Elisha Burns
SMS Systems Maintenance Services Inc.
Jeffersonville,IN
11
years of professional experience
Experienced cafeteria monitor and custodian with a strong record of maintaining safe, orderly environments through patience, leadership, and calm de-escalation. Skilled in teamwork, food safety, and cleaning and sanitizing.
Work History
Cafeteria Monitor
4 Years 6 Months- Enforced school lunchroom rules and redirected inappropriate conduct with calm, consistent guidance.
- Supervised student behavior during lunch periods, maintaining safe and orderly a safe and orderly cafeteria environment.
- Monitored cafeteria traffic flow, supporting smooth seating, dismissal, and cleanup routines.
- Assisted younger students with cafeteria expectations, trays, and waste disposal procedures.
- Modeled respectful interactions, reinforcing positive cafeteria conduct and student responsibility.
Custodian
4 Years 9 Months- Sanitized restrooms, break areas, and high-touch surfaces to support health and safety standards.
- Operated floor care equipment for sweeping, mopping, stripping, and buffing hard surfaces.
- Performed daily cleaning duties across facilities, maintaining safe, sanitary, and orderly workspaces.
- Inspected assigned areas regularly, identifying maintenance issues and reporting repair needs promptly.
- Managed waste removal, recycling, and supply restocking to keep operations running smoothly.
- Followed safety procedures and chemical handling guidelines to prevent hazards and ensure compliance.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
Cafeteria Monitor
3 Years 8 Months- Communicated behavior concerns to staff, ensuring prompt response to student needs.
- Managed table sanitation processes to maintain hygiene standards and sanitation checks to support safe eating areas.
- Documented incidents and followed school procedures for safety, supervision, and student accountability.
- Collaborated with school staff to develop strategies for maintaining a positive cafeteria environment.
Substitute Teacher/ Para
1 Year 8 Months- Managed classroom instruction using lesson plans and maintained continuity during teacher absences.
- Enforced classroom rules and redirected behavior to sustain a productive a productive a learning environment.
- Supervised students during transitions, recess, and lunch periods to ensure safety and order.
- Adapted teaching approach to match grade-level needs and support diverse learning styles.
- Built rapport with students quickly to encourage participation and minimize disruption.
- Collaborated with office staff and faculty to follow school procedures and schedule changes.
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Conflict resolution
Cleaning and sanitizing
De-escalation techniques
Sanitation practices
Student engagement
Leadership qualities
Patience and tolerance
Timeline
Cafeteria Monitor
Franklin Square Elemanrty
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
Custodian
SMS Systems Maintenance Services Inc.
02.2022 - CurrentRead More
Cafeteria Monitor
Bridgepoint Elemanrty
09.2017 - 05.2021Read More
Substitute Teacher/ Para
Cassi
09.2015 - 05.2017Read More
Restoration Christian
High School Diploma
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