Zion Lawson
Belleville,IL
Summary
Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Compton Drew
01.2024 - Current
- Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing laboratory learning methods
- Demonstrates mathematical concepts using representations such as models, chalk board, overhead projector, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aides
- Design learning activities that will connect the mathematics to the students' physical world, to other content areas, and to prior mathematics concepts
- Design learning activities that will allow students opportunities to communicate mathematically, orally and written, with others
- Creates and maintains an inviting, stimulating instructional area with attractive student-centered bulletin board displays, learning centers and projects consistent with the physical limitations of teaching area
- Supports the program of study, using a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media and technology
- Analyzes and uses appropriate data to guide instruction and develop assessments
- Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal
- Demonstrate an overall knowledge of one's discipline(s) that allows him/her to teach to the student's ability levels and learning styles
- Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policies and administrative regulations
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
- Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
- Communicate expectations, criteria for assessment, student progress, and student strengths/weaknesses to parents and students
- Assesses students' special needs and collaborates with school services and community agencies to meet those needs
- Maintain confidentiality of information concerning students, colleagues, and parents
- Modifies own professional development plan to improve instructional performance and to promote student learning
- Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics
- Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board policies
- Perform other task as assigned.
Sales Associate
Target
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Create a welcoming experience by authentically greeting all guests
- Observe to quickly understand whether a guest needs assistance or wants to interact
- Follow body language and verbal clues to tailor your approach
- Engage with guests in a genuine way, which includes asking questions to better understand their specific need
- Be knowledgeable about the tools, products, and services available in the total store, and specific to your area, to solve issues for the guest and improve their experience
- Thank the guest in a genuine way and let them know we’re happy they chose to shop at Target
- Select items for order pickup, drive up and ship to home for digital guest orders
- Accurately put on hold all order pickup and drive up orders
- Properly prepare, pack and sort guest orders for shipment using correct materials
- Meet productivity metrics and other fulfillment goals
- Meet guest order promise times to deliver on the guest demand
- Own your workspace and supplies; keep equipment and designated areas organized and supplies in stock
- Properly use equipment while following safety best practices
- Follow all safety guidelines, operating procedures, product freshness and quality standards; follow food safety guidelines when handling, displaying and/or storing food items
- Always demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance
- Work in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices.
Package Handler
FedEx Warehouse
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Manually move material in packages from one place to another
- Whether it be from the truck to the end client, from one truck to another, or from one side of the business to another
- Pack products in boxes by hand and keep a record of the items packed and moved
- Work with material moving machine operators and material recording workers to handle items and keep a record of items
- Communicate with co-workers and clients to ensure the safe and on-time delivery of goods
- Companies want packages to be delivered on time and without damage
- Handle physically demanding movements like pushing, pulling, bending down and lifting of packages
- Responsible for handling packages without dropping or other brisk movements that could damage them.
Line Cook
Red Robin
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Setting up cook stations and stocking them with the necessary prep supplies
- Preparing food on the line, as needed, by cutting, mixing, chopping, and making sauces
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards that comply with state and local food safety and sanitation regulations
- Handling and storing food safely and properly
- Takes inventory counts before and after shifts, completes food inventory or storage sheets
- Ability to work on weekends, stand for extended periods of time, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Crew Member/ Server
McDonald's Corp
01.2016 - 05.2019
- Greeted, escorted, and seated all customers and visitors upon their entrance into restaurant
- Maintained a friendly disposition while taking food and beverage orders
- Provided patrons with various food selections in a hospitable manner
- Ensured the delivery of food and beverages in a timely fashion
- Established clear and professional communication when checking the satisfaction of the meal
- Assured the cleanliness of the dining area in addition to following up on customer requests
- Assisted other members of dining staff with bussing, resetting, and serving duties
- Ensured proper handling of all monies while operating cash registers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education-Math
Harris-Stowe State University
St Louis, MO05.2024
Some College (No Degree) -
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILHigh School Diploma -
Belleville East High School
Belleville, IL05.2018
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
Timeline
Student Teacher
Compton Drew
01.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Target
08.2021 - 01.2024
Package Handler
FedEx Warehouse
03.2020 - 06.2021
Line Cook
Red Robin
07.2019 - 02.2020
Crew Member/ Server
McDonald's Corp
01.2016 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education-Math
Harris-Stowe State University
Some College (No Degree) -
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
High School Diploma -
Belleville East High School
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