Akil Harrison
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Professional with strong foundation in educational support, equipped to significantly contribute to learning environment. Skilled in assisting with classroom management, providing instructional support, and fostering positive atmosphere. Strong focus on team collaboration and ensuring goals are met efficiently, adaptable to varying needs. Known for reliability, effective communication, and supportive approach to student development.
Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Tilly’s
02.2022 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Server Trainer
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Mentored new hires through the training process, ensuring they became productive team members quickly and efficiently.
- Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues and preventing negative reviews or feedback.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of food and beverage service standards and led by example to instill in new servers.
Daycare Assistant
KDA Daycare
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Foerster Elementary
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
Server
True Food Kitchen
03.2016 - 11.2019
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Assistant Store Manager
Sprouts Farmer Market
07.2013 - 02.2016
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Associate/Assistant Manager
Marble Slab
12.2008 - 07.2013
- Managed a team of junior staff, providing guidance and mentorship to improve their performance and professional growth.
- Developed strong working relationships with cross-functional teams for enhanced collaboration and project success.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in all aspects of departmental work output.
- Mentored junior staff on project management techniques, resulting in increased efficiency and more successful project outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSkills
- Problem-solving
- Friendly
- Cheerful and energetic
- Approachable
- Punctual
- Daily routine organization
- Playful with children
- Dependable
- Engaging
- Crisis intervention
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Multitasking and organization
- Behavior management techniques
- Skilled in working with special needs children
- Classroom management
- Student monitoring
- Child development
- Reliable and punctual
- Instructional support
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Tilly’s
02.2022 - Current
Server Trainer
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
04.2021 - 02.2022
Daycare Assistant
KDA Daycare
09.2020 - 05.2021
Paraeducator, Special Education
Foerster Elementary
01.2020 - 05.2020
Server
True Food Kitchen
03.2016 - 11.2019
Assistant Store Manager
Sprouts Farmer Market
07.2013 - 02.2016
Associate/Assistant Manager
Marble Slab
12.2008 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Houston Community College
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