Kiah Cager
Columbia
Summary
Energetic and compassionate educator with a natural talent for creating engaging and inclusive learning environments. Solid foundation in child development principles and curriculum design. Equipped with the knowledge to shape the educational experience for students effectively. Strong classroom management and communication skills foster a positive and productive atmosphere for student success. Deeply committed to inspiring and guiding students to reach their full potential and prepare for success inside and outside the classroom.
Iam also a results-oriented and dynamic professional with a strong background in customer relations and sales. I specialize in driving growth by providing exceptional customer experiences while leveraging my current career as a educator.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
The Young School
11.2023 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Men's Sales Associate
Nordstrom
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
- Achieve sales goals by providing honest and self-assured feedback to clients by always being knowledgeable about products.
- Always providing excellent customer service by being organized and following up with clients in my book of business. Utilized digital styles app “Style Board” to bring in revenue to boost sales.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Howard Community College
Columbia, MDHigh School Diploma -
Baltimore City College
Baltimore, MD06-2018
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Training and mentoring
- Student records management
- Emotional support
- Curriculum alignment
- Team building
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Store operations
- Guest relations
- Product presentation
Timeline
Lead Teacher
The Young School
11.2023 - Current
Men's Sales Associate
Nordstrom
10.2019 - 05.2021
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Howard Community College
High School Diploma -
Baltimore City College
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