Hailey Cimei
Zearing Child Enrichment Center
Magnolia
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Compassionate and patient teaching assistant with a strong focus on fostering inclusive classrooms. Known for building relationships with students and parents, ensuring effective communication, and facilitating engaging learning experiences.
Work History
Teaching Assistant
2 Years 2 Months- Supported lead teachers in classroom management and student engagement strategies.
- Assisted in planning and implementing educational activities for diverse age groups.
- Facilitated communication between parents and co-teachers about a child's day.
- Organized learning materials and activities to help the flow of the day.
- Developed and maintained a safe, inclusive environment conducive to learning experiences.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by the class teacher.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress, concerns, and achievements.
- Maintained a clean classroom by doing housekeeping tasks such as sweeping, cleaning up toys, wiping down surfaces, vacuuming, and mopping.
- Kept children clean throughout the day by doing regular diaper changes every 2 hours and then also as needed in between the times, changed clothes as needed, and helped children wash hands and face after meal times.
Host
7 Months- Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed the reservation system, optimizing table turnover and guest flow.
- Collaborated with servers to communicate special requests and guest needs.
- Monitored dining area for cleanliness, maintaining high standards of presentation.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication and cooperation with coworkers and management.
- Increased restaurant efficiency by maintaining an organized host stand, including menus, reservation logs, and seating charts.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
Sandwich Artist
1 Year 9 Months- Crafted custom sandwiches to meet customer preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Assisted in training new team members on sandwich preparation techniques.
- Ensured cleanliness and compliance with food safety standards during operations.
- Managed inventory levels, minimizing waste while maintaining product availability.
- Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing the overall dining experience and loyalty.
- Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
- Streamlined sandwich assembly processes to improve efficiency and reduce wait times.
- Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
- Kept the workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining positive relationships and promoting repeat business.
- Increased speed of service through effective multitasking and time management skills.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a positive work environment.
- Demonstrated flexibility by covering shifts when needed, ensuring consistent staffing levels for optimal operation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Classroom support
Helping students with special needs
Behavior management
Supervising student activities
Small group and individual assistance
Cleaning and sanitizing
Effective communication
Collaborative teamwork
Relationship building
Classroom organization
Computer skills
Positive attitude
Certification
Level 1-3: ECE Credential
Level 1-3: Infant/Toddler Credential
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Zearing Child Enrichment Center
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Host
Applebee's Grill + Bar
10.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
11.2021 - 08.2023Read More
Illinois Valley Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
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Putnam County High School
High School Diploma
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