Rebecca Waxler
Entrepreneur
Rockton,IL
Summary
Dynamic and hardworking professional with a successful background as a restaurant owner and former middle school teacher. Demonstrated expertise in staff management and innovative curriculum development. Known for assertive leadership and strong, articulate communication skills. Committed to motivating and managing teams to achieve operational excellence. Dedicated to delivering outstanding service and consistently exceeding goals in fast-paced environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Restaurant Owner
North of the Border
Bartlett, IL
06.2006 - Current
- Ensured seamless customer service experiences through effective teamwork and service standards
- Formulated and executed innovative marketing plans and special events to boost restaurant revenue
- Hired and trained staff on food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety practices to maximize product quality
- Conceptualized and launched a second full-service restaurant and catering business, The Dogfather
- Managed day-to-day operations of the restaurant
Dog Care Business Owner
DogGone Days
Bartlett, IL
01.2007 - 12.2021
- Conducted all client initial consultations to determine pet needs and family preferences
- Built and scaled pet care enterprise from the ground up, implementing modern care protocols to enhance service quality
- Cultivated business growth through advertising and strategic acquisition networking methods
- Fostered long-term customer loyalty by consistently delivering outstanding service
- Coordinated pick-up and drop-off assistance for clients in need of transportation services
Middle School English Teacher
Queen Bee District 16
Glendale Heights, Illinois
04.1995 - 06.2006
- Developed and led a variety of professional workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, and student motivation
- Collaborated closely with a team of educators to achieve shared goals
- Established and implemented clear classroom objectives and requirements to promote consistent education and a desire for lifelong learning in students
- Customized innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences to meet the needs of a diverse population
- Communicated with and advised parents about their children's academic progress using various approaches, including taking 3 semesters of Spanish to better communicate with families
- Designed differentiated instructions to accommodate various learning modalities within the classroom setting
Education
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education
Illinois State University
05.1991 - 05.1995
Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Curriculum development and implementation
- Growth mindset
- Operational management and staff hiring
- Outstanding customer engagement
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Timeline
Dog Care Business Owner
DogGone Days
01.2007 - 12.2021
Restaurant Owner
North of the Border
06.2006 - Current
Middle School English Teacher
Queen Bee District 16
04.1995 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education
Illinois State University
05.1991 - 05.1995
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