Rachel Bellisario
Harrison Township,MI
Summary
Dedicated, organized and dependable stay-at-home mom with 17 years of experience managing a household, coordinating schedules, and providing care and educational support.
Highly skilled in multi-tasking, problem-solving, and fostering a nurturing environment that encourages growth and learning. Eager to leverage these skills in a paraprofessional role to support students and educators in an elementary school setting.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Home Operations
Self-employed
07.2007 - Current
- Manager to family of 4, including two adolescents now age 15 & 17
- Coordinated family schedules, appointments, and transportation to ensure seamless integration of personal and professional commitments.
- Assisted in children's education by overseeing homework assignments, providing academic guidance, and fostering a love for learning.
- Cultivated positive home atmosphere by promoting open communication, fostering strong relationships, and encouraging quality time spent together as a family.
- Assisted children with navigating their personal growth and development through compassionate guidance and support during challenging transitions or phases.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with teachers or other professionals involved in children's educational development providing valuable insights on their progress.
Classroom Volunteer
South River Elementary
09.2012 - 01.2020
- Prepared materials for class activities and art projects.
- Played games with small groups of students
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries & cafeteria to help staff manage demand & assist in special events.
- Assisted classes with parties and events.
- Provided general assistance to classroom teachers by distributing paperwork, materials and cleaning up.
- Oversaw special activities and monitored students during field trips.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating respectfulness, responsibility, empathy, kindness, and integrity at all times during my volunteer work at the school.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members by maintaining open communication channels and actively participating in school functions.
School Event Organizer
South River Elementary
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed the registration process for attendees of the Christmas Bazaar. Including mailings, phone calls & money collection.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Assisted in creating promotional materials & set-up for the event.
- Managed on-site event and volunteers to ensure smooth operations.
National Sales Manager
Blackjack Inc.
07.2004 - 06.2007
- Attended trade shows, manufacturer events & product showcases.
- Liaised with marketing and product development departments to maintain brand consistency.
- Mentored junior sales professionals, fostering supportive environment that cultivated talent development and career growth.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Developed and implemented effective sales strategies and led nationwide sales team members to achieve sales targets.
- Developed and maintained key relationships with clients, leading to enhanced customer loyalty and increased repeat business.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Increased sales revenue by implementing innovative marketing strategies and effective sales team management.
- Created customized solutions for unique client needs resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed industry trends to maintain competitive edge in pricing strategies and product offerings.
- Enhanced communication within sales team through regular meetings, updates, and training sessions.
- Collaborated with other departments on various projects such as product development or marketing campaigns to achieve cohesive business goals.
- Delivered comprehensive sales presentations, showcasing company's products and services to secure new business contracts.
- Met with customers to give sales presentations, negotiate contracts and promote services.
Assistant Purchasing Agent
SPM Industries
08.1999 - 07.2004
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring attention to detail and effective communication.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
- Coordinated returns or exchanges when necessary, minimizing disruptions to operations due to defective or incorrect products received from vendors.
- Conducted market research to identify new potential suppliers, expanding product offerings and competitive pricing options.
- Evaluated vendor performance regularly, ensuring adherence to quality standards and contractual obligations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Regina High School
Harper Woods, MI05.1988
Skills
- Management
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Family Calendar Management
- Attention to Detail
- Education Support
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Effective Communication
- Personal Shopping
Additional Information
Assisted in creating & running a local "mom swap" facebook page.
Timeline
School Event Organizer
South River Elementary
10.2018 - 12.2019
Classroom Volunteer
South River Elementary
09.2012 - 01.2020
Chief of Home Operations
Self-employed
07.2007 - Current
National Sales Manager
Blackjack Inc.
07.2004 - 06.2007
Assistant Purchasing Agent
SPM Industries
08.1999 - 07.2004
High School Diploma -
Regina High School
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