Nadia Watson
Piscataway,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and driven professional with a proven track record of successfully leading teams, achieving outstanding results, and surpassing expectations. Creative and motivated leader excelling in leveraging exceptional design and planning abilities to accomplish complex projects. Proficient in effectively imparting new concepts and implementing best practice strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Hostess
Noah Osteria
Elizabeth, NJ
12.2021 - 09.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing reservations and accommodating special requests
- Streamlined the seating process for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for guests
- Trained and mentored new staff members to ensure consistent service quality and adherence to restaurant policies
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving overall guest experience and increasing repeat business
Supervisor
Scotch Plains Parks & Recreation
Scotch Plains
08.2017 - 08.2023
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for all players, parents, and coaches, promoting teamwork and respect among peers
- Inspected courts to prevent injuries, supervised each practice and games
Teacher
Child Care Careers
Newark, NJ
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Teacher
The Learning Experience
Cedar Grove, NJ
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Increased child engagement with creative lesson plans tailored to individual needs and interests
- Communicate regularly with parents, sharing their children's latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions
- Responsible for the overall classroom management, leading a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment
Personal Assistant
Donna Denemberg
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, sharing updates with family members
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Psychology
Bloomfield College
Bloomfield, NJ05.2023
Skills
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Strategic Planning
- Reliability and Dedication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Communication
- Qualitative problem solving
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Use and Administration of Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
Accomplishments
- Personal Hair Stylist, 01/01/18, Present, New Jersey
Volunteer Experience
- Assistant Track Coach, Piscataway/Middlesex, Piscataway, NJ, 01/01/20, 01/01/23
- Project Clean Up, Neptune, Neptune, NJ, 01/01/21
- Care of the Park, Newark, Newark, NJ, 01/01/21
- Elijah's Promise, New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ, 01/01/18
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
Child Care Careers
07.2022 - 10.2022
Head Hostess
Noah Osteria
12.2021 - 09.2024
Teacher
The Learning Experience
10.2021 - 05.2022
Supervisor
Scotch Plains Parks & Recreation
08.2017 - 08.2023
Personal Assistant
Donna Denemberg
07.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Psychology
Bloomfield College