Daniel Taylor
Oakland
Summary
Highly motivated and customer-focused professional with extensive experience in supervisory roles, customer service, and team collaboration. Proven ability to manage store operations, enhance customer experiences, and boost sales. Adept at working in fast-paced environments and handling multiple responsibilities with efficiency and integrity. Seeking a position as a bookseller, barista, hostess/server or bartender where I can leverage my skills and passion for delivering exceptional service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Aide
IHSS Contra Costa
01.2022 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to clients, assisting with daily living activities and promoting independence.
- Monitored and documented patient health conditions, ensuring accurate reporting to healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for clients.
- Enhanced client well-being through effective communication, fostering trust and rapport with patients and families.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
Paraeducator
Kindercare Learning
Alameda, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Supported classroom instruction by implementing individualized learning plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging educational activities that foster student participation.
- Monitored student progress and behavior, providing timely feedback to enhance learning experiences.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
- Led small group sessions focused on literacy and numeracy skills, improving student engagement and understanding.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
- Actively participated in regular team meetings to discuss student progress, share ideas, and collaborate on strategies for continued success.
Seasonal Athlete/Sales Associate
NIKE Inc.
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Enhanced customer engagement through personalized service and product knowledge.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize inventory management and stock replenishment.
- Led initiatives to improve customer satisfaction scores by implementing feedback-driven changes.
- Maintained a clean and visually appealing store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets, contributing to the overall success of the store.
- Ticketed items with pricing and mark-downs and restocked sales floor according to merchandising plan.
Shift Supervisor/Barista
Starbucks
Oakland, CA
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring high-quality customer service and product consistency.
- Trained and mentored new team members on operational procedures and company standards.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock rotation and minimizing waste.
- Implemented efficiency improvements in workflow, enhancing team productivity during peak hours.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, maintaining positive store reputation and client satisfaction.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback to enhance employee development and engagement.
- Coordinated team schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal service delivery at all times.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
05-2020
Associate of Science - Psychology
College of Alameda
Alameda, CA05-2027
Skills
- Compassionate
- Patient care
- Patient relationship building
- Companionship and emotional support
- Safety precautions
- Data entry
- Computer skills
- Office administration
- Administrative support
- Time management
- Microsoft Excel
- File organization
- Clerical support
- Scheduling
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Office management
- Appointment scheduling
Timeline
Paraeducator
Kindercare Learning
10.2025 - Current
Seasonal Athlete/Sales Associate
NIKE Inc.
01.2025 - 01.2025
Healthcare Aide
IHSS Contra Costa
01.2022 - Current
Shift Supervisor/Barista
Starbucks
01.2019 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
Associate of Science - Psychology
College of Alameda