Areonna Dobbins
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.Attentive and passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.
Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Devoted professional proactively and quickly identifies best course of action for given scenarios. Confident handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organized approach to work. Strong advocate for those in need and committed to providing best possible service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean Of Students
Kelloggsville Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
- Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
- Coordinated outreach events to bring in parents, family members and community at large to support students.
- Helped teachers develop and diversify instruction to better serve students of different skill levels and backgrounds
- Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent relations initiatives
- Managed assemblies to recognize student achievement
Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
12.2014 - Current
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Supported needs of 5+ - person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality
Childcare Worker
Grand Rapids Public School
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Dedicated 3 years working closely with neurodiverse children at various levels.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI05.2020
Skills
- Core Knowledge Sequence
- Faculty Development
- Communication
- Relationship Building
- Task Prioritization
- Organization and Time Management
- Microsoft Word
- Multitasking Abilities
- Cultural Awareness
Timeline
Dean Of Students
Kelloggsville Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
Childcare Worker
Grand Rapids Public School
08.2018 - 06.2020
Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
12.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Grand Valley State University
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