- Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
- Cooking
- Music
- Gym Workouts
- Dancing
- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Interior Design
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Cake Decorating
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Nannette Pinkard
Gambrills,MD
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and dependable nature, honed through experience as a Paraeducator at Recreation and Parks. Proven ability to promote student engagement and safety while providing empathetic support to individuals with special needs. Skilled in data organization and fostering positive relationships with students and parents.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Assistant
Howard County Board of Education
03.2000 - Current
- Facilitated a positive learning environment by providing support services to students with accommodation needs.
- Completed special projects assigned by supervisors within specified deadlines while balancing regular duties effectively.
- Enhanced campus safety, conducting regular checks and reporting potential hazards.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Clerk
GIANT
11.2015 - 09.2020
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and addressing concerns.
- Improved store reputation with exceptional customer service during the checkout process.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized checkout area, enhancing overall store appearance.
- Increased repeat business by cultivating strong relationships with customers through friendly service and attentive assistance.
- Streamlined checkout procedures for quicker transaction times and higher customer throughput.
- Effectively communicated with customers regarding payment options, ensuring timely transactions and adherence to store policies.
- Educated customers about store procedures, merchandise and promotions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of promotions, discounts, and loyalty programs to provide accurate information to customers.
- Assisted customers with locating items, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.
- Identified potential security risks or fraudulent activity at the checkout counter, taking appropriate action when necessary.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
- Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
Food Demonstrator
Club Demonstration Services at Costco
08.2010 - 11.2015
- Collaborated with fellow demonstrators on new ideas or strategies that would result in a more successful event turnout.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing engaging and informative food demonstrations.
- Maintained clean and organized demonstration areas, adhering to strict hygiene standards.
- Managed time efficiently when setting up/breaking down demonstration stations at various locations within the store.
- Influenced purchasing decisions by sharing personal recommendations based on product knowledge and taste preferences.
- Promoted brand awareness through effective communication and presentation skills during demonstrations.
- Observed strict health and hygiene procedures to maintain food safety.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions about products, ingredients, and dietary restrictions.
- Prepared demonstration foods and placed on napkins or plates for attractive display.
- Set up area for product demonstration neatly and made sure all necessary food and informational materials nearby.
- Increased product sales by creating appealing displays and showcasing benefits of various food items.
- Stayed current on industry trends and popular dietary lifestyles to provide relevant information during demonstrations.
- Pleasantly engaged all individuals, offered product samples and handed out coupons and food information.
- Utilized well-developed communication and persuasion skills by promoting special offers and encouraging purchases of demonstrated products.
- Assisted customers in locating items, addressed questions and provided product samples.
- Set up product displays before demonstrations and checked after completing presentation to maintain attractive sales space.
- Developed strong, honest and open customer relationships by presenting informational sales presentations to potential customers.
- Provided [Type] product samples, coupons, informational brochures and incentives to persuade people to buy products.
- Arranged demonstration areas to be appealing to attract attention of prospective customers.
- Maintained clean, organized and professional work environment.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with customers.
- Worked with team to achieve sales goals for products.
- Greeted customers warmly and pleasantly answered inquiries.
- Provided exceptional customer service to drive satisfaction.
- Educated customers on product features and answered questions regarding product use.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions and product features.
- Organized and stocked merchandise to keep necessary levels for sales demand.
- Developed creative displays and signage to draw customers to products.
- Maintained accurate records of promotional events and customer interactions.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Recreation and Parks
08.2002 - 03.2003
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Provided a safe and inclusive learning environment that accommodated diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
- Adapted equipment and technology, boosting student engagement and motivation.
Aide
Recreation and Parks
05.1975 - 03.1978
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support
- Supported children's development by encouraging teamwork and understanding of others.
Education
GED -
State Board of Education
Baltimore, MD02-1983
Skills
- Data organization
- Leadership qualities
- Strong organization
- Administrative tasks
- Student relations
- Student safety
- Student engagement
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexible work schedule
- Promoting social and emotional development
- Student health and safety
- Adaptive learning
- Special needs support
- Helping students with special needs
- Caring and empathetic demeanor
Interests
Timeline
Clerk
GIANT
11.2015 - 09.2020
Food Demonstrator
Club Demonstration Services at Costco
08.2010 - 11.2015
Paraeducator, Special Education
Recreation and Parks
08.2002 - 03.2003
Student Assistant
Howard County Board of Education
03.2000 - Current
Aide
Recreation and Parks
05.1975 - 03.1978
GED -
State Board of Education
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