Taneeda McNeal
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with 6 years of experience at Chicago Public Schools, excelling in child supervision and safety awareness. Proven ability to enhance student comfort and discipline while effectively managing parent relationships. Skilled in incident reporting and adaptive equipment, fostering a supportive environment for special needs students. Committed to promoting a safe and efficient transportation experience.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Aide
Chicago Public Schools
10.2019 - Current
- Assisted students with boarding and disembarking from buses safely and efficiently.
- Monitored student behavior during transit to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with drivers to coordinate timely pick-ups and drop-offs.
- Provided support to special needs students, ensuring their comfort and safety during rides.
- Collaborated with school staff to address any transportation-related issues or concerns promptly.
Front Desk Agent
Amber Inn Motel
07.2016 - 09.2021
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring prompt guest check-in and check-out processes.
- Coordinated reservations using property management system to maximize occupancy rates.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing guest inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
- Trained new staff on front desk procedures and best practices for guest interactions.
- Collaborated with housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure timely room availability and quality standards.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with professionalism.
Master Merchandiser
Drivline Retail
04.2014 - 07.2020
- Developed merchandising strategies to optimize product placement and enhance consumer engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on promotional initiatives and product launches.
- Trained and mentored junior merchandisers on best practices for visual displays and stock management.
- Conducted regular audits of merchandising standards to maintain brand consistency across retail locations.
Office Coordinator
Illinois State Board of Education
06.2005 - 08.2012
- Coordinated office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and communication among departments.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, assisting with daily tasks as needed to promote productivity across the organization.
- Trained new staff on administrative procedures, fostering a collaborative team environment and knowledge sharing.
- Tracked records, filed documents, and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Whitney Young Magnet High School
Chicago, IL06.1996
Highway Construction Certification -
Dawson Tech
Chicago, IL06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL06-2027
Skills
- Child supervision
- Safety awareness
- Personal care
- Special needs
- Student discipline
- Incident reporting
- Parent relationship management
- Adaptive equipment
Affiliations
Order of The Eastern Stars- PHA-Eureka Grand Chapter-Wisdom#99
Timeline
Bus Aide
Chicago Public Schools
10.2019 - Current
Front Desk Agent
Amber Inn Motel
07.2016 - 09.2021
Master Merchandiser
Drivline Retail
04.2014 - 07.2020
Office Coordinator
Illinois State Board of Education
06.2005 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
Whitney Young Magnet High School
Highway Construction Certification -
Dawson Tech
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Chicago State University