Isabella Avila
Joliet,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience as an Assistant Teacher at Shorewood Early Learning Daycare Center, adept at fostering early development and enhancing student engagement. Proven skills in parent-teacher communication and lesson planning, resulting in improved academic performance. Reliable team player with a strong focus on relationship building and conflict resolution.
Energetic and personable, well-suited for roles requiring strong customer interaction and relationship building. Understanding of sales principles and customer service techniques, combined with effective communication and organizational skills. Focused on driving positive customer experiences and achieving sales targets.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Shorewood Early Learning Daycare Center
Shorewood, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted in implementing daily educational activities for children, fostering early development.
- Supported lead teacher in maintaining classroom organization and ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Engaged children in play-based learning, enhancing social skills and creativity.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs of students, promoting inclusivity.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate child progress and address developmental concerns.
- Utilized observation techniques to assess children's growth and inform instructional strategies.
- Organized educational materials and resources, streamlining preparation processes for classroom activities.
- Participated in staff meetings to share insights on curriculum improvements and student engagement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
Joliet, IL
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues efficiently, fostering positive relationships.
- Supported visual merchandising efforts by implementing promotional displays according to company guidelines.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Sales Associate
5 Below
Joliet, IL
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted customers in locating products and provided information on promotions.
- Maintained store organization by restocking shelves and ensuring product displays were appealing.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, enhancing customer experience.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily sales goals and improve store performance.
- Adapted quickly to changing inventory levels, ensuring availability of popular items.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
Joliet, IL03.2023
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Skills development
- Learning support
- Multitasking
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Customer service
- Fast learner
- Reliable
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Outgoing personality
- Stocking and receiving
- Client service
- Store opening and closing
- Customer needs assessment
- Inventory tracking
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Shorewood Early Learning Daycare Center
05.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Old Navy
10.2022 - 01.2023
Sales Associate
5 Below
06.2022 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Homeschool