Janel Paris
Kaneohe,HI
Summary
Leader and effective communicator, adept at fostering educational growth and managing operational efficiency. At the elementary school, enhanced learning for special needs students, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and relationship-building skills. Provided classroom support, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills critical for dynamic environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Hawaii Department Of Education
08.2018 - 10.2023
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
Sales Associate
Target
11.2015 - 01.2016
- 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.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
01.2000 - 08.2005
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Streamlined inventory management, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels for daily operations.
Education
Elementary Education
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI01.2026
Skills
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving skills and Listening skills
- Relationship Building
- Reliable and punctual
- Support and Follow management direction
Hobbies Include: Adventuring with family. Shopping and keeping up with the latest fashion trends.
My hobbies include hiking with my family and going to the beach. I love to shop, find the best deals, read, and keep up with fashion trends.
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Hawaii Department Of Education
08.2018 - 10.2023
Sales Associate
Target
11.2015 - 01.2016
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
01.2000 - 08.2005
Elementary Education
Chaminade University of Honolulu
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