Jennifer Nelson
El Cerrito
Summary
Dependable individual with exceptional people skills. Real team player committed to high levels of job performance. Positively interacts with customers and employees alike in retail environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Assistant Teacher
Berkeley Rose Waldorf School
09.2022 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing strategies to maintain a positive and focused atmosphere.
- Established a safe and supportive learning environment where students felt comfortable expressing themselves creatively.
- Stepped into various classroom settings seamlessly, adapting quickly to different subjects and grade levels as needed.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members through open communication and collaboration.
Assistant Nursery Teacher
Berkeley Rose Waldorf School
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Implemented creative arts projects to develop fine motor skills and encourage self-expression among nursery-aged children.
- Promoted social-emotional development by fostering a nurturing classroom environment where children felt safe, respected, and valued.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently to ensure all materials were readily available for planned activities throughout the day.
Full-Time Parent
Self-employeed
01.2010 - 11.2021
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Owner/Operations Manager
Secara Organic Herb Company
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Elder Care
Christel's Homecare
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Provided compassionate care to elderly clients, assisting them with daily tasks such as meal preparation, grooming, and medication management.
- Upheld client privacy by maintaining confidentiality of personal information while adhering to HIPAA regulations within the elder care industry.
Office Manager
Chinese Medicine Works
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Greeted patients and answered phones in a warm, professional manner, ensuring that patients felt cared-for the moment they entered the clinic.
- Processed payments, prepared herbal formulas, scheduled appointments and cleaned treatment rooms efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed herbal pharmacy with more than 300 products, including inventory, ordering, stocking, and accounts payable.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming environment. Communicated effectively with practitioners and employees to foster harmonious clinic operations.
Food Server
Mama's on Washington Square
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing several tables at once while maintaining high standards of service quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly food service.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Handled difficult customer situations professionally, resolving issues promptly and ensuring repeat business.
- Maintained cleanliness of working areas to create pleasant and inviting atmospheres for guests.
Education
Intuitive Energy Process Training -
Intuitive Energy Center
Berkeley, CA01.2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
San Francisco Art Institute
San Francisco, CA01.1998
Skills
- Responsible
- Organized
- Creativity and innovation
- Technology proficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
Timeline
Substitute Assistant Teacher
Berkeley Rose Waldorf School
09.2022 - Current
Assistant Nursery Teacher
Berkeley Rose Waldorf School
11.2021 - 06.2022
Full-Time Parent
Self-employeed
01.2010 - 11.2021
Owner/Operations Manager
Secara Organic Herb Company
01.2006 - 01.2010
Elder Care
Christel's Homecare
01.2005 - 01.2006
Office Manager
Chinese Medicine Works
01.2000 - 01.2005
Food Server
Mama's on Washington Square
01.1998 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
San Francisco Art Institute
Intuitive Energy Process Training -
Intuitive Energy Center
Similar Profiles
Amy ThelenAmy Thelen
Substitute Teacher, K-12 at Portland Waldorf SchoolSubstitute Teacher, K-12 at Portland Waldorf School
DIANE JOY JACINTODIANE JOY JACINTO
Accounts Receivable/Admin Assistant at Manila Waldorf SchoolAccounts Receivable/Admin Assistant at Manila Waldorf School
Paola Ambrosi De MagistrisPaola Ambrosi De Magistris
Waldorf Early Childhood Support Teacher at Brooklyn Waldorf SchoolWaldorf Early Childhood Support Teacher at Brooklyn Waldorf School