Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Diamond Ambassador
Plexus Worldwide
08.2013 - Current
Promoted health and wellness products in person, at events, and on social media
Developed strategies to increase customer base by leveraging social media platforms
Developed and led a team of 3,000+ ambassadors achieving team sales reaching 2 million annually
Created and maintained relationships with clients and coached them to reach their health and financial goals
Demonstrated excellent communication skills when handling difficult customer service situations
Promoted 9 times to reach the top of the company, achieving the rank of Diamond Ambassador within the first 3 years
ELA Teacher-1st and 3rd Grade
Dallas International School
Dallas , TX
07.2012 - 02.2013
Taught English Language Arts at an International school where the students were primarily taught in French
Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to meet the needs of individual students
Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons in accordance with curriculum guidelines
Assessed student performance through formative and summative assessments
Collaborated with other faculty members to develop strategies for improving student performance
Bilingual Elementary School Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
Dallas, TX
07.2001 - 07.2012
Experience in Kindergarten, 1st, and 3rd grade
Motivated and Inspired students to learn and develop skills in Reading, Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science
Independently planned and implemented lesson plans for 5 subjects
Acted as grade level chair and new teacher mentor
Conducted assessments of student progress and provided feedback to parents and school administrators
Utilized technology-based learning activities to enhance instruction
Provided individual support to English Language Learners as needed, including one-on-one tutoring sessions
Adapted materials and instruction based on students' needs and abilities
Participated in professional development workshops focusing on effective strategies for English Language Learners
Special Events Coordinator
Janet Kafka & Associates
Dallas, TX
10.2000 - 07.2001
Assisted the Honorary Consul of Spain
Acted as Special Events Coordinator for Frexinet and Osbourne wines
Assisted in planning the arrival reception for the King and Queen of Spain
Assistant Buyer
Neiman Marcus
Dallas, TX
08.1998 - 10.1999
Completed 12 week Executive Development Program
Oversaw vendor support and store communication
Recapped and analyzed selling trends
Assisted buyer in achieving sales goals
Assisted in the selection and procurement of merchandise for store shelves
Tracked sales, monitored inventory in stores, and created purchase orders
Maintained positive relationships with vendors
Education
Texas Woman's University
Dallas, TX
01-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish With A Minor in Art History
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
08-1998
La Universidad De Sevilla
Seville, Spain
01-1997
Fort Worth Country Day
Fort Worth, TX
05-1994
Skills
Customer Engagement & Education
Social Media Management
Product Knowledge
High Achieving Sales
Attention to Detail
Team Management
Relationship Building
Client Coaching
Excellent Communication
Affiliations
Junior League of Dallas 2005-2010
Pi Beta Phi Alumni 1998-Present
Custom
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diamond Ambassador
Plexus Worldwide
08.2013 - Current
ELA Teacher-1st and 3rd Grade
Dallas International School
07.2012 - 02.2013
Bilingual Elementary School Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
07.2001 - 07.2012
Special Events Coordinator
Janet Kafka & Associates
10.2000 - 07.2001
Assistant Buyer
Neiman Marcus
08.1998 - 10.1999
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish With A Minor in Art History
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