TAYLOR LEWIS
Summary
A dynamic professional with a background in teaching, administration, and working in a corporate environment. Experience with organizing and managing a classroom, I am ready to take this experience to the next level in a professional environment. Additional experience in training by guiding, developing and supporting team members to reach performance goals. Strong communication skills with a passion for creating positive workplace environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
English Teacher
First Steps Academy Kindergarten
12.2024 - Current
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Similar as role below
English Teacher
EduArt Kindergartens
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Prepared innovative English curriculum for multiple classes with respect to Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Acted as a compassionate mentor, helping children manage emotional challenges and develop positive behavior patterns
Transportation Specialist, SME (Shift Management Expert), Training Ambassador
Amazon
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Investigated cases by using internal Amazon tools and effectively communicated with the relevant stakeholders to provide timely solutions
- Extracted and analyzed raw data to explore the root cause behind the high volume of ad hoc creations by associates
- Promoted to Shift Management Expert (SME), I led and managed a team of 10-15 colleagues
- Selected and certified to be a Training Ambassador, I trained new hires and conducted cross-training for experienced employees.Designed and implemented a user guide for new hires, which addressed FAQs and enhanced their confidence and independence in performing job responsibilities
Scheduling Coordinator & Administrative Assistant
Heeluxe
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Oversaw and planned the scheduling of testers for up to 7 concurrent research studies
- Recruited participants for studies through online campaigns on platforms like Craigslist, Facebook, and Instagram, successfully growing the tester database by 36%
- Improved the onboarding experience by creating and updating training materials for new hires
- Performed a range of administrative tasks, including inventory tracking and submitting expense reports
- Facilitated communication with testers and team members
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA 09.2014 - 06.2018
Skills
- Employee Training and Development
- Process Improvement
- Problem-solving and Decision-making
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Timeline
English Teacher
First Steps Academy Kindergarten
12.2024 - Current
English Teacher
EduArt Kindergartens
03.2022 - 08.2024
Transportation Specialist, SME (Shift Management Expert), Training Ambassador
Amazon
11.2019 - 10.2021
Scheduling Coordinator & Administrative Assistant
Heeluxe
06.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Barbara
09.2014 - 06.2018
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