Tihjae C. Giles
Chapel Hill
Summary
Dedicated After-School Group Leader with proven expertise in coaching, behavior management, and fostering student collaboration. Committed to developing impactful training programs that enhance interpersonal relationships and support student success.
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in educational settings, skilled in team collaboration and instructional leadership. Known for developing effective lesson plans and implementing behavior management strategies that promote positive learning environments and student engagement.
Professional leader in educational settings, bringing wealth of experience in managing school groups and facilitating enriching activities. Proven ability to collaborate with team members and adapt to dynamic situations, ensuring high-quality outcomes. Recognized for strong communication and organizational skills, making reliable and flexible team player.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
After-School Group Leader
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
Chapel Hill, NC
08.2019 - Current
- Led group activities, fostering collaboration and engagement among students.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with educational standards and student needs.
- Mentored and trained junior staff on best practices for student interaction.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to improve classroom environments.
- Enhanced student collaboration by implementing group activities and team-building exercises.
- Established strong relationships with colleagues, parents, and community members to support student success both inside and outside of school environments.
- Mentored and supervised junior staff, fostering professional growth and collaboration.
- Coordinated activities that promoted social skills, teamwork, and physical fitness.
- Streamlined communication processes between staff, students, and families for improved transparency.
- Identified student needs and communicated to teachers, school administration and parents.
- Supported students in making positive behavior choices and took disciplinary measures when appropriate.
Assistant and Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Guy B Phillips Middle School
Chapel Hill, NC
10.2021 - 02.2025
- Developed practice plans to enhance player skills and team performance.
- Fostered teamwork and sportsmanship through structured drills and competitive play.
- Mentored student-athletes in skill development and personal growth initiatives.
- Coordinated communication between coaching staff, players, and parents to ensure alignment on goals.
- Evaluated player performance consistently to inform development strategies and future placements.
- Promoted a positive team culture through the reinforcement of sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork values.
- Collaborated with other coaching staff members to optimize training programs and player development strategies.
- Assisted head coach in strategizing game plans for successful outcomes in competitive matches.
- Served as a mentor to younger athletes by sharing personal experiences in basketball career development opportunities.
- Facilitated strong communication among players both on and off the court, fostering a cohesive team dynamic.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Led pre-game meetings to review strategies, motivate players, and set expectations for each matchup.
- Assisted student-athletes with academic goals by providing resources and guidance on balancing sports commitments with schoolwork.
- Identified individual player strengths and utilized them effectively within the team''s tactical framework.
- Developed players'' skills through personalized coaching sessions, resulting in improved game outcomes.
- Promoted sportsmanship and teamwork among players, fostering a positive team dynamic.
- Implemented innovative coaching techniques that enabled athletes to overcome challenges both on-and-off-court successfully.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
Mobile Detailer
Chapel Hill Tire
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Delivered comprehensive mobile detailing services, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and customer satisfaction.
- Utilized specialized tools and products for effective vehicle cleaning and restoration processes.
- Implemented efficient workflows to optimize detailing time while maintaining quality outcomes.
- Mentored junior detailers, fostering skill development and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assessed customer needs to provide tailored detailing solutions that exceeded expectations.
- Ensured long-lasting results for clients by applying proven preservation methods during each detailing process.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with repeat clientele through personalized care and unmatched service excellence.
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
- Applied protective agents, including sealants, to protect surfaces.
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
- Maintained records of cleaning activities.
- Utilized high-pressure washers to clean vehicles and equipment.
- Applied chemicals and used high-pressure wash and scrubbers to clean rims.
- Followed safety guidelines for cleaning vehicles and equipment.
Stock Associate
Harris Teeter
Chapel Hill, NC
04.2011 - 08.2019
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and minimize shortages.
- Coordinated product replenishment efforts across departments to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted in training new associates on company policies and stocking procedures.
- Implemented improved organization strategies for backroom storage, increasing accessibility of merchandise.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline receiving processes and reduce processing time.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using POS systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer, minimizing discrepancies during daily audits.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School
Pittsboro, NCSkills
- Inclusiveness
- Child development
- Program planning
- Instructional skills
- Responsible and dependable
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building and networking
- Instructional leadership
- Safety and security procedures
- Behavior management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Mobile Detailer
Chapel Hill Tire
07.2022 - 08.2023
Assistant and Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Guy B Phillips Middle School
10.2021 - 02.2025
After-School Group Leader
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
08.2019 - Current
Stock Associate
Harris Teeter
04.2011 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School