Marleni Rabadan
Chicago,IL
Summary
Assistant Teacher passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles. Dedicated Assistant Teacher with excellent communication and coordination skills demonstrated through previous classroom experience. Compassionate, professional and committed to student learning and overall wellbeing. Quick to jump in and help teacher with student or administrative needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Christopher House
10.2022 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Worked with teacher and administrators to enforce school policies and procedures.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Supported teacher in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students.
- Researched and presented new learning tools and methods for classroom application.
- Provided additional mentoring based on student evaluations.
- Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
- Oversaw classroom operations during teacher and parent meetings.
- Delivered supplementary lessons and practice assignments.
- Distributed tests, assignments and handouts per teacher specifications.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
Teller
Clark Diversey Currency Exchange
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
- Maintained in-depth knowledge of bank products and services to provide appropriate recommendations to customers.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Learned about customer's financial needs, established trust, and optimized sales opportunities resulting in quality customer service.
- Served as primary point of contact for customers, providing assistance with account maintenance and transactions.
- Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
- Monitored and reported suspicious activity in line with bank security policies.
- Followed up on customer complaints and provided solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of customer transactions in line with bank procedures.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Assisted customers with banking needs and inquiries.
- Counted, verified and handled bank deposits and armored car transactions.
- Established rapport with new clients to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
- Monitored and verified suspicious activity on customer accounts.
- Performed account maintenance by closing out accounts and changing customer addresses.
- Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers.
- Calculated fees due, interest and change for customer transactions.
- Generated monthly reports on customer activity and customer feedback.
Host
Gyu-Kaku
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
- Accommodated special seating requests for guests to enhance satisfaction.
- Relayed guest comments or suggestions to manager on duty for further action.
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
- Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
- Minimized customer service complaints by expertly managing customer expectations during busy periods.
- Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
- Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.
- Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests.
- Assisted customers with delivering orders, carrying additional trays and helping dish out items.
- Advised customers about special offerings and menu items to help drive sales.
Prep Cook
The Chicago Diner
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Collaborated with the head chef to create seasonal menus and special dishes, offering more variety and selections to customers.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakeview High School
Chicago, IL06.2019
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Supplementary Instruction
- Behavior Modeling
- Individualized Instruction
- Faculty Collaboration
- Learning Support
- Behavior Management
- Policy Collaboration
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student Engagement
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Christopher House
10.2022 - Current
Teller
Clark Diversey Currency Exchange
12.2021 - 12.2022
Host
Gyu-Kaku
03.2019 - 03.2020
Prep Cook
The Chicago Diner
01.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Lakeview High School