Chris Vandien
Bronx,New York
Summary
Developed skills in educational settings focused on student engagement and classroom management. Transitioning into new field with background in creating structured and supportive learning environments. Seeking opportunities to apply communication and organizational skills in dynamic and collaborative setting.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Group Worker
Neighborhood Initiatives Development Corporation
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
Host
International House Of Pancakes
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
Summer Camp Counselor
Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for all campers, promoting teamwork and respect among peers.
- Increased camper satisfaction by consistently providing a high level of enthusiasm and energy throughout daily activities and special events.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
New York, NY06.2026
High School Diploma -
The Cinema School
Bronx, New York06.2023
Skills
- Goal Oriented
- Critical Thinking
- Child Development
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Customer Service
- Team Collaboration
- POS Software
- Phone Etiquette
- Beverage Preparation
- Patience and Empathy
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Group Worker
Neighborhood Initiatives Development Corporation
01.2024 - 08.2024
Host
International House Of Pancakes
12.2023 - 01.2024
Summer Camp Counselor
Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club
06.2023 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
High School Diploma -
The Cinema School
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