Proven leader in educational and recreational settings, notably with Jefferson County Schools, enhancing student achievement and camp program success. Skilled in office administration and team building, I've effectively streamlined operations and fostered positive environments, significantly improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitness Desk Manager
Country Club of Birmingham
12.2020 - 08.2024
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Oversaw front desk operations, staff productivity, and operational efficiency.
Organized staff schedules in a manner that ensured adequate coverage at all times while minimizing labor costs.
Collaborated with other departments to address guest needs promptly, resulting in improved overall experience ratings.
Streamlined administrative tasks such as inventory management, ordering supplies, and maintaining office equipment to support day-to-day operations effectively.
Youth and Camp Director
Levite Jewish Community Center
05.2017 - 08.2020
Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
Recruited high-quality personnel by promoting a positive workplace culture, resulting in a skilled and dedicated team of counselors and support staff.
Developed and directed programs suitable for children between ages of 5 and 12.
Oversaw daily operations of the camp facility while maintaining compliance with state regulations, ensuring a safe environment for all participants.
Monitored enrollment numbers closely and adjusted staffing levels accordingly to maintain optimal counselor-to-camper ratios throughout each session of the camp season.
Established operating budget for camp and controlled expenditures.
Front Desk Office Administrator
Levite Jewish Community Center
05.2012 - 01.2017
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing front desk operations and addressing guest inquiries.
Facilitated seamless check-in/check-out processes for guests, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish.
Assisted marketing department with event planning logistics, resulting in successful launches and promotions.
Expedited invoice processing by accurately entering data into financial management software programs used by the organization.
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Elementary School Teacher
Jefferson County Schools
08.1996 - 05.2016
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
Administrative Assistant to Camp Director
Levite Jewish Community Center
05.2015 - 08.2015
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff, and greeting visitors.
Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
Elementary School Teacher
Tuscaloosa City Schools
07.1990 - 05.1996
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.