SUE GERARD
Assistant Daycare Teacher/Human Resources Recruiter
CAMBRIDGE,USA
Summary
Human Resources Recruiting Specialist with strong talent acquisition skills and a commitment to compliance with employment regulations. Demonstrated efficiency in task completion and effective communication. Proven ability to adapt and solve problems, enhancing recruitment processes and candidate experiences. Experienced in childcare, with current CPR and First Aid certifications, and a track record of building relationships to secure qualified staff.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Lil Sprouts
Isanti, MN
02.2024 - Current
- Assistant Teacher working with children aged 3-5
- Teaching the children basic learning processes, respect for others, ways to have fun with others/self and not relying on “gaming and screen time”.
- Read books about how to be a good child citizen, books about life
- Teaching them to use their words to solve conflict and not physical contact
Cashier Assistant
Coborn's
Albertville, MN
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Processed customer orders through checkout and bagging purchases efficiently.
- Assisted customers in locating products and making informed purchase decisions.
- Maintained well-stocked shelves by facing and organizing merchandise.
- Facilitated self-checkout procedures, ensuring correct completion and troubleshooting errors.
- Conducted proactive cleaning of store areas to ensure readiness for opening each day.
Deli Cook/Cashier
Cub Foods
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Planned and prepared menus for hot food deli case and special orders for customers
- Made and prepared salads and meat trays for customers
- Cut meat for display case and for customers as requested
- Prepared catering orders
Project Specialist
ACIS/HireGenics
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Supported human resources, controlling resume flow within applicant tracking system.
- Educated job applicants on expected job tasks, compensation, and benefits to set clear expectations.
- Supported employee on-boarding validating I-9 documents. Generated, collected, and managed new paperwork and forms.
- Processed and conducted background checks for prospective employees (using Everify).
- Covid-19 released
Coordinator
St. Paul Public Schools (French Immersion School)
10.2015 - 11.2017
- Improved group and individual behavior with positive management strategies
- Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive, and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on ages and abilities of children in class.
Team Coordinator
Osseo Public School #279
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Created environment that supported the culture and background of each child.
- Provided exceptional care to groups of up to 50 children between ages 4 and 12.
- Discussed new development, misbehavior and concerns with parents or guardians.
- Promoted physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development through well-planned classroom lessons, games, and outside activities.
HR Recruiter
Two Men and a Truck
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Recruited Operations Move Manager, Assistant Operations Move Manager, Drivers, Movers and Customer Service Representatives
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management on HR issues for senior leadership.
- Diminished obstacles and saved time, spearheading special projects through effective emergency resolution.
- Managed recurring HR processes such as motivational programs, training process and proactively completing on-boarding documents.
- Sorted job applications, vetted candidates, and recommended individuals for key positions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management/Psychology
University of Northwestern St. Paul Campus
Saint Paul, MN01.2011
Skills
- Office management and leadership
- Project organization and prioritization
- Emotional intelligence and problem solving
- Technology adaptation and learning
- Child development strategies
- Lesson planning and curriculum design
- Classroom management techniques
Affiliations
- Created filing system for Pharmaceutical Company that was implemented throughout the United States and Europe.
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Lil Sprouts
02.2024 - Current
Cashier Assistant
Coborn's
04.2023 - 11.2023
Deli Cook/Cashier
Cub Foods
10.2021 - 10.2022
Project Specialist
ACIS/HireGenics
02.2017 - 03.2020
Coordinator
St. Paul Public Schools (French Immersion School)
10.2015 - 11.2017
Team Coordinator
Osseo Public School #279
08.2015 - 10.2015
HR Recruiter
Two Men and a Truck
08.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management/Psychology
University of Northwestern St. Paul Campus
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