Starla Whitaker
@starlawhitaker
Organized recruiting operations professional focused on clear, empathetic candidate support.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented, highly organized professional with experience coordinating schedules, managing communication, and supporting fast-paced team operations. I bring a background in education, team leadership, and workflow management.
In classroom and retail settings I managed high volumes of communication with students, parents, colleagues, and customers while maintaining accurate, confidential documentation. I tracked performance data and oversaw complex workflows involving planning, evaluation, and coordination.
As an assistant store manager and crew leader I coordinated staff scheduling, led onboarding and training, and assisted with interviewing and onboarding new employees. I pride myself on proactive problem-solving, adaptability under pressure, and creating positive experiences for stakeholders.
I am eager to contribute to a high-velocity hiring process with clarity, empathy, and reliability, leveraging strong communication and organizational skills to support recruiting operations and candidate experience.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
English Language Arts Teacher
Sebastian River High School
May 2020 - Present (5 years 7 months)
Managed high volumes of communication with students, parents, and colleagues, maintained detailed confidential records, and delivered supportive classroom experiences in a fast-paced environment.
United States History Teacher
Winter Haven High School
Jan 2020 - May 2022 (2 years 4 months)
Tracked performance data and maintained accurate records while collaborating with staff and leadership to support operations and coordinate cross-classroom workflows.
Assistant Store Manager
Aldi
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
Coordinated staff scheduling and daily workflow, assisted with interviewing, onboarding, and training, and resolved customer and team issues to maintain operational efficiency.
Crew Leader
Sweet Tomatoes
Jan 2016 - Jan 2020 (4 years)
Supported onboarding and training for new team members, resolved operational issues in real time, and maintained an organized, positive work environment while bridging communication between staff and management.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology focusing on foundational psychological principles and applied practices.
Valencia College
Associate of Arts, Psychology
Earned an Associate of Arts in Psychology covering introductory psychology coursework and general education requirements.
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