Cheyanne Sturgill
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Aide well-versed in classroom management and instructional staff support. Inspired to help foster welcoming and inspiring learning environments for special education students. Committed to student development to support student needs and inform curriculum development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Talkback Pediatric Therapy Inc.
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
Server
Raffertys
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
The Youth Academy
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Established safe play environment for children.
- Consistently enforced disciplinary limits for structured environment conducive to learning.
- Offered well-balanced and nutritious menu options.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared and ready to work.
- Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
- Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
- Helped children put on coats, gloves and other cold-weather items in preparation for outdoor activities.
- Maintained childcare center schedule in alignment with parent needs.
Cashier
Food City
09.2014 - 07.2015
- 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.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
Child Care Attendant
Golds Gym Knoxville
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
Cashier
Food City
01.2012 - 07.2013
- 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.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
Cashier
Dollar General
05.2011 - 07.2012
- 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.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
Education
No Degree - Public Health
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TNNo Degree - Undecided
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TNHigh School Diploma -
Volunteer Comprehensive High School
Church Hill, TN05.2013
Skills
- Development of Social Skills
- Behavior Management
- Student Behavior Management
- Positive Interactions
- Navigational Skills
- Money Handling
- Refunds and Exchanges
- Issue Resolution
- Credit and Cash Transactions
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Childcare Expertise
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Talkback Pediatric Therapy Inc.
12.2021 - 10.2022
Server
Raffertys
07.2016 - 07.2017
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
The Youth Academy
02.2016 - 02.2017
Cashier
Food City
09.2014 - 07.2015
Child Care Attendant
Golds Gym Knoxville
08.2014 - 05.2015
Cashier
Food City
01.2012 - 07.2013
Cashier
Dollar General
05.2011 - 07.2012
No Degree - Public Health
East Tennessee State University
No Degree - Undecided
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
High School Diploma -
Volunteer Comprehensive High School
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