Relevant Work History

Content Creator

Self Employed | www.livingouradventures.com , www.hummingbird-acres.com | August 2018 – current

  • Write and edit a broad range of SEO-rich content for digital publication, including blog posts, video scripts, website content, social media posts, and photo captions.
  • Research and write original content.
  • Edit and proofread written pieces before publication.
  • Conduct keyword research and use SEO guidelines to optimize content.
  • Promote content on social networks and monitor engagement (e.g. comments and shares)
  • Video editing skills and experience using Final Cut Pro.
  • Strong writing skills, with an emphasis on casual and confident storytelling delivery.
  • Weekly email writing, editing and scheduling.
  • YouTube: video uploading, titles, thumbnails, descriptions, optimized for SEO, and analysising analytics.
  • Set up and maintain ecommerce with Etsy, shopify, thrivecart.
  • Set Up and maintain courses and tripwires using thrivecart.
  • Established skills photographing with DSLR’s and lighting indoors and out as well as working knowledge of filming with DSLR’s.
  • Measure analytics and metrics for continuous improvement of traffic by using Google Analytics and Google Search Console.
  • Monetization set up with affiliate links and Ezoic.
  • Understands the importance of brand identity and standards.
  • Demonstrated project management skills; experience using online project management tools for assignments and team communication.
  • Stay abreast of current trends and best practices to identify opportunities for growth.
  • Update websites as needed.
  • Technical Skills: WordPress, Elementor, ConvertKit, Canva, Adobe (photoshop, lightroom), FinalCutPro

Virtual Assistant/Marketing Manager

The Sedalia Center. March 2019 – current | Big Island, VA (Remote)

  • Website design and maintenance using wordpress and google search console.
  • Branding, Photography and Videography.
  • Marketing via social media, radio, email and print.
  • Coordinate with committee members to plan, market and host large events.
  • Communicate with vendors who are supplying products and materials for the center. Vendor coordinator for events.
  • Use online project management systems daily to keep track of projects, what needs to be done, and who is working on what element of the project.
  • Reflect on processes to improve them and increase productivity.
  • Resourceful to get tasks completed properly and in a timely manner.
  • Support the Operations Manager to ensure timelines are met, bylaws are followed, daily operations are completed (paying invoices, calling vendors and patrons, etc.) and event details are executed.

Owner/Director

In-Home Daycare | August 2018 – March 2020

  • Starting the daycare: researched requirements, created a business plan, coordinated with contractors to get needed work done, licensing requirements (classes, inspection, record keeping).
  • Stayed up to date on licensing regulations to maintain license and made changes accordingly.
  • Day to day management of the business; bookkeeping, budgeting, marketing, following state guidelines, purchasing supplies.
  • Established policies and communicated to all parties.
  • Communicated daily with parents on children’s progress. Worked with parents to solve problems that arise and different approaches to solve the problem.
  • Develop and implement educational programs and standards.
  • Maintain business excellence.

Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher

Anne Arundel County Public School | August 2011 – June 2018 | Crofton, MD

  • Developed and managed learning objectives (goals) for 20+ students each year. Guided them in developing mastery in grade level skills.
  • Analyzed student performance (data driven) and my teaching to ensure goals were being met. Creatively problem solving to ensure goals would be met by the deadline.
  • Delivered lessons (concept) to students and fellow teachers. Gave alternative explanations for different students/peers with different learning styles. Able to think on my feet and revise communication methods as needed.
  • Managed communication across departments (fellow teachers, administration and parents) to schedule, plan, and conduct meetings to ensure that everyone was on the same page with student learning, goals and progress.
  • Updated student files daily, ensuring that all key stakeholders were informed and future instruction/decisions were based on weaknesses.
  • Oversaw a team of 5 fellow kindergarten teachers and 14 fellow primary teachers to improve school performance, student performance, and daily lessons. (Team Lead and Primary Team Lead)
  • Kept track of deadlines, where I was needed, and what needed to be done to ensure everyday activity ran smoothly using Google Dive and online planners.
  • Planned out and executed projects in advance when possible and creatively problem solved when problems arise.
  • Union liaison guiding and helping teachers when problems arises between a teacher and admin.

Skills

  • Organization
  • Amazing Follow Through
  • Attention to Detail
  • Written and Oral Communication
  • Quick Learner
  • Managing Teams/Groups
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Documentation
  • Data analysis
  • Visual Learner
  • Resourceful
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask

Programs & Software

Over the years I have worked with many different programs and software. I am always adding more to this list as the industry grows and changes.

  • WordPress
  • Elementor
  • Google Analytics
  • Google Search Console
  • ConvertKit
  • Mailer Lite
  • Mailchimp
  • Canva
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Final Cut Pro
  • iMovie
  • Trello
  • Click Up
  • AirTable
  • Slack
  • Honeybook
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Suites
  • Etsy
  • Thrivecart
  • Shopify
  • Teachers Pay Teachers
  • Meta Business Suite
  • Tailwind
  • Later

Education

Credits in School Administration
Goucher College, 2015 – 2017 | Baltimore, MD

Master’s Degree in Education
Early Childhood and Elementary Education
College of Notre Dame of Maryland, 2010 – 2011 | Baltimore, MD

Bachelor of Science, Liberal Arts
College of Notre Dame of Maryland, 2006 – 2010 | Baltimore, MD


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