Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Audrey Orona

Lubbock,TX

Summary

Compassionate Lead Daycare Teacher known for maintaining high productivity and efficiently completing tasks. Skilled in creating engaging educational activities, managing classroom behavior, and fostering safe learning environments. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration with parents and colleagues for optimal child development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Daycare Teacher

LTCA
Lubbock, TX
04.2025 - Current
  • Communicated daily with parents, addressing concerns and explaining concepts to children clearly.
  • Resolved customer issues empathetically by validating parental concerns and clarifying policies.
  • Managed conflicts effectively and adapted in unexpected situations with composure.
  • Regulated emotions while handling tantrums and aggressive behavior in high-energy settings.
  • Built trust with children and parents through collaborative projects and events.
  • Organized multiple children and activities by adhering to strict schedules.
  • Caught small mistakes or unfinished tasks by leveraging attention to detail.

Practiced empathy, conflict resolution, multitasking, and active listening consistently.

Hostess Manager

Saltgrass Steakhouse
Lubbock, TX
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Managed inventory of supplies such as menus, condiments, linens.
  • Maintained records of reservations, cancellations, special requests, no-shows.
  • Trained new hostesses in customer service and job duties.
  • Resolved any complaints or issues with customers quickly and professionally.
  • Ensured that all guests received prompt, courteous attention from the hostesses.
  • Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
  • Settled disputes or helped solve other customer concerns.

Waitress

Olive Garden - Darden Restaurants
Midland, TX
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Demonstrated knowledge of wine selection, pairings, vintages.
  • Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
  • Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
  • Provided accurate change for cash transactions using a cash register system.
  • Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Prepared checks accurately and processed payments promptly.
  • Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers.
  • Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Midland High School
Midland, TX
05-2019

Some College (No Degree) -

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

Skills

  • Child development
  • Curriculum planning
  • Behavior management
  • Classroom organization
  • Parent communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Customer service
  • Event coordination
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Emotional regulation
  • Multitasking capabilities
  • Type Speed of 40wpm
  • Administrative duties
  • Scheduling

Accomplishments

In 2019 I received a sales award for above expectation wine sales and selling the most expensive wine in the store.

Certification

  • CPR certified 5/10/25
  • Certified nutritional coach through ISSA

Timeline

Lead Daycare Teacher

LTCA
04.2025 - Current

Hostess Manager

Saltgrass Steakhouse
01.2020 - 05.2020

Waitress

Olive Garden - Darden Restaurants
02.2019 - 12.2019

High School Diploma -

Midland High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Texas Tech University