Andjiana McAllister
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Knowledgeable Student talented at learning quickly and adding value to any team. Strong history of successful projects using leadership, communication and teamwork to complete tasks. Solid academic achievement paired with demonstrated commitment and integrity.
Compassionate Job Coach known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in career counseling, resume building, and interview preparation techniques. Excel in communication, empathy, and motivational strategies to guide clients toward achieving employment goals. Committed to leveraging these skills to support job seekers in navigating the job market successfully.
Knowledgeable Substitute Teacher committed to sharing knowledge and adapting lessons to allow children to succeed. Well-educated in identifying instructional methods and materials and creating classroom environment conducive to learning. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
St Louis, MO
01.2024 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
- Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
- Facilitated discussions to encourage critical thinking and student engagement.
- Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
- Communicated with head teacher to execute priorities for school day and ongoing lesson plans.
- Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
- Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
- Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
- Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
- Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
Summer Job Coach
United Cerebral Palsy Heartland
St Louis, MO
06.2023 - Current
- Coached clients on appropriate workplace behavior and expectations.
- Assisted participants in understanding how their disability affects their ability to work.
- Facilitated workshops on topics such as communication skills, problem solving, and conflict resolution.
- Created a supportive environment for job seekers to practice interviewing techniques.
- Provided assistance to job seekers in developing career goals and objectives.
- Participated in training sessions related to job coaching best practices.
- Developed and implemented individualized action plans for clients seeking employment.
- Provided emotional support throughout the entire process of finding suitable employment.
- Collaborated with other professionals involved in providing services to job seekers.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided to each client including progress notes and case histories.
- Identified barriers that prevent individuals from securing employment or advancing their careers.
- Conducted individualized assessments of client abilities, interests, and needs.
- Gathered work behaviors and productivity data to fulfill reporting requirements.
- Collaborated with employers to create job opportunities suited to clients' abilities and needs.
- Traveled to work locations to provide hands-on training, direct supervision and support to participants.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
Cashier Sales Associate
Dollar Tree, Inc.
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
- Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
Teacher
Jumpstart learning center
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
Cashier/Customer Service Representative
The Home Depot Inc
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Established or identified prices of goods and services and tabulated bills with optical price scanners and cash registers.
- Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
- Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
- Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MOSkills
- Performance Assessments
- Group and individual instruction
- Job search training
- Job search planning
- Job Skill Building
- Skill Development
- Community Networking
- Data Gathering
- Course Materials Development
- Attention to Detail
- Program Monitoring and Tracking
- Team Exercises
- Training Method Development
- Orientation and Onboarding
- Effective Communication
- Needs Assessment
- Strategic Planning
- Relationship Building
- Classroom experience
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Special Needs Clientele
- Public Speaking
- Professionalism
- Group Instruction
- Employee Relations
Certification
- Substitute Teaching Certificate
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- FCSR Certified
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
01.2024 - Current
Summer Job Coach
United Cerebral Palsy Heartland
06.2023 - Current
Cashier Sales Associate
Dollar Tree, Inc.
01.2022 - 10.2022
Teacher
Jumpstart learning center
05.2021 - 06.2022
Cashier/Customer Service Representative
The Home Depot Inc
04.2019 - 05.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Saint Louis University