Holly Overholser
Little Rock
Summary
Seeking employment to use my skills in the best possible way with an opportunity for professional challenges.
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
NLRSD
2023.01 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Office Manager
Paramount Financial Advisors
2022.06 - 2023.01
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Office Assistant
Party Time Rental And Events
2018.10 - 2022.11
- Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
Generalist
Victoria’s Secret
2017.09 - 2018.03
- Developed strong customer relationships through attentive listening and prompt resolution of concerns.
- Kept work areas clean and neat to promote efficient operations.
- Organized and maintained supplies to support [Type] operations.
- Provided exceptional service to clients, resulting in increased retention rates and positive feedback.
- Delivered high-quality work consistently, exceeding performance objectives regularly.
Licensed Cosmetologist
Self-Employed
2016.01 - 2018.03
Generalist
Victoria’s Secret
2015.05 - 2016.01
IT Systems Analyst
Willis-Knighton Health Systems
2001.04 - 2014.09
Education
Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Regency Beauty Institute
Shreveport, LAMaster of Science - Library And Information Science
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR2026-05
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
UALR
Little Rock, AR2022-12
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Teacher
NLRSD
2023.01 - Current
Office Manager
Paramount Financial Advisors
2022.06 - 2023.01
Office Assistant
Party Time Rental And Events
2018.10 - 2022.11
Generalist
Victoria’s Secret
2017.09 - 2018.03
Licensed Cosmetologist
Self-Employed
2016.01 - 2018.03
Generalist
Victoria’s Secret
2015.05 - 2016.01
IT Systems Analyst
Willis-Knighton Health Systems
2001.04 - 2014.09
Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Regency Beauty Institute
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
University of Central Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
UALR