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Mary Pecora
Dunedin
Summary
Versatile professional known for strong adaptability and effective communication. Experienced in managing classroom dynamics and supporting student learning in diverse educational settings, ready to drive impactful teaching outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
Clearwater
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Guided elementary and middle school students in classroom environment.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
Substitute Teacher, K-12/Nursery Supervisor
Regina Caeli Academy
Geismar
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Implemented lesson plans in accordance with the academy's curriculum standards.
- Maintained a structured schedule and cared for the teachers’ infants and toddlers.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage student participation and collaboration.
SERVER/Crew Trainer
BJ’s Brewhouse and Restuarant
Baton Rouge
04.2010 - 08.2015
- Accepted payment from guest and made change as needed.
- Assisted co-workers with team player attitude.
- Managed customer orders efficiently and accurately using POS system.
- Assisted with training new staff on restaurant procedures and menus.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance guest satisfaction.
EVENT COORDINATOR/Administrative Assistant to the General Manager
PKSA Karate
Baton Rouge
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Planned, coordinated and executed all events for the company.
- Provided friendly customer service to students and their families while managing the organization of karate schools.
- Checked inventory and ordered new merchandise.
- Managed leads and secured new contracts
- Coordinated with vendors to arrange equipment and supplies for a variety of events.
Server
Margaritaville Restuarant
New Orleans
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Quickly and accurately anticipated and met guests’ service needs. Handled guest payments and provided change when needed.
- Assisted co-workers with team player attitude.
- Managed guest orders using point-of-sale systems effectively.
Server/Bartender/Banquet Hall Server
Drusilla Seafood Restaurant and Catering
Baton Rouge
05.2006 - 05.2008
- Anticipated and met guests’ service needs to enhance overall dining experience.
- Executed drink recipes to ensure consistent quality and satisfaction for bar guests.
- Managed opening and closing tasks, including setting up dining area and restocking serving dishes to maintain smooth operations during events.
- Taking orders and entering them into the POS system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2006
Psychology
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA05-1999
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum implementation
- Classroom management
- Group instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Positive reinforcement
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Adaptable
- Problem solving
Affiliations
- CUB SCOUTS OF AMERICA DEN LEADER AND ASSISTANT- I ORGANIZED, PLANNED AND
EXECUTED THE MONTHLY MEETINGS IN THE YEAR 2022. I ASSIST THE A DEN LEADER IN THE
WEEKLY MEETINGS THIS YEAR 2023
References
Sarah Ricca-Cub Scout Coordinator-727-686-6108, cstsarah@gmail.com
Sarah Davidson- Cub Scout Den leader- 617-913-7681, sdavidson1984@gmail.com
Beth Barringer-Faith Formation and youth Coordinator- 727-278-5155, beth@ourladydunedin.org
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
09.2023 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12/Nursery Supervisor
Regina Caeli Academy
08.2016 - 05.2018
EVENT COORDINATOR/Administrative Assistant to the General Manager
PKSA Karate
03.2013 - 03.2014
SERVER/Crew Trainer
BJ’s Brewhouse and Restuarant
04.2010 - 08.2015
Server
Margaritaville Restuarant
05.2008 - 09.2010
Server/Bartender/Banquet Hall Server
Drusilla Seafood Restaurant and Catering
05.2006 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University
Psychology
McNeese State University