Graciette Hernandez
Chino Hills,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
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.
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
La Petite Academy Inc.
Diamond Bar, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Organized educational activities such as field trips and assemblies.
- Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Enforced rules for behavior and established expectations for student conduct in accordance with school guidelines.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs of individual students.
- Collaborated with other faculty members to plan lessons that promote critical thinking skills.
- Implemented strategies designed to help struggling learners understand difficult concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching techniques.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
Human Resources Assistant
Schamber Electric
Corona, CA
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring processes by conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, and completing reference checks.
- Maintained accurate records of employee information such as wages, performance reviews, benefits, leaves of absence.
- Organized and conducted new hire orientation sessions to introduce policies and procedures to employees.
- Provided guidance and support to management team on various HR matters such as compensation packages or employee handbook updates.
- Updated employee database with changes in job title, salary information or contact details.
- Compiled reports related to personnel activities such as attendance tracking, turnover rates, disciplinary actions.
- Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
- Guided new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR process.
- Assisted in administering employee benefit programs and worker's compensation plans.
Tax Preparer
H&r Block
Rialto, CA
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Prepared and reviewed tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations and trusts.
- Compiled data from clients to accurately complete tax forms.
- Identified potential deductions to minimize clients' tax liabilities.
- Researched federal, state, and local laws to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assisted clients in responding to IRS notices of deficiency or audit findings.
- Analyzed financial information such as income statements and balance sheets to calculate tax liability.
- Explained complex tax regulations in an easy-to-understand manner for clients' understanding.
- Maintained accurate records of all client transactions and filings.
- Conducted research on current trends in taxation law to stay up-to-date with changes.
- Evaluated financial situations of individual taxpayers and businesses to determine appropriate actions for reducing taxes owed or increasing refunds due.
- Reviewed prior year's returns for accuracy and completeness before submitting them.
- Created spreadsheets detailing income sources, deductions, credits, estimated payments.
- Ensured that all applicable deadlines were met when submitting documents.
- Filed electronically through approved software programs.
- Finalized and processed paperwork with local, state and federal government authorities.
Sales Manager
Sally Beauty Holdings Inc.
Corona, CA
02.2011 - 06.2018
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.
- Identified and developed new markets for products or services.
- Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
- Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and develop plans accordingly.
- Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
- Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
- Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.
- Developed pricing strategies that would maximize profits while still remaining competitive in the market.
- Performed analysis of current processes within the sales department to identify areas needing improvement.
- Assisted senior management in developing long-term strategic goals for the company's growth.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions between customers and company representatives.
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
- Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
- Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
- Maintained professional network of potential clients and business opportunities.
- Analyzed business and sales targets using critical problem-solving skills.
- Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
- Prepared sales production reports for senior management.
- Reduced process gaps by hiring, supervising and coaching employees on sales strategies and protocols, optimizing performance, growth and profitability.
- Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
- Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.
- Mentored and internally promoted successful company sales and account management staff into leadership positions to drive company growth.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05-2027
MOS -
Computer Training Academy
Riverside, CA07-2019
High School Diploma -
Chino High School
Chino, CALife Insurance License -
Quick Learning School
Skills
- Maintaining safe environments
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Positive Attitude
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Effective Planning
- Scheduling
- Student Records Management
- Material Preparation
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom support
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Adapting to Classroom Needs
- Behavior Modeling
- Student Supervision
- Activity implementation
- Classroom supply management
- Student Tutoring
- Attendance Tracking
- Student and parent relations
- Student Engagement
- Early Childhood Education
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Cleaning and sanitizing
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
La Petite Academy Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Human Resources Assistant
Schamber Electric
01.2019 - 08.2020
Tax Preparer
H&r Block
01.2019 - 12.2019
Sales Manager
Sally Beauty Holdings Inc.
02.2011 - 06.2018
Some College (No Degree) -
Chaffey College
MOS -
Computer Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Chino High School
Life Insurance License -
Quick Learning School
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