Amanda Ritchie
Oak Grove,LA
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Teacher
West Carroll Parish School Board
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Small Business Owner
Ritchie's Big Boy Convenience Store
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads
- Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.
- Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Secondary School English Teacher
West Carroll Parish School Board
08.2012 - 05.2019
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Scheduling Coordinator
Care Solutions
09.1999 - 01.2008
- Developed strong working relationships with management and executive team through effective scheduling and communication skills.
- Worked with manager and supervisor to plan and coordinate schedules of more than 100 direct caregivers.
- Communicated scheduling changes to staff members and clients.
- Managed daily scheduling conflicts to reduce operational backlogs and support full shift-coverage.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05-2002
Skills
- Project-based learning
- Oral communication
- Writing instruction
- Literary analysis
- Recordkeeping skills
- Instructional technology
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
- Licensed in Louisiana (Teaching Certificate)
Timeline
Middle School Teacher
West Carroll Parish School Board
08.2022 - 04.2025
Small Business Owner
Ritchie's Big Boy Convenience Store
06.2019 - 01.2023
Secondary School English Teacher
West Carroll Parish School Board
08.2012 - 05.2019
Scheduling Coordinator
Care Solutions
09.1999 - 01.2008
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Louisiana At Monroe
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