Profile of Qualifications

Results-focused professional with over 20 years of diverse career success in dynamic working environments. Calm under pressure; thrive in troubleshooting and correct issues to garner positive results. Able to work with individuals and groups at all levels. Adept in working with students via walk-in, phone or scheduled in-person appointment, as well as in group settings. Able to deliver comprehensive support and leadership for projects and programs targeting special populations. Eager to return to the workforce in an academic advising position at a large university, which includes delivering advisory and referral solutions to students with a focus on goal attainment, course completion and degree attainment. Seeking this opportunity, which will allow for leverage of academic background and knowledge of living abroad to help others achieve their educational and personal goals.

Student Engagement | Cross-Functional Teamwork | Support Delivery | Education Acumen

Strategic Planning & Analysis | Opportunity Identification | Interpersonal Communication | Writing Skills

Leadership | Organization | Scheduling | Time Management | Adaptability & Flexibility

Education

Master of Arts, Teaching, University of Arkansas

Bachelor of Science, Education, University of Arkansas

Professional Experience

Vintage Pixie

Owner (2012 2016)

         Led operations for a highly successful retail furniture and home d cor retailer

         Supervised and coached a dedicated team of two employees

         Opportunity allowed for exploration of interests such as decorating and business management

Tulsa Public Schools Roosevelt Elementary School

Teacher and Team Leader (2001 2004)

         Intructed various classes of first grade students during tenure in role; catered engagement approaches and lesson plans to fit students learning needs

         Engaged actively with students to help them achieve their respective scholastic goals

         Served as Team Leader at Roosevelt Elementary for a team of three Teachers

         Authored and secured a grant used to provide book buddy bags for the entire first grade class

         Left role to be a stay-at-home parent

Additional Experience

Community Service

Parent Volunteer, Xxxxxx Public Schools

Secretary, Mt. Lookout Child Study Group

Also worked as a volunteer for presidential campaigns via canvassing and phone banking

March 16, 2018

Hiring Agent Name

Title

Company Name

Address

City/State/Zip Code

Dear [Hiring Agent Name],

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a (INSERT TITLE OF TARGET POSITION) capacity and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration. As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include the following accomplishments:

  I bring to any role in higher education eight years of proven success in instructional and leadership capacities in the K12 sector that I believe will translate well to my current goal of working as an Academic Advisor in a college or university setting.

  My experiences thus far have sharpened and refined my student engagement, interpersonal communication, academic guidance and support delivery skills, as well as my ability to connect positively with individuals and groups at all levels.

  As a professional, I excel under pressure in fast-paced, demanding work environments, as both an independent contributor and valued team member, to fuel student success.

  It s also important to note that, after leaving the educational field, I owned my own business upon deciding to return the workforce after working for over a decade as a stay-at-home parent. This endeavor taught me how to lead a team capably, as well as how to effectively lead operations and manage my time. This transfers well to the higher education field.

  Independent of my practical background, I have a M.A. in Teaching and a B.S. in Education. I hope to call upon the skills I ve gleaned from my academic background in an exciting new working environment.

As an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Enc. Resume