Jessica Wallar
Sunbury,OH
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Vera Bradley Outlet, excelling in customer service and team leadership. Leveraged strong communication skills to enhance client satisfaction and foster loyalty, while implementing effective cash management and operational procedures. Committed to creating positive environments, as demonstrated in both retail and educational settings.
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Experienced with creating engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans. Utilizes effective communication techniques to foster nurturing classroom environment. Knowledge of classroom management and child development to support young learners.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Key Holder
Vera Bradley Outlet
10.2025 - Current
- Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
- Assisted customers in locating specific items they were looking for quickly resulting in an increase of overall client satisfaction.
- Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
- Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and promote long-term loyalty for increased sales.
- Streamlined opening and closing procedures as integral member of store staff.
- Increased sales by providing exceptional customer service and product knowledge.
- Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
Preschool Teacher
Ourday Preschool
11.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
- Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Organized special events like field trips, holiday celebrations, or guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
At Home Childcare Provider
Self
08.2013 - 11.2021
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Established a safe and nurturing environment for children, resulting in increased trust from parents.
- Collaborated with parents to develop strategies for addressing behavioral issues or developmental concerns in their children.
- Encouraged positive behavior by setting clear expectations and providing consistent discipline.
- Established and followed stable routine for children to meet emotional and developmental needs.
- Developed engaging activities to help children learn and grow.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and selfexpression.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OHSkills
- Customer service
- Workplace safety
- Customer service management
- Storytelling techniques
- Classroom organization
- Classroom management
- Child development expertise
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Key Holder
Vera Bradley Outlet
10.2025 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Ourday Preschool
11.2021 - Current
At Home Childcare Provider
Self
08.2013 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The Ohio State University