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Gretchen Heimsoth

Paraeducator
Boulder Creek,California

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective paraeducator with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Server

Brunos Bar And Grill
06.2022 - Current
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests, in high volume, busy establishment with sales of 2000 average nightly.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.

P.E Coach

San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School, SLVUSD
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
  • Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
  • Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
  • Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.

Tasting Room Associate

Windy Oaks
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Provided informed wine suggestions to tasting room guests.
  • Greeted tasting room visitors and answered questions with upbeat attitude and professionalism. Managing over 150 orders per shift
  • Managed tasting room inventory.
  • Maintained tasting room retail area and created merchandise displays.
  • Poured wines according to quality and service standards.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.

Childcare Aide

Play Laugh And Learn Daycare
03.2015 - 09.2018
  • Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
  • Served as positive role model, promoting healthy social interaction. Focus on Hand in Hand caregiving models and social-emotional learning.
  • Assisted children with regular handwashing and all manner of hygiene help. Kept facility to regulatory sanitation standards.
  • Organized and executed projects and functions in a multi age group setting.
  • Trained in infant and child cpr
  • Followed and maintained regulatory safety standards. Both in the physical setting, i.e gates etc, and in drop off and pick up protocols
  • Contact for reference Heather Robertson, owner. heather22robertson@yahoo.com 831-331-9824

3rd Cook

Saratoga Retirement Community
08.2014 - 12.2015
  • Oversaw kitchen procedure and menu and recipe execution for over 350 residents daily. 100 plus being in a healthcare facility, needing to follow recipes to state nutritional standards.
  • Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
  • Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.

Education

Personal Trainer And Nutrition Coach Certification - Physical Fitness Technician

National Academy of Sports Medicine
11.2022 - Current

Clinical Herbalist - Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda & Western Herbalism

East West School of Planetary Herbology
11.2021 - Current

Diploma -

San Lorenzo Valley High School
Felton, CA
09.1995 - 06.1997

Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology

Cabrillo College
Aptos CA
05.2001 -

Skills

Culinary expertise Knife skills, creativity and presentation

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Task prioritization

Problem-solving skills

Special needs support

Student motivation

Physical education expertise

Injury prevention

Progress tracking

Group instruction

Verbal and written communication

Certification

Clinical Herbalist East West School of Planetary Herbology

Timeline

P.E Coach

San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School, SLVUSD
10.2023 - 06.2024

Personal Trainer And Nutrition Coach Certification - Physical Fitness Technician

National Academy of Sports Medicine
11.2022 - Current

Server

Brunos Bar And Grill
06.2022 - Current

Clinical Herbalist - Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda & Western Herbalism

East West School of Planetary Herbology
11.2021 - Current

Tasting Room Associate

Windy Oaks
04.2019 - 03.2020

Childcare Aide

Play Laugh And Learn Daycare
03.2015 - 09.2018

3rd Cook

Saratoga Retirement Community
08.2014 - 12.2015

Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology

Cabrillo College
05.2001 -

Diploma -

San Lorenzo Valley High School
09.1995 - 06.1997

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