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Nichole Randa

Summary

Paraprofessional looking for a seasonal position, but open to transitioning into a long-term placement. Experienced as a detail-focused retail merchandising professional with experience in leveraging strong organizational and communication skills to maximize profits and customer satisfaction. Skilled at creating product displays and managing inventory for optimum product placement and sales.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Harlem School District 122
Machesney Park, IL
07.2023 - Current
  • Keeps a positive environment when students are processing various emotions
  • Attends meetings, trainings, and events outside of school hours
  • Communicates regularly with team of students' progress
  • Collaborates with staff in creating strategies for classroom and student improvement
  • Monitors and assists various students at once
  • Gives appropriate behavioral support to students in times of crisis
  • Uses proper physical technique when transporting students
  • Proactive in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment for students and staff

Paraprofessional

Rockford School District 205
Rockford, IL
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Communicated daily with team and parents of students' progress
  • Supported individual student's therapy and behavior programs
  • Participated in specialized trainings
  • Maintained a safe and cleanly environment for students and staff
  • Simultaneously interacted with various students during activities
  • Continuously in motion when assisting students
  • Identified and knew how to respond to various levels of student behaviors

Paraprofessional

SASED-The School Assoc. For Special Edu. In DuPage
Lisle, IL
02.2019 - 07.2022
  • Monitored and assisted students and their daily routines across school and community settings
  • Communicated with students' parents at drop-off and pick-up
  • Provided individual and small group instruction
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, orderly environment
  • Ensured student and staff safety
  • Participated in specialized trainings and collaborated in team planning meetings
  • Had stamina to constantly shift to students' level to assist

Accomplishments:

  • Led classroom in absence of teacher
  • Chosen to create and lead virtual lesson plans

Inclusion Aide

SEASPAR-South East Assoc. Of Special Parks & Rec.
Downers Grove, IL
05.2019 - 07.2022
  • Assisted 1:1 and encouraged participant to interact in program activities
  • Managed conflicts calmly and effectively, prioritizing safety while focusing on resolution strategies that fostered growth for all parties involved
  • Enhanced participants' understanding of diverse perspectives by promoting open conversations
  • Adapted environment as needed for quality participation
  • Provided behavior management when necessary
  • Reported and documented incidents/accidents
  • Communicated with program supervisors, inclusion manager, and participant's parents of their progress
  • Strategized with program staff and inclusion management to meet participants needs
  • Located to different camp sites with various hours throughout the season

Barista

Starbucks
Woodridge, IL
12.2017 - 01.2019
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety
  • Promptly handled customer complaints professionally
  • Greeted customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods
  • Used effective communication and collaborated with colleagues
  • Accurately operated cash register for cash, credit card, and rewards transactions
  • Managed time effectively to balance multiple responsibilities during busy periods

Lead Barista

Janko Hospitality
Naperville, IL
05.2015 - 12.2017
  • Maintained accurate inventory counts to meet customer demands and sustain operations
  • Trained, scheduled, and supervised barista workers to uphold store policies
  • Used communication skills to foster a collaborative work environment among team members
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health and safety regulations
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and professionally
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer

Key Holder

Tuesday Morning
Darien, IL
08.2011 - 12.2016
  • Managed daily cash handling procedures including store payments and preparing bank deposits
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally
  • Maintained an organized and tidy store.
  • Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations
  • Audited inventory and marked out damaged product
  • Ensured store safety
  • Responsible for filing out incident reports
  • Processed returns in a friendly, professional manner
  • Assembled products and created merchandise displays

Education

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
12.2019

Skills

  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Conflict Resolution Competence
  • Motivated Team Player
  • Critical Thinking
  • Organizational talents
  • Customer Service
  • Safety processes and procedures

Awards

• Awarded Employee of the Month from Tuesday Morning

• Nominated multiple times for Employee of the Month from Janko Hospitality

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Harlem School District 122
07.2023 - Current

Paraprofessional

Rockford School District 205
07.2022 - 08.2023

Inclusion Aide

SEASPAR-South East Assoc. Of Special Parks & Rec.
05.2019 - 07.2022

Paraprofessional

SASED-The School Assoc. For Special Edu. In DuPage
02.2019 - 07.2022

Barista

Starbucks
12.2017 - 01.2019

Lead Barista

Janko Hospitality
05.2015 - 12.2017

Key Holder

Tuesday Morning
08.2011 - 12.2016

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

College of DuPage
Nichole Randa