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
Harrison Township, MI
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
Harrison Township, MI
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
Harrison Township, MI
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.
Sterling Heights, MI
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
Warren, MI
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