AMBER STEWART
Livonia,LA
Summary
Experienced in customer service, caregiving, and education. Managed transactions, supervised staff, and improved customer satisfaction. Specialized in care planning and building strong client relationships. Dedicated to excellent service.
Background in substitute teaching with effective classroom management, student engagement, and adaptability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2025 - Current
- Assessed student needs and tailored individualized education plans to improve engagement and academic performance.
- Supported teachers in implementing effective classroom management strategies and instructional techniques.
- Facilitated dialogue between students, educators, and parents to ensure comprehensive support for academic success.
- Designed and implemented behavior management techniques aimed at fostering constructive student relationships.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and instructional activities.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Cashier/Cook
LA Express
Livonia, LA
09.2023 - 07.2025
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at LA Express.
- Provided friendly and attentive service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean and organized checkout area to enhance customer experience.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Maintained the cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted 50 clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and progress reports.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client status and needs.
Caregiver
Legacy Home Health Agency
Aransas Pass, TX
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Head Cashier
Lowe's
Aransas Pass, TX
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Trained, mentored and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
- Performed store opening, closing and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Educated employees on register use, merchandising and customer service.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
- Resolved escalated customer disputes with special actions such as discounts.
- Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
Cashier
Stripes Convenience Store
Aransas Pass, TX
01.2015 - 02.2018
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Contributed to the store's sales goals by actively promoting special offers, rewards programs, and additional products or services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aransas Pass High School
Aransas Pass, TX05.2014
Kinesiology
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TXKinesiology
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- People attentiveness
- Care planning
- Critical thinking
- Social perceptiveness
- Customer relations
- Transaction management
- Staff supervision
- Verbal and written communication
- Customer retention
- Detail orientation
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
09.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
08.2025 - 09.2025
Cashier/Cook
LA Express
09.2023 - 07.2025
Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
04.2022 - 07.2023
Caregiver
Legacy Home Health Agency
03.2020 - 04.2022
Head Cashier
Lowe's
02.2018 - 03.2020
Cashier
Stripes Convenience Store
01.2015 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Aransas Pass High School
Kinesiology
Texas Woman's University
Kinesiology
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi