Sarah Jennings
Ada,OK
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Private Family Home
05.2024 - Current
- Nanny a 3 year old and a pair of twins that are 6 years old.
- Build positive and nurturing environments to support the children's social and emotional growth.
- Prepare healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Communicate with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Teach children everyday skills and language.
- Bathe, dress, read with the children, and help with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Organize and clean home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Act as house keeper for family by cleaning daily and keeping laundry done.
Elderly Caregiver
The Case's - A Personal Family
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Drove client to and from dialysis, three days a week.
- Traveled with client and his wife to help with dialysis during their vacations.
- Took client to medical appointments, events and activities, and shopping when he wanted.
Infant Teacher
Kid's Club Academy
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
- Adhered to parent preferences and legal requirements for feeding breast milk, formula and solids to infants.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Assistant Store Manager
Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop
08.2017 - 03.2022
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
Restaurant Hostess
Applebee's Grill + Bar
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Watched dining area staff to evaluate server loads and calculate accurate wait times.
- Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist.
- Delivered unparalleled service to drive positive dining experience and repeat customer visits.
- Assisted FOH and BOH staff to drive smooth service execution and maximize guest satisfaction.
Sales Associate
Maurices
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Cashier
Walmart
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Shift Manager/Key Holder
Pizza Hut
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Counted registers and cleaned and secured shop at end of shift.
- Listened to and addressed customer concerns using creative problem-solving in accordance with company guidelines.
- Directed employees to create displays, upsell featured items and tidy store during assigned shifts.
- Checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Education
Real Estate Associate - Real Estate License
Ready Agent OK
Oklahoma City, OK02-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Law, Social Studies
East Central University
Ada, OKHigh School Diploma -
Calvin Public Schools
Calvin, OK05-2015
Skills
- Social integration
- Educational support
- CPR training
- Special needs experience
- Housekeeping
- Routine adherence
- Activities planning
- Conflict resolution
- Order management
- Customer relations
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Private Nanny
Private Family Home
05.2024 - Current
Elderly Caregiver
The Case's - A Personal Family
10.2022 - 05.2024
Infant Teacher
Kid's Club Academy
11.2021 - 10.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop
08.2017 - 03.2022
Restaurant Hostess
Applebee's Grill + Bar
02.2017 - 07.2017
Sales Associate
Maurices
11.2016 - 06.2017
Cashier
Walmart
10.2016 - 02.2017
Shift Manager/Key Holder
Pizza Hut
09.2015 - 10.2016
Real Estate Associate - Real Estate License
Ready Agent OK
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Law, Social Studies
East Central University
High School Diploma -
Calvin Public Schools
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