SELENA WHITE
The Deron School
East Orange,NJ
11
years of professional experience
Dedicated to providing safe and enjoyable recreational activities. People-person with strong communication skills, upbeat nature and organized approach to handling program operations. Hardworking and reliable worker with strong background in operating cash registers, stocking merchandise and keeping areas clean and neat. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality.
Work History
Paraprofessional
5 Months- Collaborated with teachers, therapists, and support staff to coordinate student care and learning support.
- Modeled appropriate behavior and communication to strengthen student engagement and classroom participation.
- Prepared instructional materials, organized supplies, and maintained clean, structured learning environments.
- Supervised students during transitions, activities, and meals to maintain safety and order.
Paraprofessional
1 Year 1 Month- Assisted with individualized education plan implementation, ensuring accommodations aligned with student goals.
- Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing lessons, clarifying directions, and adapting materials for student needs.
- Monitored student behavior, redirected disruptions, and applied behavior support strategies consistently.
- Documented student progress, incidents, and observations for staff review and intervention planning.
Toddler Teacher
4 Months- Implemented developmentally appropriate activities supporting toddler cognitive, social, and motor growth.
- Supervised toddlers during indoor, outdoor, and transition periods to ensure consistent care.
- Maintained safe, sanitized classroom environments aligned with preschool health standards.
- Communicated daily progress and behavior updates to parents and caregivers.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
Budtender
1 Year 8 Months- Assisted customers with cannabis product selection based on preferences, effects, and desired consumption methods. 2. Verified customer identification and maintained compliance with state regulations and dispensary policies. 3. Processed POS transactions accurately while balancing speed, service quality, and payment handling. 4. Educated customers on strain profiles and dosing guidance, enhancing informed product use. 5. Maintained organized product displays and ensured shelves reflected current inventory and labeling standards. 6. Communicated inventory needs and product availability to support seamless dispensary operations. 7. Resolved customer questions and concerns with professionalism, discretion, and product knowledge. 8. Supported daily opening and closing procedures, including sanitation, restocking, and register readiness.
- Inspected guest photo identification to confirm age eligibility.
- Built rapport with customers through strong interpersonal skills, establishing trust as a knowledgeable resource on cannabis products.
- Sold cannabis products, including flowers, concentrates, and edibles, in a fast-paced dispensary.
Front Desk/ sales associate
4 Months- Coordinated client appointments to ensure timely service
- Answered phone calls promptly and professionally
- Executed commission-based sales transactions
- Maintained cleanliness of work environment to enhance customer experience
- Spoke with and attended to customer needs
Retail Sales Associate
1 Year 1 Month- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in the form of excellent customer service.
- Resolved conflicts by applying problem-solving and interpersonal skills while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
- Restocked shelves, racks, and bins with latest merchandise, updating signage to highlight special items.
- Bagged, wrapped and packaged purchases based on individual item and customer requirements.
- Greeted customers and provided assistance to ensure positive sales and service experiences.
Cashier
8 Months- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
- Helped customers find specific products, answering questions and offering advice.
- Read weekly sales inserts and tracked changing prices to remain up-to-date on store promotions.
- Helped customers update accounts, sign up for new services and take advantage of special offers.
- Executed daily recovery tasks to maintain clean and organized areas for optimal functionality.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by assisting customers to complete purchases, locate items and sign up for rewards programs.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Camp Counselor
1 Month- Diversified recreational offerings by developing and supervising engaging activities for campers.
- Ensured safety of participants during recreational activities at Montclair Art Museum by consistently enforcing policies.
- Observed participants for signs of physical distress and rendered aid, including stopping activities and providing basic medical care.
- Resolved conflicts between campers to maintain a positive and enjoyable environment.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
Camp Counselor
1 Month- Instructed participants on principles, techniques, and safety requirements of activities to enhance safety and prevent injury.
- Facilitated enjoyable activities for participants while enforcing protocol to maintain safety and engagement.
- Explained principles, techniques and safety requirements of different activities to participants to prevent injury.
- Monitored participants for physical distress, stopping activities as needed and providing basic medical care to ensure wellbeing.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Student behavior management
Classroom support strategies
Individualized instruction
Behavioral support
Time management
Responsible
Results-oriented
Fast learner
clear communication
Positive relationships
Personable and friendly
Timeline
Paraprofessional
The Deron School
05.2026 - 10.2026Read More
Paraprofessional
The Phoenix Center
11.2024 - 12.2025Read More
Toddler Teacher
Primrose Preschool
07.2024 - 11.2024Read More
Budtender
Ascend Wellness
09.2022 - 05.2024Read More
Front Desk/ sales associate
Massage Envy
04.2021 - 08.2021Read More
Retail Sales Associate
Cotton on
11.2018 - 12.2019Read More
Cashier
Acme
08.2018 - 04.2019Read More
Camp Counselor
Montclair Art Museum
07.2016 - 08.2016Read More
Camp Counselor
MRCA
07.2015 - 08.2015Read More
Montclair High School
High School Diploma
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