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Sarah Pointer

Granite City,Illinois

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate professional with a rich background in educational and law enforcement roles. Excelled in student needs assessment and alternative dispute resolution, enhancing child development and serving diverse communities. Proven track record in mentoring staff and fostering parental participation, achieving significant improvements in student cooperation and growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher/Director

Lilypad Too
Maryville, IL
12.2022 - 12.2024
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavior in children.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
  • Facilitated group activities that encouraged cooperation and positive interactions among children.
  • Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure safety and quality of care for children.
  • Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
  • Monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts at the facility.
  • Created and updated records to document employee and participant information.
  • Coordinated special programs such as holiday parties or summer camps for enrolled students.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the daycare center from approved vendors.

Teacher

Kaleidoscope of Kids
Collinsville, IL
01.2022 - 12.2022

Teacher

Five Star Learning Center
Troy, IL
06.2021 - 12.2021

Teacher

Stay and play
Maryville, IL
06.2021 - 06.2021

Customer Service

Walmart
Collinsville, IL
12.2020 - 05.2021
  • Assisted customers with product selection based on their needs and preferences.
  • Ticketed, arranged and displayed merchandise to promote sales.
  • Conducted price checks and updated pricing information as needed.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
  • Stocked, replenished, and organized inventory to keep store merchandise fresh.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
  • Unloaded and moved merchandise to maintain aisles and set up product displays.

Gate Agent

Airport Terminal Services Inc
Belleville, IL
08.2019 - 12.2020
  • Provided clients with assistance in preparing required travel documents and forms.
  • Answered multi-line telephone with polite tone of voice to provide general information and answer inquiries.
  • Greeted passengers upon arrival and departure, providing ticketing assistance and general information.
  • Assisted with baggage check-in and tagging for customers.
  • Performed daily opening and closing procedures in accordance with company standards.
  • Coordinated with airlines regarding flight schedules and other travel-related issues.
  • Processed payment transactions utilizing point of sale systems.
  • Printed itineraries and tickets for passengers each day.
  • Inspected luggage for prohibited items prior to loading onto aircrafts.
  • Maintained cleanliness of assigned work area at all times including counters, floors, walls, windows.
  • Ensured accurate completion of passenger documentation such as tickets, boarding passes, customs forms.
  • Assisted disabled passengers with special needs throughout their travels.
  • Operated various computer programs related to customer service operations.
  • Provided customer service to travelers in the form of answering questions, resolving complaints, and providing directions.
  • Verified identification documents such as passports or driver's licenses.

Civilian Police Aide

Fairview Heights Police Department
Fairview Heights, IL
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
  • Answered questions from citizens regarding local laws and regulations.
  • Practiced de-escalation techniques designed for diffusing potentially violent situations.
  • Patrolled designated areas with officers on foot or in patrol car.
  • Managed investigations through observations and communication with individuals, family members and other relevant persons.
  • Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
  • Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
  • Monitored inventory levels of office supplies and placed orders when necessary.
  • Handled variety of administrative tasks daily, filed paperwork and typed memos.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Fielded phone calls, answered questions and took messages for officers and other departmental personnel.
  • Greeted visitors in person or on the telephone and responded to their requests for information.
  • Provided administrative support to police officers, including filing and organizing documents.
  • Answered incoming calls from citizens and provided them with assistance regarding their inquiries.
  • Operated law enforcement communication equipment and NCIC database to facilitate information to department.
  • Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
  • Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
  • Monitored security cameras to ensure safety of inmates and personnel.
  • Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
  • Conducted regular cell checks to ensure inmate safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of inmate behavior, incidents, and movements.
  • Coordinated with law enforcement and court officials regarding inmate custody and release.

Patrol Intern

O'Fallon Police Department
O'Fallon, IL
01.2018 - 12.2018

Aided in the following:

  • Conduct initial investigations into criminal activities, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
  • Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
  • Observed individuals suspected of committing crimes in order to collect evidence against them.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies on joint operations and investigations.
  • Operated law enforcement equipment and vehicles effectively during patrols and responses.
  • Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
  • Engaged with community members to build trust and foster a safe environment.
  • Responded promptly to calls for service, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
  • Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
  • Utilized law enforcement databases to gather information on suspects and criminal activities.
  • Enforced traffic laws, issuing citations for violations to ensure public safety.
  • Prepared detailed reports about daily activities and investigations conducted.

Home Caretaker

Myself
Collinsville, IL
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Daily medications.
  • Food Preparation and cooking.
  • Hygiene help.
  • Personal shopper.
  • Assisted to appointments.

Education

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
12-2024

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
12-2021

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO
12-2018

Associate of Science - Administration Of Justice

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
12-2015

Skills

  • Serving diverse communities
  • Student needs assessment
  • Empathy and patience
  • Parental participation
  • Alternative dispute resolution training
  • Child development

Certification

  • CPR
  • Various Gateways trainings
  • Food Handlers
  • Mandated Reporter

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher/Director

Lilypad Too
12.2022 - 12.2024

Teacher

Kaleidoscope of Kids
01.2022 - 12.2022

Teacher

Five Star Learning Center
06.2021 - 12.2021

Teacher

Stay and play
06.2021 - 06.2021

Customer Service

Walmart
12.2020 - 05.2021

Gate Agent

Airport Terminal Services Inc
08.2019 - 12.2020

Civilian Police Aide

Fairview Heights Police Department
01.2019 - 08.2019

Patrol Intern

O'Fallon Police Department
01.2018 - 12.2018

Home Caretaker

Myself
01.2015 - 01.2018

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Southwestern Illinois College

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Southwestern Illinois College

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Lindenwood University

Associate of Science - Administration Of Justice

Southwestern Illinois College
Sarah Pointer