Joshua VanAlstyne
Amsterdam,NY
Summary
Energetic leader promotes 7+ years of industry experience with superior record of accomplishment. Ambitious and highly motivated Educator surpasses demanding objectives and achieves or exceeds set goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
T.A/1:1 Aid After School Program Lead
Whispering Pines Preschool Amsterdam
01.2023 - Current
- Primarily placed in 4 year old UPK classrooms
- Have covered absences in other rooms for vast experience with all ages ranging 14 Months-School Age
- Daily responsibilities include but not limited to, changing children, assisting with pick up and drop o, cleaning the room or space prior to use, assisting with morning curriculum, and attendance, setting up or planning activities and sensory play, leading music play, engaging in dramatic play, helping run centers, help maintain OCFS regulations and standards, monitoring room safety and engagement, planning themed activities and art projects, enterclaims, closing and locking up of various departments and rooms.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Owner
Apollo's Artisan Emporium LLC
03.2021 - Current
- Created business model, met NYS and Government requirements for obtaining LLC
- Designed product, maintain necessary documentation for tax purposes, organize and attend various craft fairs, maintain marketing needs,
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
GA- Senior Guest Advisor
Gamestop
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Quickly promoted to a GA
- Further promoted to SGA
- Assisted with cleaning and closing of stores
- As well as opening
- Maintaining all Gamestop procedures while giving best customer service and marketing proportionals.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify trends, making recommendations for improvements based on findings.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless communication and timely resolution of guest issues.
- Contributed to revenue growth by upselling hotel amenities, services, and upgrades whenever appropriate.
- Improved guest satisfaction by implementing personalized service strategies and addressing individual needs.
- Spearheaded an initiative that streamlined processes between the front desk staff and maintenance personnel, reducing response times significantly.
Head Counselor
Jewish Community Center
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Helped with daily running of summer camp program
- Helped organize staff and events
- Maintained positive, enjoyable space
- Maintained health standards during pandemic.
- Coordinated special events such as talent shows and end-of-session celebrations, creating memorable experiences for both campers and staff members alike.
- Ensured safety standards were upheld by conducting regular facility inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Boosted camper satisfaction rates by regularly soliciting feedback and adjusting programming accordingly.
- Nurtured a culture of continuous improvement by promoting open communication among staff, gathering feedback on areas for growth and implementing necessary changes.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop innovative programs that catered to the diverse interests of campers while aligning with camp''s overall mission.
- Elevated overall camp experience by empowering each counselor to take ownership over their respective roles, fostering an environment of mutual respect and collaboration focused on ensuring camper wellbeing.
- Maintained compliance with all regulatory requirements pertaining to child safety, sanitation standards, and staffing ratios through diligent oversight and thorough recordkeeping.
- Optimized resource allocation by tracking inventory levels of supplies needed for daily operations while minimizing waste whenever possible.
Assistant Director Of School Age Programming
Jewish Community Center
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Helped assist the Director with day to day runnings of programs
- Tasks were but not limited to, making schedules, organizing events, setting up displays for events, emails and telephone communications, filing documentation, meeting NYS standards.
- Helped with admin tasks such as attendance, and file logging
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Planned and executed successful special events, such as college fairs, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Coordinated field trips or off-campus activities that promote experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Managed department budget to ensure adequate resources for staff development and instructional materials.
After School Counselor
Jewish Community Center
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Helped assist with running the After School program
- Maintained a safe, fun environment for school aged children
- Helped set up, and run activities that were engaging and structured
- Helped with o set field trips by being medically trained.
- Organized fun and educational activities to enhance students'' creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Enhanced student participation by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into the after-school program.
- Maintained accurate records on student attendance, performance, and behavioral issues for review by program administrators.
- Built productive, lasting connections with individual students.
- Managed a safe and inclusive environment, promoting respect and understanding among diverse groups of students.
- Counseled individuals and small groups of children, focusing on personal, social and emotional growth and development.
- Provided homework assistance to students, reinforcing concepts learned during the school day.
Food Prep, Delivery Driver
Damiano's Eatery Inc
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Maintained a clean working environment in accordance with NYS regulations
- Helped with food prep, taking orders, deliveries, Closing and opening
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Maintained clean and safe vehicle, contributing to positive image of company.
Education
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Onondaga College
Onondaga, NY05.2016
High School Diploma -
Mexico High school
Mexico, NY06.2012
Skills
- Working with children
- Planning
- Working with children of special needs
- Evaluations
- Maintaining OCFS regulations
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Outlook
- Experience with PO systems
- Interpersonal skills
- Customer service
- Document keeping
- Communication skills
- Resourceful
- Able to adjust to stressful environments
- Willingness to learn
- Time management
- Networking
- Work well with others
- Set positive examples
- Social Media Marketing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
- Calm Under Pressure
- Active Listening
- Problem Resolution
- Creative Direction
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Data Analysis
- Business Administration
- Staff Development
- Team Operations
- Crisis Management
- Consulting
- Human Resources
- Google Drive
- Team building
Certification
- Foundations in Health and Safety
- Mandated Reporter
- Identifying and Responding to Anaphylaxis
- Prevention and Identification of Brain Injuries, including AHT
- CPR First Aid
- Stop the Bleed
- Sexual Harassment
- Obesity Prevention
- Media Use and Safety with Children
- Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms
- Science of Well Being
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Data Science
- Financial Markets
- Entrepreneurship
- Introduction to Psychology
Timeline
T.A/1:1 Aid After School Program Lead
Whispering Pines Preschool Amsterdam
01.2023 - Current
GA- Senior Guest Advisor
Gamestop
10.2021 - 06.2022
Owner
Apollo's Artisan Emporium LLC
03.2021 - Current
Head Counselor
Jewish Community Center
06.2020 - 08.2020
Assistant Director Of School Age Programming
Jewish Community Center
01.2017 - 02.2020
After School Counselor
Jewish Community Center
02.2016 - 01.2017
Food Prep, Delivery Driver
Damiano's Eatery Inc
01.2010 - 01.2013
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Onondaga College
High School Diploma -
Mexico High school
- Foundations in Health and Safety
- Mandated Reporter
- Identifying and Responding to Anaphylaxis
- Prevention and Identification of Brain Injuries, including AHT
- CPR First Aid
- Stop the Bleed
- Sexual Harassment
- Obesity Prevention
- Media Use and Safety with Children
- Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms
- Science of Well Being
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Data Science
- Financial Markets
- Entrepreneurship
- Introduction to Psychology
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