Richard Desantos
Clovis,CA
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
The Stepping Stone Group
Fresno, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
Program Leader 2
Proyouth-Heart
Visalia, CA
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided high level of support to those involved in program through careful skill set, which included following curriculum and providing enrichment.
- Integrated new programs and events for individuals ranging in age from 5 to 13, all of which were well-attended and received high reviews.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
- Implemented play and exploration activities in support of curriculum.
Store Employee
Togo’s Baskin Robbins
Visalia, CA
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Organized store by returning all merchandise to its proper place and restocked displays.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
Cashier/Stocker
Tuesday Morning
Visalia, CA
04.2018 - 06.2018
- I would unload shipments off trucks into store and cashier.
- Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Driver
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Visalia, CA
06.2015 - 02.2018
- Cleaned cars and provided customers with transportation to and from their destination.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Utilized GPS to optimize routes and continuously meet estimated delivery times.
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
- Documented daily mileage, gas and other data.
Cook
Charlie's grilled subs
Visalia, CA
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Experience Charley’s grilled subs, Provided clean work space, maintaining grill, and providing great customer service.
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
Education
Graduate -
Mt Whitney high
01.2013
Skills
- Program activities
- Positive interactions
- Issue resolution
- Supervision and oversight
- Leadership
- PPE use
- Collaboration
- Decision-making
- Time management
- People skills
- Customer service
- Team building
- Relationship building
- Basic math
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Paraprofessional
The Stepping Stone Group
10.2023 - Current
Program Leader 2
Proyouth-Heart
05.2021 - 08.2023
Store Employee
Togo’s Baskin Robbins
05.2018 - 07.2018
Cashier/Stocker
Tuesday Morning
04.2018 - 06.2018
Driver
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
06.2015 - 02.2018
Cook
Charlie's grilled subs
06.2013 - 02.2015
Graduate -
Mt Whitney high
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