Dynamic educator with expertise in classroom management, student engagement, and lesson plan development. Committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes student growth and collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Bering Strait School District
unalakleet
08.2022 - Current
Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
Integrated technology tools to support student engagement and learning outcomes.
Organized extracurricular activities to promote community involvement and teamwork.
Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
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.
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
Store Manager
unalakleet Native Corporation
unalakleet
03.2011 - 08.2022
Managed daily store operations and ensured efficient workflow.
Supervised staff and provided training on customer service techniques.
Maintained inventory levels and organized stock for optimal accessibility.
Implemented merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility.
Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues effectively.
Collaborated with community partners to promote local products.
Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the store environment.
Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products.
Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items.
Updated POS system with new products and promotional offers.
Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives.
Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - medical terms
Alaska Tech Center
Kotzebue, AK
05-2004
High School Diploma -
Unalakleet High School
Unalakleet, AK
05-1991
Skills
Classroom management
Lesson plan development
Technology integration
Student assessment
Curriculum design
Team collaboration
medical termanolgy
i attened Alaska Tech center in Kotzabue and received my certificate in Medical Termanolgy