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RICHARD CALLEBS

WELLSTON,Ohio

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.

Motivated Summer Camp Counselor promoting 3 years of experience helping children to develop life skills while building relationships and having fun. Compassionate individual known for communicating well with others, problem solving and managing time. Dedicated to promoting procedures and measures to encourage safety.


Dynamic professional with a proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining operations across various roles, including a notable tenure at Piggly Wiggly Supermarket. Skilled in customer service and food safety, demonstrating a strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities. Excelled in creating safe, engaging learning environments, boosting student engagement and academic growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Deli Clerk

Piggly Wiggly Supermarket
04.2024 - Current
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and maintaining a clean, organized deli counter.
  • Ensured optimal product quality with regular temperature checks on refrigeration units and promptly reporting any issues.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.


Previously Employed by Piggly Wiggly from 2020-2021. Left due to new job opportunities.

Sales Associate

Callebs LLC
03.2024 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Summer Camp Counselor

Simon Kenton Council. Boy Scouts Of America
06.2022 - Current
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
  • Implemented safety protocols during recreational activities, reducing the risk of injuries among campers.
  • Created an environment conducive to personal growth by encouraging self-reflection and goal-setting among campers during transition periods between sessions.
  • Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.

Summertime Employment, Worked Summers of 2022, 2023

6-8 Grade Teacher English/History Teacher

Christian Life Academy
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.


Left due to personal health reasons in February, 2024

7th/8th Grade Teacher

Saints Peter And Paul Catholic School
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and best practices for middle school instruction.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.


Left Job in May 2024 due to School Closure by Diocese of Columbus.

Substitute Teacher

Various School Districts Around Southeast Ohio
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Employed by school districts: Jackson City Schools, Wellston City Schools, Meigs Local Schools, Alexander Local Schools, Columbus Diocese Education
  • 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.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.

Student Worker

Ohio University Culinary Services - Shively Court
09.2015 - 03.2020
  • Took and followed detailed directions from others.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Maintained excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers, and fellow teammates.
  • Facilitated collaborative team efforts within the cafeteria environment, working closely with fellow Student Food Service Workers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
  • Sanitized kitchen surfaces and washed food prep tools, utensils and equipment.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills by effectively prioritizing tasks during peak service hours without sacrificing quality of care provided to customers.
  • Participated in regular inventory checks, ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained without excessive waste or spoilage.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for all funds received during shifts.
  • Set up, broke apart, and cleaned up serving areas at beginning and end of day.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly food service to students.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control measures while serving meals.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to prepare nutritious and appealing meals for students daily.
  • Assisted with mealtimes by plating food when working serving line.

Left job in March 2020 due to COVID-19 Pandemic closing Dining Hall.

Gas Station Attendant

Sunoco Gas Station
05.2017 - 01.2020
  • Maintained clean and orderly work station.
  • Ensured accurate cash handling and maintained a balanced register at the end of each shift.
  • Maintained cleanliness of gas station premises, resulting in a welcoming environment for customers.
  • Cleaned up gas and other spills in accordance with spill procedures.
  • Checked customer identification for alcohol, cigarette, and lottery sales.
  • Successfully deescalated challenging situations involving unhappy or irate customers through active listening skills coupled with problem-solving abilities.
  • Built trustful relationships with customers to encourage return visits.
  • Collaborated with team members for smooth shift transitions, maintaining operational continuity throughout the day.
  • Maintained inventory of all saleable items.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Integrated Social Studies

Ohio University
Athens, OH
12.2020

High School Diploma -

Wellston High School
Wellston, OH
05.2015

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Cleanliness and sanitation
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Meat slicing expertise
  • Equipment safety
  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student Engagement
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Behavior Management
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Growth Mindset
  • Compassionate communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Camper Supervision
  • Safety Guidelines
  • Written and oral communication
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Activity implementation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Problem-Solving
  • Fundraising
  • Outdoor Survival Skills
  • Special Events
  • Company policies
  • Staff Management
  • Supplies and materials oversight
  • Customer care
  • Relationship Building
  • Customer Relationship Building
  • Customer Engagement

Timeline

Deli Clerk

Piggly Wiggly Supermarket
04.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Callebs LLC
03.2024 - Current

6-8 Grade Teacher English/History Teacher

Christian Life Academy
08.2023 - 02.2024

7th/8th Grade Teacher

Saints Peter And Paul Catholic School
08.2022 - 05.2023

Summer Camp Counselor

Simon Kenton Council. Boy Scouts Of America
06.2022 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Various School Districts Around Southeast Ohio
01.2021 - 05.2022

Gas Station Attendant

Sunoco Gas Station
05.2017 - 01.2020

Student Worker

Ohio University Culinary Services - Shively Court
09.2015 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Integrated Social Studies

Ohio University

High School Diploma -

Wellston High School
RICHARD CALLEBS