Vanessa Andrews
Chicago
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Black Barrel Tavern
05.2023 - Current
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
Teacher's Assistant
Marble Elementary
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
Specail Education
Whitehills Elementary (Internship)
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Assisted students in the Special Education classroom with assignments and questions
- Assisted in providing examinations and testing to students
Server
Midtown Atheltic Club
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Kept up with fast-paced environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders during peak hours.
Special Education Assistant
Mt. Hope STEAM School (Internship)
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Established rapport with students, using positive reinforcement and genuine empathy to build trust and encourage open communication.
Host
Harbor Restaurant
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
- Maintained balanced cash drawer with correct money values and accurate documentation.
- Consistently upheld company standards and policies, contributing to a positive reputation for the establishment among guests and peers.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI04.2024
High School Diploma -
Jones College Prep
Chicago06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLSkills
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Student Health and Safety
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- De-escalating and Resolving Conflicts
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Punctual and Dependable
Accomplishments
GPA: 3.905
Dean's List: 05/07/2021, 01/12/2022, 05/31/2022, 12/22/2022, 05/18/2023, 12/20/2023
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Marble Elementary
09.2023 - 05.2024
Specail Education
Whitehills Elementary (Internship)
09.2023 - 12.2023
Server
Black Barrel Tavern
05.2023 - Current
Server
Midtown Atheltic Club
04.2023 - 08.2023
Special Education Assistant
Mt. Hope STEAM School (Internship)
09.2022 - 05.2023
Host
Harbor Restaurant
11.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
Jones College Prep
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology
University of Florida