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Work History
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Michelle Casas

Caterpillar Care
Chicago,US
8
years of professional experience

Proficient at improving team performance through innovative management techniques and providing resources to succeed. I'm very responsible and committed to providing excellent customer service, and great leadership skills.

Work History

Daycare Teacher's Assistant

2 Years 10 Months
Caterpillar Care | 10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in developing and implementing educational activities for preschool-aged children.
  • Supported lead teacher in maintaining a safe and nurturing classroom environment.
  • Facilitated daily routines to enhance children's social and emotional development.
  • Promoted creativity among students using various art projects, music, dance, and imaginative play activities.
  • Enhanced child development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lesson plans.
  • Achieved a nurturing classroom atmosphere by consistently displaying patience, empathy, and understanding toward all children.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.

Guest Service

9 Months
Harry Potter: Magic at Play - Chicago | 12.2022 - 09.2023
  • Provided timely responses to guest questions and effectively managed concerns to ensure a positive experience.
  • Operated ticket scanning equipment to verify guest admission and enhance overall visitor flow.
  • Engaged customers in a courteous manner to enhance their experience.
  • Assisted guests with any necessary accommodations they requested
  • Assisted guests by providing printed photo copies taken during the experience. Explained pricing options clearly to customers.

Customer Service

3 Months
Nordstrom Michigan Avenue Store | 12.2019 - 03.2020
  • Verified customer prices and facilitated sales processing by efficiently scanning barcodes.
  • Identified recurring problems faced by customers and delivered tailored solutions to improve their experience during work.
  • Politely assisted customers in person or via telephone.
  • Followed the customer's needs.
  • Fostered a positive and productive atmosphere to enhance team performance.
  • Worked with shoe department manager to ensure merchandising and presentation standards were met.

Package Handler

1 Year
UPS | 08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Discussed potential hazards and other issues with teammates and supervisors so that we could resolve them together.
  • Gained complete understanding of duties and job tasks for each shift, prioritizing those requiring immediate completion.
  • Resolved conveyor system issues by clearing jams and blockages.
  • Placed packages in bags and onto conveyor belts.
  • Mentored new employees.

Education

Associate of Arts - Health Sciences

Harold Washington College | Chicago, IL | 07.2026

High School Diploma

Curie High School | Chicago, IL | 12.2017

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish is my first language)

Timeline

Daycare Teacher's Assistant

Caterpillar Care
10.2023 - CurrentRead More

Guest Service

Harry Potter: Magic at Play - Chicago
12.2022 - 09.2023Read More

Customer Service

Nordstrom Michigan Avenue Store
12.2019 - 03.2020Read More

Package Handler

UPS
08.2018 - 08.2019Read More

Curie High School

High School Diploma
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Harold Washington College

Associate of Arts from Health Sciences
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Michelle Casas