VASHTI BRANTLEY
McDonald
Summary
As education professional, brings wealth of knowledge in creating personalized learning experiences. Proven track record in developing and executing comprehensive lesson plans that meet diverse educational needs. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving educational milestones and adapting to evolving requirements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS Hamilton County Schools
01.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Tutoring/Homeschool Teacher
Rondi Rhodes
01.2025 - Current
- Managed homeschool schedules effectively, balancing extracurricular activities with academic requirements for well-rounded development.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Emphasized practical life skills alongside academics, preparing students for future independence and decision-making abilities.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
- Increased student motivation by implementing engaging activities and interactive teaching techniques.
- Implemented hands-on activities and experiential learning opportunities for improved understanding of complex concepts.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, promoting open communication and active participation among students.
- Collaborated with parents to create personalized learning plans, ensuring each child''s educational needs were met.
- Utilized various assessment methods to track progress accurately, identifying areas requiring additional attention or support from parents or tutors.
Vespers Coordinator
Southern Adventist University
08.2024 - Current
- Directed pre-service meetings to ensure all participants were aligned with program goals
- Collaborated with the Audio/Visual team weekly, assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of A/V operations
- Communicated program expectations, rundowns, and contact details to all participants, including speakers, musicians, ethnic clubs, and the A/V team
- Managed weekly communications, providing clear instructions and addressing any participant questions
- Liaison between Southern Adventist University and the University Church, maintaining respectful and effective working relationships with church faculty and staff
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
Camp Counselor
Camp Au Sable
06.2022 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Led conflict resolution efforts among campers, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to personal development.
- Promoted camper growth through individualized attention, mentorship, and skill-building opportunities.
- Facilitated team-building exercises that encouraged collaboration among peers while improving interpersonal skills among participants.
VP of Logistics/Programming
GYC Southeast
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with the GYC programming team to successfully plan and coordinate a conference design to spark revival and enhance spiritual life
- Delegated responsibilities to team members and oversaw successful completion
- Developed leadership and networking skills through a variety of events
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
Volunteer
GYC - Presidential Hospitality Department
01.2014 - Current
- Corresponded with GYC attendees to address questions and concerns
- Served as part of registration team, interacting with over a thousand attendees
- Personal assistant to the GYC president, serving as a point of contact to communicate and scheduling
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Student Teaching
Weimar University
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
Volunteer
Total Community Involvement
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Personally invested 200+ hours over the course of 2 years in community outreach projects including yard work, kids programs, and being a helping hand wherever needed
Receptionist
Stallant Health
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Nanny Care
Private House
09.2019 - 10.2019
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Facilitated in Homeschooling three children
Education
BA - Liberal Arts Education
Southern Adventist University
Collegedale, TN12.2024
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Event planning
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team leadership
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS Hamilton County Schools
01.2025 - Current
Tutoring/Homeschool Teacher
Rondi Rhodes
01.2025 - Current
Vespers Coordinator
Southern Adventist University
08.2024 - Current
VP of Logistics/Programming
GYC Southeast
09.2022 - 10.2023
Camp Counselor
Camp Au Sable
06.2022 - Current
Student Teaching
Weimar University
01.2021 - 05.2022
Volunteer
Total Community Involvement
01.2021 - 05.2022
Receptionist
Stallant Health
12.2019 - 05.2022
Nanny Care
Private House
09.2019 - 10.2019
Volunteer
GYC - Presidential Hospitality Department
01.2014 - Current
BA - Liberal Arts Education
Southern Adventist University
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