Megan Sizer
Portland
Summary
Dedicated Assistant Teacher with excellent communication and coordination skills demonstrated through classroom experience. Compassionate, professional and committed to student learning and overall wellbeing, ability to support educational goals and manage classroom activities. Looking to leverage these transferable skills in dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Small Wonders School
04.2024 - Current
- Promoted to assistant from aide within initial 6 months of employment.
- Supported children''s social and emotional growth by implementing creative play opportunities and group activities
- Specialized learning environment based on Reggio-Emilia approach.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing age-appropriate curriculum to support child development milestones.
- Aided students'' physical development through daily outdoor playtime activities designed to promote gross motor skill growth.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
- Ensured smooth operations during peak hours by effectively managing resources and staff allocation.
- Built strong relationships with regular customers through attentive service, remembering preferences, and engaging in friendly conversation when appropriate.
Lead Cashier
Goodwill Industries
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer with diligent attention to detail and accurate counting practices.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving overall store performance and profitability.
- Oversaw the cleanliness and organization of the front-end area, creating a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
- Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies, and sales goals.
Childcare Assistant
Independant
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed daily routines including meal preparation, naptime, and activity setup for efficient operations.
- Implemented creative learning strategies to engage children and promote their intellectual growth.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans, addressing each child''s unique needs and preferences.
Barista
Grinder’s Coffee Company
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
Barista
Luci’s Healthy Marketplace
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
Front of House
Karl’s Quality Bakery
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted in inventory management by conducting regular stock checks and updating records accordingly.
- Managed cash drawer responsibly throughout shifts by keeping accurate track of incoming funds from sales transactions.
- Aided the baking team during downtime periods with food preparation tasks such as weighing ingredients or assembling baked goods for sale.
Education
Associates Degree - General Studies
Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZ05.2022
High School Diploma - Presidential Award
Accelerated Learning Center
05.2020
Skills
- Behavior management and learning support
- Oral communication
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Lesson planning and implementation
- Age-appropriate activities
- Child development
- First aid and CPR
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Food Handler’s card
- Child Development
- CPR Certified
- Starbucks Partner of the Quarter
- Starbucks Coffee Master
Certification
- First Aid CPR AED
- Foundations for Learning (FFL)- The Oregon Center for Career Development in childhood Care and Education
- Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN)- The Oregon Center for Career Development in childhood Care and Education
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Small Wonders School
04.2024 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
02.2022 - 04.2024
Lead Cashier
Goodwill Industries
07.2021 - 01.2022
Childcare Assistant
Independant
12.2019 - 06.2021
Barista
Grinder’s Coffee Company
11.2018 - 10.2019
Barista
Luci’s Healthy Marketplace
02.2018 - 09.2018
Front of House
Karl’s Quality Bakery
12.2016 - 11.2017
High School Diploma - Presidential Award
Accelerated Learning Center
- First Aid CPR AED
- Foundations for Learning (FFL)- The Oregon Center for Career Development in childhood Care and Education
- Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN)- The Oregon Center for Career Development in childhood Care and Education
Associates Degree - General Studies
Paradise Valley Community College
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