Sara Sloan
Lincoln,IL
Summary
Driven professional with extensive experience in educational and safety roles, notably as a Paraprofessional at Lincoln Elementary School District 27. Excelled in providing educational assistance, managing student records, and ensuring safety, demonstrating a calm demeanor and proficient CPR/First Aid skills. Achieved positive learning outcomes and enhanced customer satisfaction through effective communication and multicultural awareness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Lincoln Elementary School District 27
2024.08 - Current
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
Office Assistant
Locked Up Trucking, LLC
2021.08 - Current
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
- Informed and supported business leaders through consistent communication and administrative support duties.
Head Lifeguard
City of Atlanta
2020.05 - Current
- Observed recreational users to detect safety concerns and prevent ongoing violations.
- Maintained rescue equipment by conducting inspections and completing basic repairs.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Detailed safety rules and procedures regarding activities to customers and guests.
- Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
- Cooperated fully with manager to identify areas of concern and ascertain reliable methods for remediation.
Server
Olive Garden
2022.10 - 2024.05
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Upsold high-profit items to enhance sales numbers.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Lifeguard
Lincoln Park District
2019.05 - 2022.08
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Community High School
Lincoln, IL05.2022
Skills
- Social support
- Documentation
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Records Management
- Educational assistance
- Schedule Management
- CPR and First Aid
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Computer Skills
- Safety understanding
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Parent Communication
- Multicultural Awareness
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Lincoln Elementary School District 27
2024.08 - Current
Server
Olive Garden
2022.10 - 2024.05
Office Assistant
Locked Up Trucking, LLC
2021.08 - Current
Head Lifeguard
City of Atlanta
2020.05 - Current
Lifeguard
Lincoln Park District
2019.05 - 2022.08
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Community High School
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