Jessica Santana
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced school professional with strong focus on maintaining positive and safe lunchroom and recess environment. Reliable and adaptable, ready to meet changing needs while fostering supportive atmosphere for students and staff. Effective communicator with knack for building rapport and promoting respectful behavior.
Passionate about nutrition and food allergy awareness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lunchroom Supervisor
Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Prepared Type food and stocked display cases for milk, beverages and snacks.
- Increased efficiency in the lunch line by organizing food stations and directing students accordingly.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented corrective actions.
- Circulated among tables to assist young students and special needs children with opening milk containers and lunch items.
- Cleaned tables, straightened chairs and swept floors between lunch periods.
- Monitored students during lunchtime and provided verbal cues to students to manage behavior.
- Regulated dismissal of students by section and guided disposal of tray and silverware in return area.
- Implemented allergy-awareness protocols, ensuring the safety of all students with dietary restrictions or sensitivities.
- Enhanced student satisfaction with menu offerings by incorporating student feedback into meal planning decisions.
- Acted as an intermediary between parents and school administration regarding concerns about student diets or potential allergen exposure.
Teacher Helper
Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Supported teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
- Adhered to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat, and organized.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of Number children.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Cultivated core values such as kindness, respect, compassion and integrity within students.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities by providing clear instructions and maintaining routines.
Lunchroom Aide
Pilgrim Lutheran School and Church
09.2013 - 06.2019
- Facilitated smooth meal service by efficiently distributing food to students in a timely manner.
- Assisted in training new lunchroom aides, ensuring they were well-equipped to serve the student population effectively.
- Collaborated with school staff to create allergy-aware menus, safeguarding student health and wellbeing.
- Ensured student safety during meal times by enforcing lunchroom rules and regulations.
Education
Associate Of General Studies -
Wright College
Chicago , ILHigh School Diploma - General Studies
Lincoln Park High School
Chicago, IL05.2022
Associate Of Applied Science - Patisserie Chef
Chic Le Cordon Bleu
Chicago, IL03.2009
Skills
- Allergy awareness
Timeline
Lunchroom Supervisor
Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School
09.2020 - 06.2022
Teacher Helper
Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School
08.2019 - 06.2020
Lunchroom Aide
Pilgrim Lutheran School and Church
09.2013 - 06.2019
Associate Of General Studies -
Wright College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Lincoln Park High School
Associate Of Applied Science - Patisserie Chef
Chic Le Cordon Bleu
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