Hi, I’m
Danielle Sawyer
Alvin,TX
Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.
Helen Keller
Summary
Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams. Great team player but can also work alone and is a self starter who takes initiative and works hard to complete work goals/deadlines.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
1
Continuing Education-Early childhood development
1
Continuing Education-Social Emotional Development
1
Continuing Education-Special Needs
1
Continuing Education- Social Emotional Awareness
Work History
CIS
Site Coordinator
09.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Supervised staff of over 7 employees.
- Run an after school program for over 120 students grade 1-5.
- Direct point of contact with school officials and school administration regarding ACE program, tutoring and continuing education.
- Identified community resources and networked with local officials to coordinate.
- Accurately documented all data to TEA.
- Scheduled staff and volunteers to cover all necessary duties during planned events.
- Research and create thoroughly planned Lessons for Thematic Unit used for programs all over the county.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
JJ Fireworks
Accounts Manager
06.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Managed payroll operations for team of 10 employees.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
- Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
- Retrieve all permits for Fireworks business and file accordingly per location
- Input inventory data, run reports and compare outcomes to use for the next seasons deals.
Promiseland Preschool
Preschool Lead Teacher
03.2018 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Planned and prepared activities for pre school aged students.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
- Reviewed facility environment, removed concerns and optimized for children's safety.
BMS Construction
Front Desk Receptionist
10.2015 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data to protect customer and business information.
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
- Sorted and delivered mail and packages upon arrival to correct staff members and departments.
- Confirmed important personal and payment information for compliance with security and payment card industry standards.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
- Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
- Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.
- Balanced employee availability, customer schedules, and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.
- Helped office staff prepare reports and presentations for internal or client-related use.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Compiled information from files and research to satisfy information requests.
Legends Billards
Lead Bartender
03.2013 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Maintained Excellent customer service through many different nightly scenarios.
The Rendezvous
Bar Manager
04.2010 - 05.2013
Job overview
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
- Guaranteed optimal beverage stock by assessing inventory and collaborating with owners for corrective action planning to limit expenses.
- Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards, and productivity strategies, providing improvement over prior onboarding process.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
- Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
Pine Tree Assisted Living
Med Aide Supervisor
01.2007 - 05.2010
Job overview
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits and treatments in patient medical files.
- Prepared and delivered meals to patients, assisting with feeding when necessary.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
- Provided family members with general health education and tips for patient care.
- Transported patients to and from appointments, assisting with getting in and out of vehicles.
- Assisted patients with therapy exercises as specified by care team.
- Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Obtained patient or family member authorizations for tests and procedures.
- Answered patient inquiries and provided information about healthcare services.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
Education
Alvin Community CollegeAlvin, TX
Associate of Applied Science from General Studies
05.2011
Skills
- Risk Assessment
- Mentorship and Training
- Fine Motor Skills
- Improvement Implementation
- Site Evaluations
- Microsoft Office, power Point, Excel, Word
- Quick Books
- Staff Training
- Volunteer Scheduling
- Fundraising
- Serve Client Needs
- Workflow Planning
- School Administration
- Professional Relationships
- Outreach Activities
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Mentoring
- Team Leadership and Motivation
- Vendor Relations
- Work Site Preparation
- Creativity and Adaptability
- Remote Team Training
- EMR Systems
- Fiscal Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Fire and Health Department Permitting
- Program Oversight
- Financial Performance
- Public Safety and Security
- Report Preparation
- Project Requirements
- Sponsorship Promotion and Organization
- Community Outreach
- Event Registration Management
- Site Visits
- Inventory Control
- Oversee Program Operations
Certification
2 Certificates in Business Administration
Multiple certificates for Continuing Education
Availability
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Timeline
Site Coordinator
CIS
09.2021 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Promiseland Preschool
03.2018 - 06.2020
Accounts Manager
JJ Fireworks
06.2016 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
BMS Construction
10.2015 - 09.2016
Lead Bartender
Legends Billards
03.2013 - 08.2015
Bar Manager
The Rendezvous
04.2010 - 05.2013
Med Aide Supervisor
Pine Tree Assisted Living
01.2007 - 05.2010
Alvin Community College
Associate of Applied Science from General Studies