RACHEL LAYDEN
Rio Rancho,NM
Summary
I am a dedicated employee with skills and knowledge varying over an array of fields. I have worked in environments that demand interpersonal skills and quick judgment calls. I am very excited to begin a career and use the critical thinking skills that I have developed in my recent education. It is very important that I find a workplace that aligns with my values, encourages my personal/professional growth, and recognizes my potential. Thank you for your consideration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Floor Associate
Michael’s
07.2020 - Current
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Caregiver
Home Instead
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Providing one-on-one support with elderly clients with their daily routines: this included assisting them in preparing their meals, exercising, purchasing groceries and other goods on their behalf, driving clients to appointments, cleaning their homes ensuring their overall well-being.
Caregiver
COMPA- Chris Cordova
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Providing one-on-one support for elderly client with dementia
- I would transport client daily to the local senior center for lunch, provide “hand over hand” support for most meals
- I would assist client in getting dressed, prepare, and administer the client’s medication, provide necessary bathroom support, and keep client company.
Mother Lode Rehabilitation Enterprises, DSP
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Working one-on-one with adults with mental and physical disabilities and providing them with creative opportunities that teach life skills in order to encourage some clients to join the workforce.
Crew Member
Dion’s
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Providing customer service and preparing food in a fast-paced environment
- I worked in all areas of the restaurant including the registers, drive-thru, meal prep, food prep, dishes, unloading/stocking food from the trucks, and the dining room area.
Education
Master of Arts - Liberal Arts
St. John's College
Santa Fe, NM08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM12.2021
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM12.2018
High School Diploma -
Bernalillo High School
Bernalillo, NM05.2016
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish (spoken and written)
- Proficient Computer Skills (ie, typing, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
04.2022 - 08.2023
Sales Floor Associate
Michael’s
07.2020 - Current
Caregiver
Home Instead
05.2020 - 07.2020
Caregiver
COMPA- Chris Cordova
08.2019 - 03.2020
Mother Lode Rehabilitation Enterprises, DSP
10.2018 - 07.2019
Crew Member
Dion’s
07.2016 - 07.2018
Master of Arts - Liberal Arts
St. John's College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Western New Mexico University
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education
Central New Mexico Community College
High School Diploma -
Bernalillo High School
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