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Nicole Palermo

North Bergen

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

General Education Teacher

North Brunswick Board of Education
09.2011 - Current
  • Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement.
  • Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
  • Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
  • Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
  • Developed curriculum for our Language Arts program across the district.
  • Piloted new Language Arts curriculum: Benchmark Advanced
  • Technology proficiency: Google Classroom, Smartboard, Educations apps: Seesaw, Kahoot!, ClassDojo
  • Helped students develop lifelong skills to support vocational goals such as diligence, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
  • Managed small and large groups of students for classroom and off-site instruction.
  • Updated class and student documentation for recordkeeping purposes.
  • Monitored each student's progress and revamped strategies to maximize success.
  • Sourced materials to use in instruction and projects by reaching out to administrators and community.
  • Stayed abreast of latest changes in field by completing training courses and attending conferences.
  • Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
  • Related to students through consideration of various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Taught English as a Second Language to multilingual students.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to provide differentiated instruction for students with varying learning needs.
  • Facilitated traditional, online and in-person training for educators to promote better learning opportunities.
  • Mentored new teachers and provided support on classroom management strategies.
  • Mentored future educators through the Rutgers and Kean Education programs.
  • Leader of Morning Math program, created to assist struggling students.
  • Leader of Youth in Action program, an innovative after-school program which helped students learn research techniques, conduct research on a unique topic of their choosing, and present their work to peers, teachers, friends, and family.
  • Coordinated and led the 4th grade Student Council.
  • Contributed to school-wide committees and after school events.

Manager

Sushi Lounge
09.2018 - Current
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
  • Reduced inventory costs 5% by evaluating and streamlining vendor selection process.
  • Generated 7% in higher ticket averages by training employees on suggestive upselling techniques.
  • Increased sales 15% annually by creating and implementing marketing plans, menus, specials and promotions.
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
  • Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.

Demo Event Specialist

Joseph Palermo Inc.; Boars Head Provisions
01.2015 - Current
  • Arranged demonstration areas to be appealing to attract attention of prospective customers.
  • Developed strong, honest and open customer relationships by presenting informational sales presentations to potential customers.
  • Assisted customers in locating items, addressed questions and provided product samples.
  • Recommended specific product options to meet customer needs.
  • Provided Boars Head product samples, coupons, informational brochures and incentives to persuade people to buy products.
  • Engaged consumers in stores, on sidewalks and at outdoor events to encourage product sampling.
  • Set up product displays before demonstrations and checked after completing presentation to maintain attractive sales space.
  • Planned and organized sampling events by working hand-in-hand with retail store managers and leaders.
  • Increased sales by effectively communicating product benefits.
  • Educated customers on product features and answered questions regarding product.

Timeline

Manager

Sushi Lounge
09.2018 - Current

Demo Event Specialist

Joseph Palermo Inc.; Boars Head Provisions
01.2015 - Current

General Education Teacher

North Brunswick Board of Education
09.2011 - Current

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