Cassidy Walsh
Massapequa
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional providing exceptional customer service in both restaurant and retail settings. Excelled in building relationships and maintaining safety, showcasing strong interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated reliability and a professional demeanor across diverse roles, including caregiving and pet care, with a focus on achieving positive outcomes and exceeding expectations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Maplewood School & Summer Program
Wantagh
03.2025 - Current
- Supported the lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Assisted preschoolers with personal care needs.
- Assisted lead teacher with classroom activities, such as arts and crafts projects, storytelling time, and outdoor play.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Helped to implement positive behavior management strategies in the classroom.
- Instructed students on usage and care of equipment to prevent injuries.
- Provided support for individual students who needed extra help with their work.
- Assisted in preparing materials for activities according to the teacher.
- Encouraged social interactions between children through cooperative play activities.
- Took class attendance and recorded absences.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Read stories aloud to groups of children while engaging them in discussion about characters, plotlines.
- Observed student behavior in order to identify any potential issues or concerns.
- Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
- Maintained a clean and orderly classroom environment throughout the day.
Babysitter
Self
Massapequa
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Displayed patience and understanding when dealing with difficult situations.
- Entertained and engaged with child using games, crafts, and other activities.
- Remained alert at all times to ensure the safety of child under my supervision.
- Built strong relationship with family through open communication and trustworthiness.
- Acted as a role model for children by providing emotional support and guidance.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors from the children.
- Administered medications per parent instruction.
- Assisted in daily living tasks such as toileting, eating, dressing.
- Provided safe transportation to extra-curricular activities.
Dog Walker
Self
Massapequa
03.2022 - 03.2025
- Followed safe and responsible dog walking practices.
- Provided personalized dog walking services to customers, ensuring their pets received the necessary exercise and attention.
- Maintained any special instructions from clients.
- Monitored dogs for any signs of distress and responded proactively.
- Attracted new clients through referrals and word-of-mouth marketing.
- Implemented leash training techniques for puppies and untrained dogs.
- Communicated effectively with pet owners about their dog's progress and any recommendations.
Server
TGI Fridays
Massapequa
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while interacting with clients, providing detailed updates on each walk.
- Checked in with guests throughout meal service, replenishing drinks and catering to additional requests.
- Cleaned and sanitized hands and surfaces to optimize food safety and comply with health department regulations.
- Processed payments and completed register transactions accurately.
- Used focus and memorization skills to keep track of tables and remember orders.
- Resolved customer complaints and inquiries in a timely manner.
- Encouraged guests to buy additional items such as appetizers, drinks, and desserts to increase restaurant sales.
- Attended company and restaurant required trainings and meetings, improving skills.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
- Utilized teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff during busy periods.
- Answered telephones to take reservations or to-go orders.
- Set up linens, dishes, and silverware to prepare tables for customers.
- Swept and mopped floors and removed trash.
- Filled condiment, salt, and pepper, and napkin containers.
- Persuaded or influenced guest purchase by enticing with higher margin items and add-ons.
Stylist Sales Associate
Windsor Women's Clothing and Fashion
Massapequa
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Prioritized multiple tasks in dynamic environment and stayed calm and composed.
- Used good communication skills to reduce guest dissatisfaction.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills by efficiently restocking shelves and keeping merchandise neat and orderly.
- Collaborated effectively with other team members to ensure customer satisfaction was achieved.
- Developed creative visual displays that attractively showcased merchandise for maximum appeal.
- Demonstrated a high level of accuracy when handling money or entering data into computer system.
- Alerted customers of upcoming sales events and promotions to boost sales.
- Created positive relationships with customers through friendly interactions during each transaction.
- Performed cashier duties including processing payments, issuing receipts, and balancing cash drawer at end of shift.
- Assisted customers with shopping by providing wardrobe advice, product recommendations and access to exclusive sales.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Disability Studies
NCC
Garden City12.2024
Skills
- Honest and trustworthy
- Patience and calmness
- Punctual and reliable
- Safety awareness
- Customer service
- Valid Driver's license
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professional demeanor
- Interpersonal skills
- Visual schedules
- Autism experience
- Routine development
- Child supervision
- Positive reinforcement
- Disability advocacy
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Maplewood School & Summer Program
03.2025 - Current
Babysitter
Self
09.2024 - 03.2025
Dog Walker
Self
03.2022 - 03.2025
Server
TGI Fridays
10.2020 - 04.2021
Stylist Sales Associate
Windsor Women's Clothing and Fashion
07.2019 - 03.2020
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Disability Studies
NCC
Similar Profiles
Robert NolanRobert Nolan
Camp Counselor at Maplewood School And Summer ProgramCamp Counselor at Maplewood School And Summer Program
Torah DowningTorah Downing
Childcare Assistant at Hesed After School and Summer ProgramChildcare Assistant at Hesed After School and Summer Program
Luke MaloneLuke Malone
Service Leader Intern (SLI) Floater at Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) Freedom School Summer ProgramService Leader Intern (SLI) Floater at Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) Freedom School Summer Program