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Payton James

Auburn,AL

Summary

Focused professional with experience in holistic learning, instructional programming, and lifelong learning. Frequently praised as efficient by peers, I can be relied upon to help your team achieve its goals. Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Store Associate

Tj Maxx Dept Store
Opelika, AL
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Set up promotional displays or arranged merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
  • Greeted customers, provided customer service and answered questions.
  • Encouraged customers to sign up for loyalty programs or promotional offers.
  • Stocked shelves with new merchandise when shipments arrived.
  • Organized items on shelves in order to maintain neatness of store.
  • Provided excellent customer service throughout each transaction while maintaining a friendly demeanor.
  • Cleaned fitting rooms, counters, display tables and other areas within the store.
  • Attended team meetings held by Store Manager to discuss upcoming events or promotions.
  • Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  • Stocked, replenished, and organized inventory to keep store merchandise fresh.

Teacher Assistant

Bright Ideas Family
Auburn
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Provided a safe, comfortable, and stimulating environment for children
  • Trained and supervised new teachers
  • Created detailed lesson plans aligned with course syllabus that were differentiated by content.
  • Created a loving, safe environment for children by establishing social, emotional, and physical growth through intentional teaching and play.
  • Developed a curriculum that included reading, math and language arts, including self-control skills.
  • Motivated students to stay focused on tasks at hand by setting achievable goals.

Teacher Assistant

Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers
Auburn
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported students physical, mental, and social development using classroom games, and activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying students needs.
  • Provided individualized attention to help each child reach their full potential.

Personal Babysitter

Johan jonpierre
Sandy Springs
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Utilized effective strategies such as distraction, redirection, and positive reinforcement to manage behavior issues.
  • Scheduled nap times and put children to bed at reasonable times.
  • Maintained a positive attitude and outlook while dealing with difficult tasks or behaviors from the children.
  • Developed trusting relationships with parents and adhered to adult instructions regarding child supervision.

Team Member

Moe's Southwest Grill
Auburn
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Responsible for making the food and cleaning up the food stations.
  • Monitored food and beverage levels to satisfy customer needs.
  • Recorded transactions in point of sales system to deliver prompt service.
  • Followed established recipes to prepare menu items.
  • Encouraged guests to buy additional items such as appetizers, drinks, and desserts.
  • Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills while interacting with customers and co-workers.

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Food service
  • Time management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Communication skills
  • Restaurant experience
  • Leadership
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Inventory management
  • Team collaboration
  • Behavior management
  • Child development
  • Customer engagement
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Relationship building
  • Retail management principles
  • Organization

Timeline

Retail Store Associate

Tj Maxx Dept Store
10.2024 - 03.2025

Teacher Assistant

Bright Ideas Family
02.2024 - 09.2024

Teacher Assistant

Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers
09.2023 - 12.2023

Personal Babysitter

Johan jonpierre
06.2023 - 07.2023

Team Member

Moe's Southwest Grill
03.2023 - 05.2023
Payton James