Amanda Schuster
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager/ Owner
Cosmic Bayou Chics
01.2019 - 08.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Homeschool Coordinator
Self
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
PTC Volunteer
Youngsville Middle School
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Helped with planning and implementation of school fundraisers to bring in needed monies for school.
Classroom Volunteer
Rosepine Head Start
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Provided general assistance to classroom teachers by distributing paperwork and cleaning up play areas.
- Made copies to assist teacher in preparing future lessons.
- Oversaw special activities and monitored students during field trips.
- Acted as President of parent committee for Vernon Parish
- Performed monthly meetings at school Board Office
- Spent over 180 hours volunteering
Owner/ Massage Therapist
Amanda's Essential Kneads
01.2008 - 05.2014
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
- Registered and managed case files, detailed notes and progress on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborated with physical therapists and other medical professionals to provide holistic care.
- Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
Education
Diploma - Massage Therapy
Louisiana School of Massage Therapy
Lake Charles, LA11.2006
High School Diploma -
Rosepine High School
Rosepine, La05.2000
Skills
- Multitasking
- Basic Computer Skills
- Data Entry
- Typing Speed and Accuracy
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Problem Solving
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Student Engagement
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Strong Work Ethic
- Dependable
Timeline
Manager/ Owner
Cosmic Bayou Chics
01.2019 - 08.2023
Homeschool Coordinator
Self
08.2015 - 05.2019
PTC Volunteer
Youngsville Middle School
08.2014 - 05.2015
Classroom Volunteer
Rosepine Head Start
08.2013 - 05.2014
Owner/ Massage Therapist
Amanda's Essential Kneads
01.2008 - 05.2014
Diploma - Massage Therapy
Louisiana School of Massage Therapy
High School Diploma -
Rosepine High School