Lauren Nahinu
Pemberton,NJ
Summary
Energetic Business Owner trained to handle issues and remain level-headed. Offering over ten years of expertise both in online sales and child care. Enthusiastic personality with skills in childcare, art, creativity, management, cooking and cleaning. Works well under large amounts of stress. Sees what needs to be done and does it without being asked. Able to single handedly fulfill large amounts of online orders all while attending school full time and raising two children, one with epilepsy. Very focused and gives 100% to every endeavor. Very patient and learns very quickly. Good at cultivating relationships and building trust with clients. Highly motivated to succeed and always eager to learn new skills. Annoyingly punctual to everything, even while juggling two kids. Very dependable. Perfectionist.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Silent Hero Boutique
01.2011 - Current
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
- Started a company in the basement of our house in Alaska and have successfully moved it seven times
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Built a fan base and large social media following (over 20,000 fans)
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
- Over 20,000 sales and a 99% return customer rate
- Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
- Single Handedly addressed and handled all customer service inquiries and requests resulting in a 99% customer return rate due to satisfied customers
- Created financial plans and budgets to optimize resources, track expenses, and ensure profitability.
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to drive business success and maintain budgetary guidelines
- Led startup and opening of online business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning
- Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands
- Oversaw all aspects of project execution, including progress of each phase, quality of workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of products
- Developed business and marketing plans and prepared monthly financial reports
- Participated in networking events to establish community ties formed relationships with other online businesses
- Coordinated with webmaster to develop website and create online advertisements, boosting online sales.
Co-op teacher
Hamilton Academy of Arts and Sciences
05.2018 - Current
- Able to Research through hours worth of curriculum to find relevant assignments that also coincide with children’s academic levels
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Has a background knowledge of many different subjects of interest and at all different levels including, but not limited to, History, Science (both chemistry and biology as well as the human sciences), Language Arts, Reading, Written Communication, Math and Art
- Evaluated student performance and provided discipline and guidance
- Maintained all student records, complying with all state laws and reporting procedures
- Administered standardized tests, chose and provided extracurricular activities
- Oversaw lab experiments
- Tremendously skilled at keeping kids attention and maintaining and interesting, fun and engaging learning environment
- Quick to assess situations and adapt where needed
- Kept flawless documentation of students grades and progress
- Skilled in creating powerpoint presentations and using both word and excel.
Assistant Librarian
Learning Tree Academy
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Supported community engagement through the facilitation of various library programs and events.
- Selected age-appropriate materials for children''s programs to encourage early literacy skills development.
- Contributed to overall library efficiency by assisting in circulation desk duties such as checking out materials and managing holds.
- Ensured smooth operations during staff absences, covering essential tasks such as opening or closing procedures and answering reference inquiries.
- Increased resource accessibility by cataloging and organizing library materials effectively.
- Aided librarians in collection development activities, using knowledge of patron needs to recommend relevant additions.
- Maintained a welcoming environment for patrons by keeping the library clean, organized, and wellstocked.
- Improved workflow efficiency by collaborating with fellow staff members on inventory management processes.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Set up computer and digital device access, providing assistance with use and operation.
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Maintained secure environment by monitoring visitors at front desk.
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
Leasing Agent
Outpost Apartments
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Showing of vacant apartments
- Performed background, reference and credit checks as part of screening process of prospective tenants.
- Expedited the leasing process for prospective tenants by efficiently managing application paperwork and conducting background checks.
- Handled tenant communications by quickly responding to requests for maintenance and answering any questions or concerns.
- Managed move-in process smoothly by coordinating schedules with new residents and ensuring all necessary documentation was completed accurately.
- Established rapport with potential tenants during tours, highlighting community features tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
- Distributed and followed up on tenant renewal notices.
- Provided exceptional customer service when showing properties to prospects, leading to increased signed leases.
- Trained and mentored new leasing agents, fostering teamwork and a supportive work environment.
- Participated in property inspections to prepare for move-ins and move-outs.
- Providing information on lease terms, and posting apartment ads on specialized websites
- Answering Phones and handling resident complaints and issues
- Kept detailed records of lots of different information including but not limited to: personal information, rental rates, move out dates etc
- Generated lists of properties that were compatible with buyers' needs and financial resources
- Maintained high referral rates and exceptional feedback from previous clients
- Educated clients on the current real estate market and answered any questions they had
- Wrote contract documents, purchase agreements and closing statements
- Created and maintained a large client base by meeting needs and providing exceptional customer service
- Managed the client relationship from initial inquiry through negotiation, closing, and signing of leases
- Conducted all functions necessary to close the sale, including generating new leads and conducting tours
- Organize and review all lease signing contracts, documents and materials to ensure a seamless process for the applicants.
Personal Nanny
Darby Family
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Ensured safety of children in various settings, including at home, during transportation, and on outings.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing support and guidance through various stages of their children''s lives.
- Created fun learning opportunities through interactive games and hands-on experiences, fostering intellectual curiosity in children.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
Stay at Home Mom
Kaitlyn and Colton Nahinu
08.2010 - Current
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations
- Kept children safe and secure at all times
- Engaged groups of culturally diverse children in creative, safe and focused settings
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem solving skills
- Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds
- Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids
- Used techniques such as positive reinforcement and behavior modeling with instill discipline in children
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children ranging in age from 0 to 10
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities
- Promoted physical, emotional, intellectual and social development through well-planned classroom lessons, games and outside activities
- Provided exceptional care to groups of up to 10 children between ages 2 through 11
- Cleaned toys, play equipment, dishes and other surfaces to keep facility sanitary
- Balanced schedules to provide optimal rest, play and educational periods
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children under care
- Enforced rules to teach manners and maintain safe environment
- Implemented and oversaw activities centered on promoting learning and imaginative play
- Improved group and individual behavior with positive management strategies
- Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions
- Observed and monitored play to identify developmental strengths and target areas for enrichment activities
- Led children in tidying up, handwashing and chores to teach responsibility
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on ages and abilities of class children
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills in preparation of preschool and kindergarten
- Experience with medically fragile children (11 year old has myoclonic astatic epilepsy).
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Child and Family Studies, Statistics, Adolescence, Elementary aged children, Infancy, Special needs, Sexuality - Child and Family Studies
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2020
Certificate in English -
Baylor University
Waco, TX05.2010
Skills
- Marketing tactics
- Critical Thinking
- Classroom Management
- Customer relations
- Multi-tasking
- Community outreach
- Talent development
- Program creation and implementation
- Strategic planning
- Cost reduction
- Budgeting
- Strategic project planning
- Online marketing
- Design coordination
- Merchandising
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Differentiated learning techniques
- Tutoring and after school help
- Teaching, tutoring and counseling
- Positive atmosphere promotion
- Calm under pressure
- Organizational development knowledge
- Interactive teaching/learning
- Excellent reading comprehension
- Active listening
- Special needs students
- Proofreading/editing
- Creative lesson plan development
- Critical thinker
Timeline
Co-op teacher
Hamilton Academy of Arts and Sciences
05.2018 - Current
Assistant Librarian
Learning Tree Academy
08.2016 - 08.2018
Small Business Owner
Silent Hero Boutique
01.2011 - Current
Stay at Home Mom
Kaitlyn and Colton Nahinu
08.2010 - Current
Leasing Agent
Outpost Apartments
08.2009 - 05.2010
Personal Nanny
Darby Family
01.2006 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Arts: Child and Family Studies, Statistics, Adolescence, Elementary aged children, Infancy, Special needs, Sexuality - Child and Family Studies
Arizona State University
Certificate in English -
Baylor University