Desha Hunter
Farmersburg,IN
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic professional with strong skills in customer service, cash handling, and payment processing. Highly organized with keen attention to detail, eager to learn and contribute to a positive work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Assistant
Steps of Faith
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in preparing nutritious snacks for children while adhering to dietary restrictions when necessary.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Supported the development of gross motor skills through the facilitation of outdoor playtime and structured physical activities.
- Promoted early literacy skills by conducting engaging story-time sessions and implementing phonics-based activities.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
Waitress
Flesor's Candy Kitchen
10.2021 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Classroom Aide
Pace Community Action Agency
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering strong relationships with students and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Reduced teacher workload by grading assignments, quizzes, and tests, providing timely feedback to students.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by providing individualized support and assistance during class activities.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
Cashier
Menards
02.2020 - 12.2020
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
Farmersburg, IN08-2019
Skills
- Multitasking
- Safety procedures
- Teamwork
- Organizational skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Continuous improvement
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher communication
- Health and safety
- Attention to detail
- Outdoor play supervision
- Strong work ethic and dependable
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Preschool Assistant
Steps of Faith
07.2024 - Current
Waitress
Flesor's Candy Kitchen
10.2021 - 06.2023
Classroom Aide
Pace Community Action Agency
01.2021 - 08.2021
Cashier
Menards
02.2020 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
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