Hi, I’m
Trisha Kirk
Olivette,MO
"Education is an atmosphere, a discipline, and a life."
-Charlotte Mason
Summary
Hardworking and passionate educator with strong problem solving skills eager to work in a project-based classroom setting with younger children. Ready to learn along side teaching veterans to ensure a seamless transition for the children in the classroom.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Self
Home School Educator & Co-op Founder
09.2015 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
- Led group art and nature studies for 15 plus children ages 2 to 7 years old.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Mindframe
President of Sales & Operations / Co-Owner
01.2013 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by providing consultation with an emphasis on business scaling resulting in 900% revenue increase over the course of 5 years.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Client Services Inc.
Training Director / Project Manager
01.2003 - 01.2013
Job overview
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
- Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and enhance program success.
- Worked alongside stakeholders and executive management to determine project priorities and direction.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve performance concerns and increase market shares.
- Founded, pitched, planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects resulting in significant performance increase and substantial annual savings over $250,000 annually.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale.
- Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
Education
Maryville UniversitySt Charles, MO
Bachelor of Science from Business
08.2010
University Overview
- 3.5+ GPA
- Scholarship Recipient though Client Services Inc. for honors GPA
- Scholarship Recipient from Lindenwood for Single Mother
Skills
- Building Relationships with parents & children
- Instructional Strategies, including Maria Montessori's three period lesson
- Creative Strategies such as Emilia Reggio project based methodologies
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- Engaging Read Aloud Voice and Animation as well as the selection of rich literature verse twaddle
- Passionate about teaching art all media forms and enjoy incorporating rich music in the classroom
- As an owner of a marketing company one of my greatest skill is taking high quality photos and videos which I could share with parents
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
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Timeline
Home School Educator & Co-op Founder
Self
09.2015 - 09.2023
President of Sales & Operations / Co-Owner
Mindframe
01.2013 - 09.2023
Training Director / Project Manager
Client Services Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2013
Maryville University
Bachelor of Science from Business
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