Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Kannapolis City Schools
08.2023 - Current
Monitored student performance through ongoing assessment and data collection, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Participated actively in professional development opportunities focused on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies to help students achieve their full potential.
Director of Celebrations
TerraBella
08.2022 - Current
Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically.
Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement and engagement of patients.
Stretched minimum annual budget of $350 to cover planned activities through creative use of resources.
Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
Lifestyle 360 Program Associate
Morningside Of Concord
11.2019 - Current
Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement and engagement of patients.
Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
Resident Experience Coordinator
Crescent Heights
09.2018 - 11.2019
Drafted budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities.
Established vendor relationships to access timely services in support of events.
Improved recreational programming based on feedback from residents.
Developed and maintained connections with performers, agents and promoters to accumulate robust options for entertainment options.
Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
Prep Cook
Crescent Heights
10.2017 - 09.2018
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Housekeeper; Server; and Community Team Lead
Crescent Heights
06.2017 - 10.2017
Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
Collected orders and relayed them to chef quickly and accurately.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Managed schedules and found coverage for short shifts.
Handled day-to-day customer contact via phones, faxes and emails.
Cashier
Walmart
11.2015 - 02.2016
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Helped customers complete purchases and locate items.
Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
Retail Sales Specialist and Team Leader
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
11.2011 - 11.2013
Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
Documented inventory on weekly basis.
Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
Managed promotional in-store signage and displays and re-stocked merchandise from returns or new shipments.
Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
Sandwich Artist and Restaurant Team Lead
Pilot Flying J Travel Center- Subway
06.2010 - 11.2011
Assisted customers in choosing menu items by providing food complementing information.
Met sales targets by encouraging customers to buy extra food items such as drinks, desserts and sides.
Operated manual and electric appliances to peel, slice and trim food.
Trained team members to prepare sandwiches and other items according to instructions.
Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Receptionist and Server
Morningside Of Concord
11.2007 - 01.2010
Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
Collected orders and relayed them to chef quickly and accurately.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to residents.