DION ASHLEY DEPINA

Mobile: 929-***-****

Email: aducmj@r.postjobfree.com

Dear Employer:

Hello there, allow me to introduce myself!

My Name is Dion Ashley DePina, and I am a 38-year-old female looking for something new and exciting, and applying for this position in your company; I believe will do the trick. My current objective is to obtain a position that will continue to challenge me every day along with expanding my skills and experiences properly.

I look forward to different challenges each day! I just came back from doing something very challenging, teaching abroad in China! I was able to experience 3 different types of English teaching operations: Training Center, Private after school program, and Private Kindergarten; in which I averaged different titles and responsibilities.

My positive motivation and interpersonal skills are valuable assets to all organizations. My mother always called me a social butterfly, as I was growing up, and it took hold of me throughout my careers and adventures! I love meeting new people and establishing great relationships.

My work experiences are strengthened with high responsibility and determination. I have successfully performed many tasks with a high degree of professionalism and assertiveness. I’ve made my resume available below, it contains detailed experiences of employment background.

I look forward to hearing from you soon. For further information you may contact me @ 929-***-**** & aducmj@r.postjobfree.com.

Available for relocation consideration

Warm regards,

Dion A. DePina

Mainland Republic of China Career Path:

09/2021-01/2022 Xinde Kindergarden Jiangsu, China

Foreign Lead Teacher

Created all teaching materials

Assisted with translating and editing school newsletters

Taught 3 classes a day with 12-16 children aged 4-5.

Developed innovative teaching techniques to make the learning process engaging

10/2020-09/2021 M+baby: Rice School

Chongming, China

ESL English Teacher

Collaborated with sales team on special projects

Conducted weekly Demo’s to increase student population.

Responsible for creating and delivering Teacher Assistant training in English phonics and classroom instruction

Created tutorial videos, and promotional tools

Conducted bi-weekly one on one oral assessments of the children to measure their learning retention

02/2019-08/2020 EF: English First Zhangjiagang, China

ESL English Teacher

Taught (8) 40-minute classes English daily for 20 kids ages 4-12.

Prepared daily/weekly lesson plans along with activities, games, songs, and visual aids Conducted demonstration classes for parents and interviews with potential students

Conducted oral reading assessments to determine learning retention.

Conducted parent teacher conferences

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

10/2018 – 6/2019 Waffle House (Corporate) Birmingham, AL

Human Resource Services Regional Lead

Responsible for regional recruitment efforts

Developed employee retention strategy

Hired, trained, and supervised staff at 29 locations

Scheduled and led the weekly/monthly Goals meeting

Created an environment that motivates and fostered connections between employees among hourly associates

Promoted public awareness and preached bylaws

2017-2018 Independent

External Contractor Birmingham, AL

04/2014 – 12/2016 Waffle House (Franchise)

Tuscaloosa, AL

Multi-Unit General Manager

Annual Sales Volume: $1.5 Million - $3 Million

Hired in as an Assistant Manager. Promoted to GM and Multi-Unit GM within the 1st year.

As a ‘Troubleshooter’, moved to Tuscaloosa to fix troubled stores, reduce costs, and lower turnover

Hired, trained, and supervised 3 managers and 27 – 30 employees in FOH and BOH management

Increased health scores for all location to over 90%; enhanced cleaning SOPs and policies

03/2012 – 04/2014 Cracker Barrel

Montgomery, AL

Kitchen Manager

Annual Sales Volume: $2 Million - $2.5 Million

Hired in as Shift Leader. Promoted to Kitchen Manager in 10 months.

Enforced recipe compliance, resulting in reduced food costs below 30%

Trained and supervised 10-line cooks and 2 Assistant Kitchen Managers

Created a positive team environment

Facilitated new back of the house employee orientation

Reduced turnover and increased mentorship opportunities

02/2011 – 03/2013 UPS Store/Hub Customer Service Agent Montgomery, AL

05/2007 – 2/2011 Baumhowers Restaurants Montgomery, AL

Director of Hospitality

Annual Sales Volume: $3 Million - $3.5 Million

Hired in as Hostess. Promoted to Shift Leader, Kitchen Manager, and Director of Hospitality

Trained, managed, and supervised 40 employees

I synchronized daily operations between Front of house and back of house employees, reducing

turnover by 20%

Coordinated with the GM and KM for menu planning and updates

EDUCATION

Alabama State University, Montgomery:

Bachelor spring 2007 {Communications; Public Relations}

Auburn University of Montgomery:

Early Childhood Collab. K-6 (93 credits)

CERTIFICATIONS:

Surf Safe Certified 2014-2020

TEFL Certification 2019

Modern Management Certification 2021

TeachBetter Sustainability Certification 2021/2022

LEADERSHIP/MEMBERSHIP:

EMERGE: Young Professionals of Montgomery

Red Cross Volunteer

Public Relations Student Society Association

National Association of Black Journalist

K.E.E.P Modeling Productions

President & Founder of “Final Notice” Dance Troop

Expats of China “Teacher Community”

Excellent References upon request

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