Vanessa Garrett
Substitute Teacher
Brock,TX
Summary
Proven educator and HR manager, adept in student engagement and relationship management, with a track record of enhancing classroom and workplace environments. At Brock ISD, excelled in implementing positive reinforcement strategies, significantly improving student focus. Skilled in curriculum knowledge and digital payroll systems, demonstrating adaptability and organizational prowess. Experienced substitute teacher with 1 year of experience successfully helping students achieve academic goals. Life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Brock Isd
09.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
Human Resources Manager
Pathway Rehabilitation
11.2014 - 05.2023
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and from home, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
Education
General Studies
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TXGeneral Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXEducation
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTAnatomy
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TXSkills
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Curriculum knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building and management
- Adaptable
- Organizational abilities
Additional Information
As a stay at home mother of four, I have been in and out of the workforce for over twenty years, and I am excited to begin working in new environments and learning new skills. I am a quick study and I have great organizational skills.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Brock Isd
09.2023 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Pathway Rehabilitation
11.2014 - 05.2023
General Studies
Tarrant County College District
General Studies
Central Texas College
Education
Western Governors University
Anatomy
Weatherford College
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