Toshae' Turner
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Essex Regional Educational Services Commission
11.2013 - Current
- Assists teacher with conducting lessons, managing the classroom and developing materials
- Track student progress during the school year and create reports to let parents understand what their children are learning
- Empower students through programs designed to enhance their academic and social achievements
- Work with computers and specialized AV equipment to make these resources available to the teacher during lessons
- Act as a nurturing and encouraging influence for students during lessons
- Monitor the classroom and minimize distractions and disruptions.
Shelter Monitor
Action Ministries
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Enhanced shelter residents'' well-being by implementing effective case management and support services.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents through regular facility inspections and enforcing rules and regulations.
- Contributed to successful rehousing of residents by coordinating with local agencies and resources.
- Ensured an orderly living environment by conducting room checks, resolving conflicts, and addressing maintenance issues promptly.
Prep Cook
Chipotle Grill
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Expedited food preparation for timely service by closely following chef''s instructions and prioritizing tasks.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
- Sharpened knife skills, resulting in precise cuts and reduced preparation time.
Girls Scout Leader
Irvington Board Of Education
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Enhanced troop cohesiveness by organizing regular team-building activities and events.
- Increased community involvement for the Girl Scout troop through coordinating volunteer projects and public demonstrations.
- Developed strong leaders within the troop by providing guidance, support, and mentorship to girls in various leadership roles.
- Promoted a positive environment for skill development by implementing diverse and engaging badge-earning opportunities.
- Managed successful fundraising campaigns for troop activities, generating necessary funds for valuable experiences like camping trips and educational outings.
- Strengthened relationships with local businesses and organizations by collaborating on mutually beneficial partnerships and events.
- Improved communication between parents, scouts, and other organization members through regular updates via newsletters or email correspondence.
Food Service Worker
Irvington Board Of Education
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control measures while serving meals.
- Maintained a clean and sanitized work environment, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly food service to students.
- Assisted in menu planning and development aimed at accommodating diverse dietary needs of students.
Custodian
Irvington Board Of Education
09.2012 - 10.2013
- Sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors
- Waxing furniture and cleaning fixtures
- Disposing of trash and emptying trash receptacles
- Performing minor repairs
- Keeping buildings free from indoor pests
- Maintaining cleaning equipment
- Maintaining inventory of cleaning agents and equipment
- Ensuring equipment and lights are switched off, and premises are locked after hours.
- Ensured a healthy learning environment with thorough daily cleaning of classrooms, restrooms, and common areas.
Lead Teacher
Learn To Love Day Care Center
06.2007 - 12.2012
- Supervise and monitor the safety of children
- Prepare meals and organize mealtimes and snacks for children
- Help children keep good hygiene
- Change the diapers of infants and toddlers
- Help the director to organize activities and implement a curriculum that allow children to learn about the world and explore interests
- Developed schedules and routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime
- Watched for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring the problems to the attention of parents
- Kept records of children's progress, routines, and interest.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Library Assistant
Grambling State University Library
01.2009 - 08.2010
- A library assistant works in a public or private library and is responsible for the materials therein
- They see that all books and periodicals are cataloged properly and in the right place
- Streamlined library operations by assisting in the accurate cataloging and organization of materials.
- Enhanced patron experience by providing efficient and courteous customer service at the circulation desk.
Caregiver
Creative Concepts Child Development Center
07.2004 - 08.2007
- Monitor children at all times to stay aware of their physical and emotional needs and to maintain their constant safety
- Assist children with personal tasks such as eating, dressing, and using the restroom
- Maintain a regular schedule of meal times, nap times, and play times
- Keep children engaged in fun learning activities and design daily activities and events for children
- Perform light housekeeping duties and keep all meal, nap, and activity areas clean and well-organized.
- Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/ Special Education Dual K-5
Gambling State University
Grambling, LA02.2011
High School Diploma -
Orange High School
Orange, NJ06.2008
Skills
- Leadership
- Work ethic
- Confidence
- Time management
Timeline
Shelter Monitor
Action Ministries
11.2020 - 03.2021
Prep Cook
Chipotle Grill
10.2020 - 02.2021
Girls Scout Leader
Irvington Board Of Education
09.2017 - 09.2019
Food Service Worker
Irvington Board Of Education
09.2014 - 06.2015
Paraprofessional
Essex Regional Educational Services Commission
11.2013 - Current
Custodian
Irvington Board Of Education
09.2012 - 10.2013
Library Assistant
Grambling State University Library
01.2009 - 08.2010
Lead Teacher
Learn To Love Day Care Center
06.2007 - 12.2012
Caregiver
Creative Concepts Child Development Center
07.2004 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/ Special Education Dual K-5
Gambling State University
High School Diploma -
Orange High School
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