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Amaya Stlaurent

Knoxville,TN

Summary

University of Tennessee student, motivated, willing to learn and hardworking. Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Professional educator with significant experience in fostering learning environments. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Reliable, adaptable, and ready to support dynamic educational needs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hostess

Woodruffs
08.2022 - Current
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.

Assistant Teacher

Chesterbrook Academy
06.2020 - 07.2022
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.

Cook/Cashier

Moe's Southwest Grill
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Ran the grill, made burritos for customers, and worked the register, in a timely and professional manner
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
05-2025

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Customer service
  • Stocking
  • Customer support
  • Organizational skills
  • Teaching
  • Childcare
  • Toddler Care
  • Classroom Management
  • Communication skills
  • Host/hostess experience
  • Restaurant experience
  • Food service
  • Guest relations
  • Effective multitasking
  • Patience and empathy
  • Interactive communication skills

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Certification

  • In progress: Certified Teacher (CT) - National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
  • First Aid Certification

Timeline

Hostess

Woodruffs
08.2022 - Current

Cook/Cashier

Moe's Southwest Grill
09.2021 - 11.2021

Assistant Teacher

Chesterbrook Academy
06.2020 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Amaya Stlaurent