone demeanor
- Microsoft Outlook
- Experience working and collaborating effectively in a team environment
- Paperwork Processing
- Works well in fast paced environment
- Quick learner and enjoy new challenges
- Team Development
- Dependable
- Trusted with confidential information
- Prioritization
Mission Trip Team Leader
Volunteer experience in several countries as a group leader. I understand and appreciate cultural diversity. Established and cultivated lifelong relationships with people from all over the world including Nicaragua, El Salvador, Paraguay, Cuba, Uganda and Nigeria.
Timeline
Director, School Store
Eagle's Landing Christian Academy
06.2016 - Current
Art Teacher
Eagle's Landing Christian Academy
08.2000 - 05.2016
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