Valerie Griffith Email & Phone Number

Janesville, WI, US

Janesville, Wisconsin, United States

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

• Interview, hire, onboard, and train new leaders and associates
• Manage the daily operations of a 2.5+ million dollar/year clothing store
• Ensure all staff focus on daily metrics sales drivers to drive sales
• Provide excellent customer service ensuring that each customer feels valued
• Optimized inventory by following company procedures and guidelines

United States

• Successfully helped open a brand-new charter school
• Trained staff and students on Standard Response Protocols and led scheduled drills
• Approved and paid invoices before deadlines, corresponding with vendors about issues or discrepancies
• Developed procedures for events, asset management, fundraising and purchasing
• Prepared and delivered all school deposits with zero errors or loss
• Helped the District Leadership Team establish a budget from scratch

Madison Elementary School, Janesville, WI

• Successfully managed classroom behavior in a class with behavior and special education needs using Whole Brain Teaching Strategies.
• Made effective lesson plans that include differentiation using gradual release, scaffolding, empowered learning, upside down teaching, and more.
• Worked effectively with my principal, student services, and grade level staff to learn new teaching strategies and problem-solving skills.
• Participated in a variety of meetings, such as IEP’s, PLC’s, and professional development.
• Co-Lead the PBIS Tier 1 PLC with goals to improve the positive culture.
• Founder and Facilitator of our Glorious Kindness Club.

Madison Elementary School, Janesville, WI

Student teaching in a fourth grade classroom is full of fun and challenges. I am learning something new and beneficial everyday on how to effectively manage a classroom that has a high level of challenging students. Each lesson plan that is made is full of ways to differentiate based on the needs of the classroom. Each lesson must be engaging and fun. I am.

Madison Elementary School

I help kids become better readers, to think positively, and become better people everyday! Working with kids that need help is above and beyond the most rewarding job I have ever had!

Janesville, Wisconsin, United States

Home department team member. Stocked shelves, straightened department, kept a positive attitude in a challenging situation.

Manage daily operations of a 1.2 million dollar/year bookstore and a $40,000/year seasonal calendar businessResponsible for leading a team of 15-20 booksellers, and holding them accountable for sales metrics, quality service, and store appearanceImproved the organization of the store to make shopping easier and enjoyable for the customersSet expectations.

Promoted to the Store Sales Manager after six months of employment as a part-time sales associate. Hired, trained, scheduled, and motivated a 40+-member team of full and part time associates and supervisors.Managed the everyday activities of the sales floor and drove sales forward. Created and implemented a method for associates to keep track of their.

Managed daily activities of store and a staff of 15 associates.Consistently met and exceeded individual and store sales goals.Created an appealing and attractive sales floor that lead to an increase in sales.Provided excellent customer service, and maintained a loyal customer base.

Promoted from Old Navy to become an assistant manager of a brand new Gap store.Coordinated activities for the opening of a brand new store.Complimented by customers and fellow employees on my professionalism and helpfulness.Provided continuous training to all associates by giving them the necessary feedback for their continued success Managed daily.

Successfully operated a local five screen movie theaterKept a very low employee turn overImplemented contests to motivate employeesHandled all daily financial transactions and reportsBudget ManagementSales Incentive ProgramsCustomer Service

Elementary Education And Teaching

MC-EA Teacher Certification

Bachelor Of Business Administration (Bba), Business Administration And Finance