Amanda Duesbury
Brooklyn
Summary
Experience in retail sales for 10+ years, currently looking for a career change. Assistant Teacher passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Friends Of Crown Heights Day Care Centers
04.2024 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
Sales Associate
Dollar Tree Stores
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Assistant Manager
DeJaneiro Stores
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organize store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Associate
Panera Bread
01.2012 - 07.2013
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating effective communication across departments and teams.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
Medgar Evers College
01.2016
Associates of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kingsborough Community College
01.2014
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Small Group Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Behavior Management
- Oral communication
- Lesson Planning
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Friends Of Crown Heights Day Care Centers
04.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Dollar Tree Stores
08.2023 - 03.2024
Assistant Manager
DeJaneiro Stores
02.2019 - 01.2020
Associate
Panera Bread
01.2012 - 07.2013
Associates of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kingsborough Community College
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
Medgar Evers College
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