Laura Stankaityte
Brick Township,NJ
Summary
I am a new paraprofessional with growing experience fostering collaboration, supporting diverse learners, and maintaining efficient workflows in dynamic environments. I bring strong skills in creative problem-solving, time management, and artistic techniques to enhance learning and engagement. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to optimizing processes and contributing to team objectives, I am reliable, adaptable, and committed to creating a welcoming, resourceful, and organized environment. These qualities make me well-suited to support library operations and community engagement effectively.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Spring Lake Heights School District
09.2024 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
Assistant Manager
Sunglass Hut - Luxottica
07.2023 - Current
- Managed store progress by establishing monthly action plans, evaluated employee performance using established criteria, and provided feedback when necessary.
- Completed marketing changes, recalls, floor moves, shipment/inventory movements, etc.
- Performed regular inventory counts and monitored stock levels to manage shrink
- Ensured teams knowledge of store promotions, policies, and procedures.
- Identified potential shoplifters and executed established safety protocols to protect the store's assets.
Key Holder
Sunglass Hut - Luxottica
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers/opened and closed cash registers by counting money and preparing deposits nightly.
- Provided customers with comprehensive assistance upon entering the store through extensive product knowledge and open ended dialogue.
- Attended monthly online courses related to product knowledge, store operations, and customer service in order to assess customer needs/individualize customer experience.
Lead Key Holder
Aldo Shoes
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Supervised team members in opening/closing procedures as well as ensuring accuracy of register transactions.
- Managed inventory levels through weekly cycle counts and physical inventories as needed.
- Assisted in the training of new key holders and staff members on company policies and procedures.
- Answered questions regarding product knowledge, promotions, and discounts.
Stock Coordinator
Aldo Shoes
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained organized stockroom space by sorting, labeling, and stacking items according to established procedures.
- Maintained accurate inventory accounts through good recordkeeping practices and regular counts, reporting any discrepancies to management immediately.
- Assisted with implementing new inventory management systems and procedures. .
- Assisted with maintaining cleanliness of the store's interior and exterior areas.
Replenishment Team Member
Michaels Arts and Crafts
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise shipments from trucks using pallet jacks, U-Boat carts, conveyors, dollies and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized.
- Cleaned and straightened warehouse, store aisles and shelves for ease of product accessibility, safety and loss prevention.
- Used planogramming to ensure correct product placement and marketing.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items on the sales floor
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ05-2023
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ05-2019
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Operations Management
- Creative Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Behavior Management
Certification
- Substitute Teaching License NJ Department of Education.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Lithuanian
Limited Working
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Spring Lake Heights School District
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Sunglass Hut - Luxottica
07.2023 - Current
Key Holder
Sunglass Hut - Luxottica
05.2022 - 07.2023
Lead Key Holder
Aldo Shoes
03.2020 - 05.2022
Stock Coordinator
Aldo Shoes
10.2019 - 03.2020
Replenishment Team Member
Michaels Arts and Crafts
06.2018 - 09.2019
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Ocean County College
- Substitute Teaching License NJ Department of Education.
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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