Kristi Foster Boyd
Boiling Springs,SC
Summary
Experienced professional dedicated to supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and abilities in job market navigation and pursuing employment opportunities. Skilled in creating customized job search plans and identifying relevant job opportunities. Known for reliability and a strong commitment to fostering successful connections between clients and potential employers.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Job Coach
Spartanburg School District 2
02.2024 - Current
- Provide individualized guidance to students on job readiness, including career planning, resume writing, and interview preparation.
- Collaborate with local businesses to identify and secure employment opportunities for students.
- Track student progress and deliver tailored support to ensure successful workplace experiences
- Used Pathful to design training for special needs students and increase school retention and productivity rates by 90%.
- Trained and mentored 16 new Students to be hired and to fulfill various roles.
Assistant Track & Field Coach (Hurdles, Jumps, Sprint)
Spartanburg School Districts 2 & 7
01.2017 - Current
- Specialize in coaching hurdles, sprints, and jumps for student-athletes
- Design and implement individualized training programs to enhance athletes' technique, endurance, and performance
- Provide mentorship and 100% constructive feedback to foster both athletic and personal development
- Organize, supervise, and ensure the safety of practices, meets, and competitions
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Operations Specialist
ATI
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Collected, arranged, and input information into the database system.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Supported the creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
- Gathered, organized, and input information into a digital database.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Maintained an overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Physical Education Teacher
Libertas Charter Academy
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Developed and delivered comprehensive PE lessons aligned with state standards for K-6 students
- Promoted teamwork, healthy lifestyles, and physical fitness through engaging, age-appropriate activities
- Monitored student progress, provided feedback, and implemented strategies to encourage improvement
- Organized school-wide physical activities, including sports clubs, field days, and fitness challenges
Physical Education Teacher
Spartanburg School District 7
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Designed and conducted physical education programs emphasizing physical fitness, anatomy, and kinesiology
- Assessed individual student progress and adapted instruction to meet their unique developmental needs
- Ensured compliance with state and federal physical education standards and benchmarks
- Promoted a positive and respectful learning environment focused on teamwork and physical wellness
- Promoted a culture of inclusion, respect, and collaboration in the classroom.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach 360 students, middle school age-appropriate exercises in alignment with the school curriculum yearly.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
Volleyball Coach
Spartanburg School District 7
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Coached and mentored student-athletes in volleyball, focusing on skill development, strategy, and teamwork
- Developed structured practice plans to improve performance and technical skills from 15%-80% effectiveness
- Provided leadership and guidance to foster a positive and collaborative team environment
- Assisted in organizing and managing matches, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and game regulations
Production Associate
BMW Manufacturing
09.2012 - 05.2021
- Met and exceeded production goals by efficiently organizing workflows and maintaining quality standards
- Conducted product inspections to ensure compliance with manufacturing specifications
- Documented production processes and communicated issues to leadership for resolution
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals of 425 units.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
Long-Term Substitute Physical Education Teacher
Spartanburg School District 2
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Led PE instruction for students, emphasizing health education, physical fitness, and safe exercise techniques
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained school equipment and facilities
- Adapted fitness programs to align with individual student needs and abilities
- Prepared lesson plans to teach 360 students, high school age-appropriate exercises in alignment with the school curriculum yearly.
Teller
SunTrust
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Educated customers on the use of banking websites and mobile apps.
- Answered over 100 customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, service charges, and interest rates.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining the security of cash drawers.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
Manager
K-mart
06.2009 - 05.2011
- Manage Layaway Accounts: Oversee and track customer layaway transactions, ensuring 100s of accounts are accurately entered and monitored for timely payments
- Customer Assistance and Service: Help customers select items for layaway, explain policies, and resolve any issues or complaints to ensure a positive experience
- Organize and Retrieve Merchandise: Maintain and organize layaway merchandise for easy access, ensuring prompt retrieval when customers make final payments or request their items
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Student Administrative Assistant
South Carolina State University
06.2008 - 06.2009
- Managed 2 multi-line phone systems and maintained organized filing systems to streamline office operations
- Coordinated vendor activities and supported departmental tasks, including policy documentation and records management
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Health Education Services
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC05.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
Chesnee High School
Chesnee, SC05.2004
Skills
- Classroom Management & Instruction
- Lesson & Curriculum Planning
- Behavior & Discipline Strategies
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Career Coaching & Student Mentorship
- Athlete Development & Training
- Problem-Solving & Time Management
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Service plans
- Client assessment
- Job accommodations
Leadershipcommunication
- Experienced in fostering a positive and engaging learning environment that promotes student participation and social-emotional development.
- Skilled collaborator with colleagues, parents, and community members to support student achievement and growth.
- Effective mentor to students and athletes, providing guidance, encouragement, and leadership to help them achieve their goals.
Certification
- Print Production & Digital Imaging Certification – Printing Industries of America.
- Safe Schools Training Certificate - Various Safety Organizations.
- State Teaching Certification or License - South Carolina Department of Education.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Job Coach
Spartanburg School District 2
02.2024 - Current
Operations Specialist
ATI
01.2024 - 02.2024
Physical Education Teacher
Libertas Charter Academy
07.2023 - 09.2023
Physical Education Teacher
Spartanburg School District 7
08.2021 - 07.2023
Volleyball Coach
Spartanburg School District 7
08.2021 - 10.2022
Assistant Track & Field Coach (Hurdles, Jumps, Sprint)
Spartanburg School Districts 2 & 7
01.2017 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Physical Education Teacher
Spartanburg School District 2
08.2016 - 12.2016
Production Associate
BMW Manufacturing
09.2012 - 05.2021
Teller
SunTrust
06.2011 - 09.2012
Manager
K-mart
06.2009 - 05.2011
Student Administrative Assistant
South Carolina State University
06.2008 - 06.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
Chesnee High School
- Print Production & Digital Imaging Certification – Printing Industries of America.
- Safe Schools Training Certificate - Various Safety Organizations.
- State Teaching Certification or License - South Carolina Department of Education.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Health Education Services
South Carolina State University
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