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Victoria Smith

Mechanicsville,VA

Summary

I am a driven, goal-oriented person that always puts my best foot forward. I consider myself to have a positive attitude and can brighten up any work environment. My motivation and detail oriented style of work ethic makes me an asset to any company and/or business. Between my three career paths in food service, construction, and education, I feel as though I have the ability to manage any and all obstacles I may encounter.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Hanover County Public Schools
Hanover, VA
05.2022 - Current
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
  • Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
  • Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
  • Maintained rules of conduct that encouraged self-discipline and responsibility.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.

Assistant Project Manager

Hurricane Fence Company
Richmond, VA
09.2022 - 02.2024
  • Coordinated project activities and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.
  • Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.
  • Created and maintained detailed project documentation including schedules, budgets, change orders and invoices.
  • Gathered data from various sources in order to provide comprehensive analysis of project performance metrics.
  • Developed training materials for new employees on relevant topics such as project management techniques.
  • Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable regulations throughout the duration of the project.
  • Participated in meetings with clients, contractors, vendors and other stakeholders regarding current projects.
  • Resolved any conflicts that arose during the course of a project by utilizing effective problem-solving skills.
  • Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.
  • Maintained close connection with project personnel to quickly identify and resolve problems.
  • Provided financial support by preparing invoices and estimates for projects.
  • Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
  • Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.

Waitress/Bartender

Calabash Seafood
Mechanicsville, VA
09.2011 - 07.2022
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
  • Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
  • Resolved customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Developed strong and lasting resident relationships.
  • Answered guest questions regarding menu, food and beverage preparation, recipe ingredients and allergens.

Home School Tutor

Kristin Davis
Mechanicsville, VA
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Designed comfortable tutoring environment conducive to learning.
  • Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
  • Traveled to student's home or to another place of student's choice to conduct tutoring sessions.
  • Researched or recommend textbooks, software, equipment, or other learning materials to complement tutoring.
  • Met with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class and solve specific problems.
  • Conducted study exercises to help student pass class exam or improve scores on standardized tests.
  • Provided private instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance and prepare for academic or occupational tests.
  • Assessed student progress at each session, making recommendations that increased effectiveness of tutoring and lessons.
  • Prepared for tutoring appointments by learning about key topics and planning out structured activities.

English Teacher

CEIP Severo Ochoa
Madrid
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Customized innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences.
  • Evaluated students' comprehension of lessons through relevant test questions.
  • Repeated key lesson information to teach grammar and help students grasp concepts.
  • Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
  • Guided students to write for varied purposes and audiences to develop writing skills.
  • Required spoken and written student responses to contexts to increase reading comprehension.

Waitress

3 Monkeys Bar And Grill
Richmond, VA
02.2018 - 08.2018
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
  • Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
  • Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
  • Resolved customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Developed strong and lasting resident relationships.
  • Answered guest questions regarding menu, food and beverage preparation, recipe ingredients and allergens.
  • Implemented sanitary food handling, holding and service protocols.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Virginia Commonwealth University
05.2020

High School Diploma -

Lee Davis High School
Mechanicsville, VA
06.2015

Skills

  • Foundational knowledge
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Relationship Building
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Problem Resolution
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • People Skills
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Customer Service
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Active Listening
  • Team Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Student Engagement
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Lesson Planning
  • Records Management
  • IEP Understanding
  • Elementary Education
  • Discipline
  • Adaptable
  • Classroom Management
  • Organizational Abilities

Certification

  • Public Notary

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Assistant Project Manager

Hurricane Fence Company
09.2022 - 02.2024

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Hanover County Public Schools
05.2022 - Current

Home School Tutor

Kristin Davis
08.2021 - 06.2022

English Teacher

CEIP Severo Ochoa
09.2020 - 07.2021

Waitress

3 Monkeys Bar And Grill
02.2018 - 08.2018

Waitress/Bartender

Calabash Seafood
09.2011 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Virginia Commonwealth University

High School Diploma -

Lee Davis High School
Victoria Smith