Joseph Beck-Poland
Customer Service Agent
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Results-driven professional focused on delivering exceptional support for customer needs. Successfully manages concerns and resolves conflicts to maximize customer satisfaction. Offers strong background in customer relations and communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Agent
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts
Portland, ME
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Welcomed each new arrival pleasantly and confirmed reservations and identification.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs.
- Responded swiftly to room requests and other inquiries made via establishment website, email, or phone.
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of surrounding area to offer guests with information about dining options, entertainment, and shopping activities.
Substitute Teacher / Education Technician
Lewiston Public Schools
Lewiston, ME
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
Night Auditor
Hampton by Hilton
Lewiston, ME
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
- Updated customer accounts with add-on room charges, minibar use, and room service bills.
- Responded to guest needs quickly and efficiently, noting changes in reservations or special needs for day crew.
- Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
- Oversaw night auditing of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
Summer Camp Counselor
Ghostlight Theater Camp
Oakland, ME
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
Substitute Teacher
Carrie Ricker School
Litchfield, ME
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Implemented prepared lesson plans to maintain classroom continuity
- Used course materials to teach lessons planned by absent teacher
- Upheld class discipline standards to keep students on-task
- Supported other teachers in classrooms and in common areas
- Left detailed notes to notify classroom teachers of student progress
- Taught lessons to classes in various subjects
- Escorted students to designated safe areas during fire drills.
Behavioral Health Professional, Blackbear Support Services
Auburn, ME
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Collected and documented client information obtained via interviews, tests and observation
- Taught clients how to manage typical life situations and trigger events by developing coping mechanisms
- Guided patients through short- and long-term goal setting, focusing on attention on realistic, positive targets
- Focused on short-term gains and long-term outcomes with individualized approaches to mental health support.
After School Teacher
YWCA of Lewiston
Auburn, Lewiston, ME
11.2018 - 09.2019
Child Care Worker
Tiny Town Childcare Center
Lewiston, ME
06.2018 - 08.2019
Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer
Mechuwana
Winthrop, ME
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Coordinated and led themed activities for camp participants
- Promoted physical skill, strength, and stamina with exercise programs
- Stocked, maintained, and updated inventory listings of camp related items
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly
- Enforced rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety
- Enhanced participation and satisfaction with improved outreach and user engagement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lewiston High School
Lewiston, ME 1 2015 - 1 2019
Skills
Problem-solving skills
Work Availability
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Quote
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot
Timeline
Front Desk Agent
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts
04.2023 - 09.2023
Night Auditor
Hampton by Hilton
07.2022 - 09.2022
Summer Camp Counselor
Ghostlight Theater Camp
06.2022 - 07.2022
Substitute Teacher / Education Technician
Lewiston Public Schools
02.2022 - 04.2023
Substitute Teacher
Carrie Ricker School
09.2019 - 02.2020
Behavioral Health Professional, Blackbear Support Services
07.2019 - 09.2019
After School Teacher
YWCA of Lewiston
11.2018 - 09.2019
Child Care Worker
Tiny Town Childcare Center
06.2018 - 08.2019
Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer
Mechuwana
01.2015 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Lewiston High School
1 2015 - 1 2019
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