JULIA PHELPS
Decatur,GA
Summary
Collaborative leader with talent for nurturing positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive and engaging learning environment. Demonstrates generosity, patience, empathy and persuasive communication skills while fostering collaboration and growth as Preschool Lead Teacher.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
DFUMC-Preschool
08.2017 - Current
- Implementing daily activities that supported children’s emotions, social and intellectual development
- Monitored children’s progress and communicated effectively with parents during regular meetings
- Facilitated group activities that promoted teamwork and social skills among students
- Provided individual support to students and requiring additional assistance with classroom activities
- Assisted and supervised 14 children through entire school day.
Childcare Supervisor
DFUMC
01.2017 - Current
- Supervised program under direction of district manager to consistently meet licensure requirements
- Trained new staff on childcare best practices and classroom management techniques
- Fallowing monthly packets to develop daily programs activities and monthly calendar events
- Checked spaces before, during and after- child related activities to verify safety and security
- Maintained a clean and organized facility with attention to sanitation standards and child-safe environments.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
Founder and Owner
4J Design Studio
01.2015 - Current
- Managed multiple design and project simultaneously tight deadline maintaining high standers of quality
- Participated in brainstorm sessions to generate new idea for project campaigns
- Solicited feedback for clients on design projects making necessary adjustments to meet expectations
- Engaged clients development process to better serve individual needs
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
Store Manager
The Silk Trading Co
12.2007 - 12.2009
- 2 Years professional experience in managing high-end retail store operations and design trade accounts with the luxury home furnishing industry
- Monitor inventory levels and place order if needed
- Open and close the store, ensuring that all procedures are followed and the store is secure
- Train staff on proper cash handling procedures including daily deposits, credit cards payments and end of the day reconciliation of register funds
- Monitored store operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations, company police, and legal regulations
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.
Lead Design Consulting
ABC Home
06.2001 - 12.2007
- Reviewed client’s fundamental goals and needs using various methods
- Assessed client’s requirements and specifications to determine labor and materials needed for the project
- Participated in additional education opportunities to build knowledge and father develop skills
- Built and maintained professional working relationships with clients, leading to further business opportunities
- Established clear lines of responsibility within the team, leading to improved productivity and overall performance.
- Identified design requirements for each project.
- Consistently exceeded client expectations leading to a high rate of referrals and repeat business.
Education
Associate of Arts - Home Design and Retail Sales
FIT University
NYC05-2004
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
The University of Split
Croatia05.1992
Skills
- MS Office
- Customer Relations
- Computer Skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Project Management
- Business Development
- Documentation and reporting
- Customer service management
- Staff supervision
- Relationship building and management
- Operations
- Safety precautions
- Lesson planning
- Compliance
- Activity planning
- Curriculum planning
Languages
German -Beginning
Croatian -Fluent
English -Fluent
Accomplishments
- Team Leadership Success, Curriculum Enhancement, Developed curriculum improved children literacy by 30% over a year.
- Staff supervision, reducing incident reports by 90%.
- Project Manager Excellence, Managed 20 design project annually, increasing client satisfaction by 25%
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Interests
- Adventure Travel
- Gardening
- Hiking
- Volunteering
- Yoga
- Gym Workouts
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
DFUMC-Preschool
08.2017 - Current
Childcare Supervisor
DFUMC
01.2017 - Current
Founder and Owner
4J Design Studio
01.2015 - Current
Store Manager
The Silk Trading Co
12.2007 - 12.2009
Lead Design Consulting
ABC Home
06.2001 - 12.2007
Associate of Arts - Home Design and Retail Sales
FIT University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
The University of Split
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