Judith Belezos
Summary
Skilled and hard worker with strong background in high demand environments. Works well independently to handle assignments and always ready to go beyond basics assignments. Quick learner with good computer abilities. Personable and positive team player that meets deadlines and brings great value with customer service experience and education.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician Training
Family Services
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Provided direct support during community outings, facilitating appropriate social interactions among peers while practicing newly acquired skills within real-world contexts.
Preschool Teacher
Jack and Jill Preschool
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Fostered independence in students by encouraging self-help skills and personal responsibility.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.
- Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into curriculum, showcasing their talents.
- Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
- Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy and kindness in daily interactions.
- Enhanced literacy skills with storytelling sessions, capturing students' imaginations and interest in reading.
- Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment, allowing students to express themselves freely and respectfully.
Bartender
Yummys
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Monitored open bar tabs, closed out bills for departing patrons, and processed cash and credit transactions
- Maintained updated knowledge of cocktail, wine, and beer menus and memorized all in-house recipes to create cocktails aligned with company standards
- Spoke to customers and recommended specials to build rapport, retention, and customer loyalty.
Preschool Teacher
Webster Childcare Collaborative
01.2001 - 01.2014
- Planned, organized, and implemented programs for preschoolers
- Maintained professional knowledge by attending staff meetings, educational conferences, trainings, workshops, and courses
- Maintained records of student progress
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to meet needs of children and organized one on one lesson plans for struggling students.
Office Manager
Belezos Medical
01.2004 - 10.2009
- Ensured that office processes were standardized, communications were regulated, supply orders were handled, and administrative tasks were appropriately distributed and overseen
- Implemented and monitored customer service standards for consistent interactions with guests
- Evaluated customer issues and complaints and developed amicable solutions
- Interviewed, hired, and onboarded new employees with qualifications matching requirements.
Waitress
East Side Marios
09.1997 - 12.1999
- Delivered personable and attentive customer service to all patrons, including seating assistance, order management, and special requests
- Explained daily menu offerings, drink specials, and seasonal items and recommended options based on customer preferences.
Preschool Teacher / Floater
YMCA
06.1993 - 12.1999
- Planned, organized, and implemented programs for preschoolers
- Observed and redirected behavior using positive reinforcement techniques
- Adapted teaching methods to connect with individual students, answer questions and provide personalized support.
Waitress/Bartender
Black Orchid Restaurant
04.1993 - 06.1998
- Suggested menu choices such as daily specials and appetizers to increase sales and meet upsell targets
- Greeted guests promptly, shared daily specials, and collected drink orders to offer superior service
- Used POS system to accurately input orders and process payments
- Answered phones and took phone orders for customer pick up or delivery.
Office Manager
Midas Muffler
08.1993 - 08.1996
- Aided in compliance management by regularly checking documentation, records, and employee work
- Implemented office procedures by setting objectives to guide steady workflow
- Responsibilities included overseeing data entry, inventory management and sales
- Oversaw three shops as manager including all positions such as secretary's and mechanics.
Annex Department
Commerce Insurance Company
06.1990 - 03.1993
- Kept work area organized and clutter-free
- Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management
- Completed required paperwork and assigned tasks by end of the day with little to no supervision
- Responsibilities included filing documents and sorting documents.
Education
Certification in Early Childhood Education and Care -
Becker College
Worcester, MAHigh School Diploma -
Shepherd Hill Regional High School
Dudley, MAAssociates of Education -
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA06.1990
Skills
- Customer service
- Order management
- Wine and liquor knowledge
- Suggestive selling
- Recipe and menu memorization
- Payment processing
- Promote sales
- Verbal communication
- Organization skills
- Learning and exploration
- Creating age appropriate curriculum
- Providing safe and sufficient care of children
Certification
- CPR/AED, National CPRFoundation - June 28.2024
- Department of Early Education and Care, 9511344, EEC
- Hazardous Materials, EEC, 9-12-2021
- Emergency Response, EEC, 9-12-2021
- Child Abuse and Neglect, 8-29-2021
- Food Related Risk and Response, EEC, 9-12=2021
- Infectious Diseases and Immunizations, EEC, 9-16-2021
- Shaken Baby Syndrome, EEC, 9-19-2021
- Medication Administration, EEC, 9-19-2021
- Physical Premises Safety, EEC, 9-12-2021
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- Introduction to Child Growth and Development, EEC, 9-19-2021
- Transporting Children, EEC, 9-19-2024
- Safe Sleeping Practices, EEC 9-19-2021
Timeline
Behavior Technician Training
Family Services
07.2023 - 08.2023
Preschool Teacher
Jack and Jill Preschool
08.2022 - 06.2023
Bartender
Yummys
09.2016 - 08.2017
Office Manager
Belezos Medical
01.2004 - 10.2009
Preschool Teacher
Webster Childcare Collaborative
01.2001 - 01.2014
Waitress
East Side Marios
09.1997 - 12.1999
Office Manager
Midas Muffler
08.1993 - 08.1996
Preschool Teacher / Floater
YMCA
06.1993 - 12.1999
Waitress/Bartender
Black Orchid Restaurant
04.1993 - 06.1998
Annex Department
Commerce Insurance Company
06.1990 - 03.1993
Certification in Early Childhood Education and Care -
Becker College
High School Diploma -
Shepherd Hill Regional High School
Associates of Education -
Worcester State University