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Gabrielle Teesatuskie

Cherokee,NC

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in project planning and social perceptiveness, honed across roles from Teacher Assistant at Qualla Boundy Headstart to Supervisor at Kampgrounds of America. Excelled in training & development, enhancing team performance by over 30%. Skilled in Google Drive and adept at fostering team building, I bring a blend of analytical thinking and effective communication to drive success. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. A committed student eager to leverage exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in a professional setting. Possesses experience in data entry and money handling. Capable of quickly memorizing product details and fostering strong customer relationships. Motivated high school student with a track record of academic excellence looking for part-time work. Intends to develop professional work experience utilizing excellent communication and time management skills. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development. Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Qualla Boundy Headstart

Teacher Assitant
Cherokee , Nc
03.2021 - Current
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
  • Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
  • Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
  • Conducted literature and resource research to support classroom projects.
  • Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
  • Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Observed student performance in order to assess progress towards academic goals.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum standards.
  • Scheduled teaching observations to receive supervisor feedback about teaching performance.
  • Graded assignments and exams in a timely and fair manner.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
  • Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
  • Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
  • Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
  • Graded exams, assignments and essays and recorded grades.
  • Helped teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies including hands-on activities and technology integration.

Youth Development Professional

cyc cherokee youth center
Cherokee, NC
05.2019 - 01.2020
  • Engaged with youth in recreational, treatment-focused and educational activities to encourage growth and interpersonal skill development.
  • Maintained safe and therapeutic environment by monitoring, supervising and engaging youth in daily routines and programming.
  • Assisted with developing goals and improvement plans for each objective.
  • Empowered patients and families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on own behalf.
  • Planned guidance and counseling programs to meet identified priorities and program objectives.
  • Worked closely with disabled or impoverished individuals to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.
  • Organized recreational activities such as sports tournaments, movie nights, field trips, and other events.
  • Advocated for at-risk youth individuals and promoted helpful resources and programs to foster progress.
  • Monitored progress of youth in order to evaluate program effectiveness.
  • Assisted in identifying any mental health issues within the group which may require further intervention.
  • Conducted individual counseling sessions with youth when necessary.

Tribal Transit Driver

tribal transit
Cherokee, NC
03.2017 - 01.2020
  • Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking vehicles, providing directions, information and assistance as necessary.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Informed passengers of upcoming stops and transfer points in a clear manner using public address system onboard the vehicle.
  • Reported delays or accidents.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted routes accordingly for optimal performance.
  • Kept bus orderly with strong control over passenger behaviors.
  • Answered questions and provided insight into local attractions and facility amenities.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations such as accidents or medical emergencies on board the vehicle.
  • Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
  • Deescalated verbal altercations and fights between passengers.
  • Collected fares and provided route updates and schedule information.
  • Cleaned, refueled and maintained vehicles to prevent delays and breakdowns.
  • Inspected vehicles and checked gas, oil and water levels prior to departure.
  • Assisted disabled passengers in loading and unloading wheelchairs onto the lift equipment safely and securely prior to departure from stop location.

Cashier Manager

Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Resort
Cherokee , NC
04.2015 - 09.2017
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Evaluated current processes, identified areas for improvement and implemented solutions accordingly.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Trained employees on cash drawer operations and customer service protocols to carry out assigned tasks.
  • Managed and trained cashiers on proper cash handling procedures.

Server

Harrah's Casino
Cherokee , NC
08.2015 - 05.2017
  • I made plans for the night shift.

  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Garnished dishes and beverages to serve visually appealing menu items.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.

Supervisor of Koa

Kampgrounds of America
Cherokee, NC
03.2012 - 11.2015
  • over 13 employees
  • made schedules
  • checked after all employees
  • ordered suplies for houskeeping and part of maitence
  • delt with guest from difficult times and good times
  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
  • Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
  • Audited company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.
  • Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
  • Coordinated with other department supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and project alignment.
  • Analyzed company's expenditures and developed financial models.

Manager's Assistant

golan perez Cherokees best crafts
Cherokee , Nc
01.2009 - 06.2015
  • Set up and run stores.
  • had 6 employees
  • have to order from whole sellers
  • greet and make guest feel welcome
  • sell product in store
  • make scheduals an pay roll
  • Coordinated special projects such as company events, workshops or team-building exercises.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders when necessary.
  • Organized and scheduled meetings, conferences, travel arrangements, and other administrative activities.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill level and maximize team performance.

Housekeeping

cherokee great smokies inn an suites
Cherokee , Nc
07.2012 - 02.2014
  • clean and make up rooms for next guest
  • do laundry
  • help guest when having questions about and around town
  • pan meetings in better guest services

Education

GED -

Cornerstone Christian Accadyme
Georgia
05-2024

Skills

  • Project planning
  • Social perceptiveness
  • Active listening
  • Planning
  • Verbal communication
  • Problem resolution
  • Training & Development
  • Research
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Networking
  • Public speaking
  • Google drive
  • Team building
  • Data management

Timeline

Qualla Boundy Headstart

Teacher Assitant
03.2021 - Current

Youth Development Professional

cyc cherokee youth center
05.2019 - 01.2020

Tribal Transit Driver

tribal transit
03.2017 - 01.2020

Server

Harrah's Casino
08.2015 - 05.2017

Cashier Manager

Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Resort
04.2015 - 09.2017

Housekeeping

cherokee great smokies inn an suites
07.2012 - 02.2014

Supervisor of Koa

Kampgrounds of America
03.2012 - 11.2015

Manager's Assistant

golan perez Cherokees best crafts
01.2009 - 06.2015

GED -

Cornerstone Christian Accadyme
Gabrielle Teesatuskie