Taylor McGinnis
Nebraska City
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Self-Employed
06.2022 - Current
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Participated actively in local community events or organizations as a way to give back while expanding brand visibility and credibility.
- Hired trained, and supervised staff to maintain high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
- Fostered a positive work environment that motivated employees towards achieving their potential while contributing significantly towards overall company success.
- Implemented innovative inventory management practices to minimize stockouts and reduce overhead costs.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Educator-5th Grade
Lourdes Central Catholic
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Educator- 1st Grade
Lourdes Central Catholic
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Promoted a love of reading among students by creating engaging book displays in the classroom library, hosting book talks, and offering personalized recommendations based on individual interests.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Developed and implemented useful behavior management strategies to instill discipline and compliance with conduct code.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Collaborated with administrators to develop school-wide initiatives to promote academic excellence.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Special Education Educator
Lourdes Central Catholic
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted parents in understanding their child''s progress through regular communication and constructive feedback.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, informing instructional decision-making and goal-setting processes.
- Developed strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged growth and success.
- Provided one-on-one support for struggling students, addressing individual challenges and tailoring instruction accordingly.
- Implemented data-driven interventions to monitor progress towards IEP goals, adjusting instructional approaches as needed.
- Served as an advocate for students within the school community, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Promoted parent involvement through regular communication about student progress, upcoming events, and available resources within the school district.
- Facilitated small group instruction targeting specific skill deficits or areas of need based on assessment data analysis results.
- Collaborated closely with related service providers such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress and instructional modifications, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations for special education.
- Provided ongoing support to paraprofessionals within the classroom, offering guidance on instructional strategies and behavior management techniques.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-5
Peru State College
Peru, NE12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Special Education PreK-12
Peru State College
Peru, NE12.2016
Skills
- Small Business Operations
- Planning and Execution
- Vendor Relations
- Business Marketing
- Customer Service
- Financial Management
- Strategic Planning
- Staffing
- Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Calendar Management
Timeline
Small Business Owner
Self-Employed
06.2022 - Current
Educator-5th Grade
Lourdes Central Catholic
08.2019 - 05.2022
Educator- 1st Grade
Lourdes Central Catholic
08.2018 - 05.2019
Special Education Educator
Lourdes Central Catholic
08.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Wayne State College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-5
Peru State College
Bachelor of Science - Special Education PreK-12
Peru State College
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