Laurie Jones
Pittsboro,NC
Summary
Personable and energetic Receptionist committed to delivering excellence in all facets of customer service and administrative support. Offers honed competencies in data-entry, database management and scheduling.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Receptionist/Substitute Teacher
Haw River Christian Academy
Pittsboro, NC
10.2024 - 05.2026
- Answering phones and emails
- Administrative duties
- Ordering supplies and food for students and teachers
- Assisting with event planning
- Creating promotional material for events
- Troubleshooting technological issues
- Facilities contact person
- Classroom management
- Implementing lesson plans
- Communicating with teachers about student needs
Playschool Teacher
Springwood Presbyterian Church
Burlington, NC
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Caring for children ages 3-5
- Preparing and assisting with age-appropriate lessons and skill building activities
- Regular communication with parents and guardians
- Assisting neurodivergent children with activities
- Collaborated with parents to support children's growth and address individual needs.
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through the use of problem-solving exercises and real-world scenarios.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Established positive relationships with students and parents.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment, promoting social and emotional development.
Full-Time Caregiver for Spouse
Care Management
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Transportation to treatments and appointments
- Administration of medication and first-aid
- Assistance with hygiene, emotional support, and nutritional needs.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Provided compassionate care to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
Pampered Chef Consultant
Pampered Chef
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Sales and product demonstration
- Online event planning
- Customer service
- Product ordering and delivery
- Developed innovative recipes to enhance product line and align with consumer trends.
- Led workshops for home chefs, enhancing their cooking skills and promoting Pampered Chef products effectively.
- Continuously researched new culinary techniques, equipment, and best practices to maintain a cutting-edge approach in the kitchen.
- Mentored junior chefs in refining their skills through hands-on instruction and constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with marketing team on targeted promotional campaigns highlighting unique dishes or theme nights.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Theatre Arts
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12.1993
Associate Of Arts - Theatre Arts
Peace College
Raleigh, NC05.1991
Skills
- Telephone skills
- Customer/Client relations
- Scheduling
- Greeting and seating clients
- Service-oriented mindset
- Front desk operations
- Positive and professional
- Relationship building
- Office supply management
Timeline
Receptionist/Substitute Teacher
Haw River Christian Academy
10.2024 - 05.2026
Playschool Teacher
Springwood Presbyterian Church
10.2021 - 02.2023
Full-Time Caregiver for Spouse
Care Management
01.2021 - 07.2023
Pampered Chef Consultant
Pampered Chef
09.2019 - 01.2021
Associate Of Arts - Theatre Arts
Peace College
Bachelor Of Arts - Theatre Arts
East Carolina University