ELAINE DURDEN
Macon,US
Summary
I have excellent communication and coordination skills demonstrated through previous classroom experience. Compassionate, professional and committed to student learning and overall wellbeing. Quick to jump in and help with student or administrative needs. I am knowledgeable about program referrals, paperwork coordination and recordkeeping and I have good relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. I have an excellent history of running smooth, accurate registers, keeping merchandise stocked and maintaining cleanliness. Offering experience in FOH and BOH roles. I am well-organized and dependable with unparalleled dedication to team success, business operations and customer loyalty.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Northside Prep Learning Center
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
Waitress/Cook
Jeneane's At Pinebrook
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Created customer and employee loyalty by implementing effective operational strategies
- Followed proper cleaning, sanitizing, and food handling procedures to maintain optimal protections for customers
- Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests
- Disinfected the kitchen area, which included the floors, work tables, tools, and equipment
- Assisted with the setup and service of multiple food stations, as well as the final cleanup.
Cashier/Server
Chick-fil-A
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Kept drawers accurate, current, and secure by checking bills for counterfeit markers, storing large bills, and keeping adequate change
- Provided assistance to visitors by quickly resolving their questions and concerns
- Kept the restaurant looking presentable by closely monitoring and meeting the needs of customers and team members
- Replenished supplies behind the counter, at tables, and in customer stations to keep the team productive and customers happy
- Checked orders for accuracy and delivered food to dine-in, carry-out, and curbside customers
- Provided each guest with a memorable experience in order to increase loyalty and encourage repeat business
- Wrapped and bagged items for customers to protect them from damage and make them easier to transport.
Nursery Worker
Christ Chapel Macon
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Created age-appropriate activities and programs for children ranging in age
- Positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents helped me maintain group discipline
- Planned and participated in leisure activities such as games and puzzles.
Assistant Teacher
Big Blue Marble Academy Peake Road
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Managed all classroom assignments, student needs, and record-keeping
- Created and implemented classroom routines to meet the needs of various students
- Recommended and implemented appropriate solutions, sanctions, and discipline for non-compliance with rules and standards for student performance and behavior
- Worked with students of all ages and abilities to help them develop lifelong learning skills and study habits.
Student Affairs Assistant
Wesleyan College
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with customers to determine their needs and deliver service
- Solved issues, improved operations, and provided excellent customer service
- Organized physical files and digitized records so that authorized team members could update and retrieve them quickly
- Was in charge of day-to-day office operations as well as equipment maintenance
- Routed incoming calls and faxes and wrote detailed messages to speed up response.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Middle Georgia State University
12.2023
Some college (No degree) -
Wesleyan College
Macon, GAHigh School -
Jones County High School
Gray, GA01.2016
Skills
- Customer service
- Time management skills
- Quick learner
- Excellent communication
- Creative problem solving
- Cash Handling
- Outgoing and enthusiastic
- Cleanliness
- Adaptability
- First Aid/CPR
- MS Office
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Northside Prep Learning Center
07.2022 - 01.2024
Waitress/Cook
Jeneane's At Pinebrook
12.2021 - 02.2022
Cashier/Server
Chick-fil-A
11.2018 - 12.2020
Assistant Teacher
Big Blue Marble Academy Peake Road
04.2018 - 07.2018
Student Affairs Assistant
Wesleyan College
08.2016 - 12.2016
Nursery Worker
Christ Chapel Macon
06.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Middle Georgia State University
Some college (No degree) -
Wesleyan College
High School -
Jones County High School
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