Tami Toste
Ferndale,CA
Summary
Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 19 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.
Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Goal-oriented individual caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing materials.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Sweetness And Light
08.2005 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
Special Circumstance Instructional Aide
Toddy Thomas Middle School
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by establishing rapport with students and addressing individual needs.
- Prepared supplementary materials for diverse learners, helping accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, aiding teachers in making informed instructional decisions.
Teacher's Aide
Karen's Kangaroo Kids
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 12 children.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Education
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA06.2023
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Business Management
- Business Administration
- Financial Planning
- Sales management
- Customer Service
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Special Circumstance Instructional Aide
Toddy Thomas Middle School
08.2014 - 06.2016
Teacher's Aide
Karen's Kangaroo Kids
08.2011 - 06.2013
Owner
Sweetness And Light
08.2005 - Current
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Foothill College
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