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Ciara Peckham

Albion,MI

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong background in education and customer service, notably at Marshall Public Schools. Skilled in behavior management and effective communication, I excel in fostering a safe and engaging learning environment. Proven ability to support diverse student needs while maintaining classroom organization and promoting positive behavior.


Professional retail worker with solid experience and readiness for this role. Adept at handling transactions, providing exceptional customer service, and maintaining clean and organized workspace. Strong focus on teamwork and adapting to changing needs to achieve results. Reliable, efficient, and capable of building positive customer relationships. Experienced with cash handling, customer service, and transaction processing in fast-paced retail settings. Utilizes strong communication skills and attention to detail to ensure customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Track record of maintaining accuracy and resolving conflicts smoothly.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Marshall Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
  • Oversee students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improve classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervise students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhance student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Implement behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
  • Keep classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.

Cashier

Label Shopper
07.2019 - 05.2024
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft at checkout.

Lead Infant Room Teacher

Presbyterian Center for Children
09.2011 - 06.2018
  • Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
  • Maintained confidentiality of children, family information and staff.
  • Planned and executed appropriate schedule and activities for children each day, creating fun, engaging and exciting learning environment by singing songs and reading to children.
  • Cultivated professional relationships with parents and families, establishing availability for parent conferences when necessary.
  • Coordinated special events and activities for infants and their families, such as holiday celebrations or milestone celebrations.
  • Continuously evaluated progress of each infant to ensure appropriate developmental milestones were achieved.
  • Improved emotional well-being of infants by providing consistent care, attention, and affection.
  • Ensured safe and nurturing environment for infants by maintaining clean and organized spaces.
  • Created a warm and welcoming atmosphere in the classroom, leading to increased parent satisfaction with the center.
  • Encouraged positive behavior among infants through gentle guidance, redirection techniques, and consistent expectations.
  • Strengthened cognitive skills by introducing sensory experiences like soft music or tactile objects during playtime.
  • Maintained accurate records of each infant''s daily activities, meals, diaper changes, and other pertinent information for parent communication.

Sales Associate/Cashier

Family Dollar
11.2011 - 02.2018
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.

Education

No Degree - Buisness Administration

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Albion High School
Albion, MI
05-2011

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Data collection
  • Classroom organization
  • Patient
  • CPR and first aid
  • Student health and safety
  • Documentation
  • Emotional support
  • Customer service
  • Work ethic and integrity
  • Patience and empathy
  • Time management skills
  • Cash handling
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service excellence
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Professionalism and courtesy
  • Product restocking
  • Refunds and exchanges
  • Cash drawer balancing
  • POS system operations

Timeline

Cashier

Label Shopper
07.2019 - 05.2024

Paraprofessional

Marshall Public Schools
08.2018 - Current

Sales Associate/Cashier

Family Dollar
11.2011 - 02.2018

Lead Infant Room Teacher

Presbyterian Center for Children
09.2011 - 06.2018

No Degree - Buisness Administration

Michigan State University

High School Diploma -

Albion High School

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