Danielle Colley
Centralia ,MO
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at Backyard Playschool, adept at fostering a safe learning environment and enhancing student motivation. Skilled in behavior management and parent-teacher communication, I effectively support learning while building positive relationships. Recognized for my ability to adapt quickly and maintain composure in high-pressure situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Backyard Playschool, Brandy Bradt
Sturgeon, MO
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Enhanced student motivation by recognizing and rewarding progress and achievements in timely manner.
- Fostered positive and supportive classroom atmosphere, encouraging student participation and confidence.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Helped the children complete large group activities.
- Changed diapers and monitored potties.
Cashier
Prengers
Hallsville, MO And Centralia, MO
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Stocked the shelf's with products from the truck
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Waitress
Allen Street Social
Centralia, MO
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Cashier
Prengers
Centralia, MO
11.2022 - 11.2023
- 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.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
Car Hop
Sonic
Centralia, MO
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Took orders and delivered food and beverages to customers in cars to provide quick and convenient customer service.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was given to customers.
- Delivered change and receipts to customers in cars to maintain accurate financial records and provide customers with correct change and proof of purchase.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.
- Operated headset communication system to take orders quickly and accurately from customers.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing prompt and friendly service.
Waitress
Pizza Hut
Centralia, MO
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
Waitress
Tex Reds
Centralia, MO
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Centralia High School
Centralia, MO05-2023
Skills
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Learning support
- Behavior modeling
- Safe learning environment
- Safety and supervision
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Backyard Playschool, Brandy Bradt
12.2024 - 02.2025
Cashier
Prengers
05.2024 - 12.2024
Waitress
Allen Street Social
11.2023 - 05.2024
Cashier
Prengers
11.2022 - 11.2023
Car Hop
Sonic
04.2022 - 10.2022
Waitress
Pizza Hut
02.2022 - 04.2022
Waitress
Tex Reds
01.2019 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Centralia High School