JARREAU GAINES
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Passionate Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team.
EXPERIENCE
JANUARY 2021 – PRESENT
TRAINING INSTRUCTOR, delalio ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
JACKSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies. Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
Liaised with other faculty and staff to monitor halls, bathrooms, playgrounds and lunchrooms.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
JULY 2018 – DECEMBER 2019
YOUTH SPORTS ASSISTANT, CHILD DEvELOPMENT CENTER
MANAMA, BAHRAIN
Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.
Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment.
Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
Instructed participants on activities' goals, procedures, and safety considerations to promote beneficial outcomes for all children.
Implemented welcoming classroom environment where children felt safe and secure.
Monitored children's activities throughout day to maintain overall safety.
Utilized positive reinforcement to help children develop communication and collaboration skills.
Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs.
Prepared children for success in classroom settings through encouragement and exploration of learning activities.
NOVEMBER 2014 – OCTOBER 2016
SALES ASSOCIATE, Navy Exchange Service Command
vIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
Worked alongside retail representatives to boost sales by enhancing product presentations and advertising collateral.
Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs.
Answered customer questions regarding sizing and accessories and explained how to properly care for merchandise.
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Offered each customer top-notch, personal service and polite support to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
Pursued resolutions to achieve complete customer satisfaction, including tracking down hard-to-find merchandise at diverse locations.
FEBRUARY 2010 – JUNE 2014
CULINARY SPECIALIST, UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVES
SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA
Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
Prepared and managed work schedules, vacation, and sick time accurately monthly.
Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events, and job fairs.
MAY 2008 – OCTOBER 2013
OPERATOR, LOU CHANDLER INC.
SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA
Completed work according to schedule and helped struggling team members.
Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
Operated heavy machinery construction equipment safely and efficiently with team of 20 employees.
EDUCATION
JULY 2020
ASSOCICIATES OF PSYCHOLOGY, University of Maryland Global Campus
BACHELOR OF HISTORY, University of Maryland Global Campus
SKILLS
Activity Planning
Facilities management
Safety standards and protocols
Event Coordination
Project organization
Relationship development
First Aid/CPR
Team building
Problem resolution
Supervision
Training and Development
Leadership
Training and mentoring
Classroom management
Self-help skills development
Lesson Planning
Behavior control
Activity implementation
Skill-building exercises
Safety awareness