Kara Ferguson
Williamson
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Pike Pools, excelling in customer service and calendar management. Skilled in problem-solving and classroom organization, I foster positive environments and enhance operational efficiency. Committed to achieving results through effective communication and collaboration, ensuring both client satisfaction and team success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Worker
Pike Pools
Zebulon
01.2021 - Current
- Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages.
- Communicated with customers, employees and vendors to answer questions and address complaints.
- Scheduled appointments and managed calendars for department heads.
- Managed front desk operations such as answering phones and responding to emails.
- Ordered supplies needed for daily operations within the office.
- Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines efficiently.
- Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Tested water to pinpoint chemical supplements needed for optimum water chemistry and sustained cleanliness.
Student Teacher
Anne Street Elementary
Griffin
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Led classroom instruction, engaging students through interactive learning methods.
- Integrated hands-on activities into instruction whenever possible.
- Prepared teaching materials and visual aids to support lesson objectives.
- Monitored student behavior during class sessions and field trips.
- Encouraged positive relationships between students by promoting collaboration within groups.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies.
Childcare Provider
Racquethause South
Zebulon
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pike County High School
Zebulon, GA05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA05-2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Calendar management
- Office equipment usage
- Supply ordering
- Data entry
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Classroom organization
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Student assessment
- Lesson planning
Affiliations
- VBS Director/Assistant
- Sunday school teacher/Youth leader
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Timeline
Student Teacher
Anne Street Elementary
01.2025 - 05.2025
Office Worker
Pike Pools
01.2021 - Current
Childcare Provider
Racquethause South
10.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Pike County High School
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Gordon State College
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