SARA ALI
Corona,NY
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 4 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Metrokids Preschool
08.2022 - Current
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
SENIOR RECEPTIONIST
Hands of Hope PT
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Handled complaints and questions, and re-directed calls to other team members.
- Answered incoming calls on high-volume, multi-line phone switchboard and pleasantly transferred callers to appropriate personnel.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Ordered and distributed office supplies, saving on fixed office budget.
DAYCARE ASSISTANT
Under 5 Preschool
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products for use by students.
SEASONAL SALES ASSOCIATE
Macy's
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Assisting costumers and helping them to find alternative merchandise to meet needs
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
ASSISTANT AT FINANCIAL AID OFFICE
Queens College
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Answer student inquires at front desk
- Located and attached appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring replies
- Assisted staff with computer usage.
- Greeted visitors and callers and handled inquiries and directed them to appropriate persons according to needs.
- Provided financial aid counseling to enrolled and prospective students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY06.2023
Skills
- Monitoring
- First Aid
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Reading Comprehension
- Microsoft Office
- Classroom Observation
- Critical Thinking
- Arts and Crafts
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Metrokids Preschool
08.2022 - Current
SENIOR RECEPTIONIST
Hands of Hope PT
04.2021 - 08.2022
DAYCARE ASSISTANT
Under 5 Preschool
12.2020 - 04.2021
SEASONAL SALES ASSOCIATE
Macy's
08.2020 - 11.2020
ASSISTANT AT FINANCIAL AID OFFICE
Queens College
01.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
Queens College of The City University of New York
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