Alyson Berger
MAHWAH
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite young minds. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Focused and diligent professional.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher
Peace Through Play Nursery School
Spring Valley
05.2022 - Current
- Facilitate interactive play sessions to promote social skills and teamwork among children.
- Implement classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment that supports learning experiences.
- Prepare and maintain classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Supervise students throughout day, both inside and outside.
- Enforce school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Create and enforce child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Participate in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Remain calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
Veterinary Receptionist
Banfield Animal Hospital
Wilmington
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed client appointments and scheduling for veterinary consultations.
- Provided exceptional customer service to pet owners during clinic visits.
- Coordinated patient records and maintained accurate filing systems.
- Assisted veterinarians with patient check-ins and intake processes.
- Handled telephone inquiries and responded to client questions effectively.
- Processed payments and managed financial transactions for services rendered.
- Assisted veterinarians with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and maintaining patient files.
- Checked in patients prior to their appointment with the veterinarian or technician.
- Followed up with clients after their visits to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while handling animals in the facility.
- Straightened up waiting room to maintain neat and organized space.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Receptionist
Pups Play and Stay Grooming
Wilmington
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Greeted clients and pets upon arrival to create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed appointment schedules using grooming software to optimize service flow.
- Answered phone calls and addressed client inquiries about services and pricing.
- Coordinated with groomers to ensure timely service delivery for all appointments.
- Processed payments and maintained accurate financial records for transactions.
- Maintained cleanliness of reception area, ensuring a professional environment for clients.
- Assisted in training new reception staff on procedures and customer service standards.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJ 09.2005 - 05.2007
Clarkstown High School South
West Nyack, NYSkills
- Social-emotional learning
- Problem solving
- Classroom instruction
- Fundraising
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Interactive teaching and learning
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Peace Through Play Nursery School
05.2022 - Current
Veterinary Receptionist
Banfield Animal Hospital
08.2021 - 02.2022
Receptionist
Pups Play and Stay Grooming
09.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Ramapo College of New Jersey
09.2005 - 05.2007
Clarkstown High School South