Tevyn Lyles
Summary
Developed skills in collaborative and educational environment, focusing on supporting student learning and engagement. Demonstrates strong organizational and communication abilities, with keen understanding of how to create inclusive and supportive spaces. Looking to transition to new field, applying these transferable skills to foster growth and success in dynamic setting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Hobbs Municipal Schools
09.2024 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Improved classroom management with development of behavior modification plans.
- Engaged with students during extracurricular activities, supporting their interests beyond classroom.
After-School Tutor
Will Rogers Elementary School
01.2023 - Current
- Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students.
- Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
- Met with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class and solve specific problems.
- Worked closely with students to help develop math and essay writing skills.
- Conducted study exercises to help student pass class exam or improve scores on standardized tests.
- Prepared for tutoring appointments by learning about key topics and planning out structured activities.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Boosted students'' confidence in their abilities through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Introduced creative learning strategies that catered to diverse learner needs, enhancing overall educational experience.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Hobbs Municipal Schools
01.2016 - 05.2024
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Used Skyword to organize lesson plans for long-term interim assignments.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Prepared, administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Maintained rules of conduct that encouraged self-discipline and responsibility.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
- Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to help with difficult subjects.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving exercises into lessons.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing individualized feedback and support for continuous improvement.
- Enhanced classroom management, implementing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Served as a positive role model for students by exhibiting strong work ethic, integrity, and professionalism at all times.
Bartender
Perikas Terrace
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
- Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Server
Pacific Rim Capital
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
- Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about offered items and make suitable recommendations.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
- Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
- Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
- Responded to ad hoc cleaning duties at end of shift.
Education
BBA - Marketing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2025
Associate of Arts -
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM05-2020
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Data collection
- Classroom organization
- Classroom management
- Computer skills
- Behavior improvements
- Social skills training
- Marketing and selling
- Artistic techniques
Certification
- Paraprofessional Educator License - [State] Department of Education.
- Professional Childcare Certification – Council for Professional Recognition or National Early Childhood Program Accreditation.
- Physical Restraint Training Certificate – Crisis Prevention Institute or similar bodies.
- Food Handler's Permit – [State/County] Health Department.
- Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) – Boys Town National Research Hospital.
- Safety-Care Behavioral Safety Training certification – QBS, Inc.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Hobbs Municipal Schools
09.2024 - Current
After-School Tutor
Will Rogers Elementary School
01.2023 - Current
Bartender
Perikas Terrace
02.2022 - 05.2024
Server
Pacific Rim Capital
07.2018 - 02.2019
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Hobbs Municipal Schools
01.2016 - 05.2024
- Paraprofessional Educator License - [State] Department of Education.
- Professional Childcare Certification – Council for Professional Recognition or National Early Childhood Program Accreditation.
- Physical Restraint Training Certificate – Crisis Prevention Institute or similar bodies.
- Food Handler's Permit – [State/County] Health Department.
- Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) – Boys Town National Research Hospital.
- Safety-Care Behavioral Safety Training certification – QBS, Inc.
BBA - Marketing
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts -
Eastern New Mexico University
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