Cathie Insley
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Experienced in developing lesson plans encompassing the various learning styles, to meet individual students needs.
Strong communication skills. Friendly, approachable personality, excellent teaching and listening skills foster trust and respect, as evidenced by outstanding evaluations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Brenan's Funeral Home And Crematorium
11.2018 - Current
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and office software updates to maximize efficiency in administrative tasks.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Teacher
Eastern College - Saint John Campus
01.2010 - 02.2014
- Developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers and administrators to help students reach learning objectives.
- Developed strong relationships with students, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Residential Interior Decorator
Self-employed Interior Decorator
06.2007 - 12.2009
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Organized and maintained schedules for home consultations, customized room designs and staff meetings.
- Communicated product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to secure best pricing and availability on high-quality product..
- Increased project efficiency by effectively managing budgets, timelines, and resources.
- Streamlined project execution by maintaining clear communication between clients, suppliers, and team members.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment..
- Created budgets with clients and outlined plans for adherence..
- Advised clients on styles, layouts, budgets, and overall designs.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
Associate of Arts - Residential Interior Decorating
New Brunswick Community College
Saint John, NBSkills
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Teaching
- Data Entry
- Office Administration
- Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Social media knowledge
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Lesson Planning
- Team Player
- Friendly and Approachable
- Quick to Learn
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Brenan's Funeral Home And Crematorium
11.2018 - Current
Teacher
Eastern College - Saint John Campus
01.2010 - 02.2014
Residential Interior Decorator
Self-employed Interior Decorator
06.2007 - 12.2009
Associate of Arts - Residential Interior Decorating
New Brunswick Community College
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