Brian C. Thayer

Experience

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  The Coffee Ground

  Mar 2008 - Oct 2008

  Manager and Barista

  Served customers, prepared drinks, helped manage employees, maintained inventory and shop appearance, made and processed vendor orders

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  Kaldi's Coffee Roasters

  Oct 2008 - Apr 2009

  Barista

  Served customers, prepared drinks, restocked supplies, and maintained shop appearance

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  Vida Coffee Co

  Jul 2009 - Jul 2011

  Founder, Consultant, and Training Manager

  Started and established Vida Coffee Co. (selected location, developed business plan, set pricing and hours, worked on logo development, developed interior design, and selected vendors)Manage employees (developed training program manual, train baristas, established code of conduct) Provide superior customer service (prepare drinks, serve pastries, interact with clientele)Negotiate and process vendor orders, process credit transactions, maintain inventory and shop appearance

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  Coyote Hill Christian Children's Home

  Mar 2010 - Dec 2010

  Parent Aide

  This is a residential style home with full-time Home Parents and part-time Parent Aide assistants. Four homes are located on premises with 8 children per house. We offer a safe and loving Christian environment for Children to grow, learn, and be loved.

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  Mizzou Christian Campus House

  Jan 2011 - Jul 2011

  Intern Campus Minister

  Residential Christian organization. We offer cheaper housing and a Christian environment. Small groups, Bible studies, and a Midweek Church on campus are offered.

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  Rohs Street Cafe

  Jul 2011 - Dec 2011

  Barista

  Prepared coffee beverages for customers and promoted the cafe.

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  Eggshell Bistro

  Mar 2012 - Dec 2012

  Executive Server

  I served the most delicately delicious breakfasts in Indianapolis.

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  Harrisonville Schools

  Oct 2012 - May 2013

  Substitute Teacher

  I teach in 6th through 12th grade classrooms, primarily within the Harrisonville School District. I enjoy my time in classes, will substitute for any subject, but prefer history and English.

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  Summit Christian Academy-Lee's Summit, MO

  Aug 2013 - Aug 2014

  Bible Teacher

  I teach Apologetics to 12th graders and Basic Theology to Juniors.

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  Harrisonville Middle School

  Aug 2014 - May 2020

  World History Teacher

  I teach topics in world history to 7th graders, emphasizing literacy and critical thinking. Recently, I have completed a Technology in Schools EdSp program from the University of Missouri- Columbia and have adopted the use of the Big History Project in my courses.

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  RAYMORE-PECULIAR SCHOOL DISTRICT

  Jul 2020 - Aug 2023

  Digital Learning Teacher (Instructional Technology Coach)

  I wear many hats in my position, but some of the more prominent ones are educating teachers about how to best leverage technology in the classroom to increase student learning and engagement. Helping to develop curriculum that is highly targeted to essential standards is also a big part of what I do. I also support district devices, platforms, learning management systems, and data.

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  Legacy Christian Church

  Aug 2022 - now

  Associate Minister

  I lead Guest Service ministries by building and maintaining volunteer teams, involving new people, assisting in event planning, hosting Sunday services, and serving the congregation's needs.