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Shaniece Tuggle

Brentwood

Summary

Energetic childcare assistant with 6 years assisting daycare providers, daycare center teachers and preschool teachers. Works well as part of a team while following all teacher-driven directives. Proactive and self-sufficient in creating innovative ways to deliver curriculum. Dedicated Operations Manager demonstrating effective leadership in all aspects of the job. Punctual childcare assistant driven to inspire and teach children to be respectful, patient and positive. Enjoys being a team player in a diverse working environment. Expert retail sales professional offering 5 years experience in retail customer service and retail management. Focused on exceeding sales goals. Friendly and enthusiastic Retail Sales Associate. Highly successful at upselling and promoting new products. Adapts easily to new environments. Meticulous Eyewear Specialist with 3 years in recommending and adjusting frames to make patients feel comfortable and satisfied with eyeglasses or contacts. Expert in use of optical related tools to create perfect fit for patients. Friendly and patient with clients of all ages.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Optician/Lab Technician/exam Technician

Brentwood Eye Care
11.2022 - Current
  • Performed ancillary testing when ordered by optometrist and thoroughly explained procedures to patients.
  • Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
  • Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
  • Communicated with ophthalmic companies to keep inventory at appropriate levels.
  • Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
  • Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.

Optician/Lab Technician/exam Technician

Eye To Eye Optometry
02.2021 - 11.2022
  • Performed ancillary testing when ordered by optometrist and thoroughly explained procedures to patients.
  • Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
  • Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
  • Communicated with ophthalmic companies to keep inventory at appropriate levels.
  • Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
  • Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.

Optician/lab Technician/exam Technician

Milpitas Optometric Group
02.2018 - 02.2021
  • Operated lensometers to orient and mark lenses for eyeglasses.
  • Calibrated seg heights, vertex and pupillary distance and pantoscopic tilt to customize eyeglass orders and create perfect fit.
  • Filed claims with vision and medical insurance companies to garner payment for optical services.
  • Aided patients in selection of flattering eyeglass frames appropriate for prescription and style preferences.
  • Set up attractive displays, shared current promotions and offered excellent customer service to increase satisfaction.
  • Educated patients aged 2 to 80 on proper care and transportation of spectacles.
  • Contacted patients when eyeglasses or contact lenses arrived in store and used optical tools available to assist with final fitting.
  • Suggested optional items such as lens coatings and lightweight lenses to improve patient experience with eyeglasses.
  • Measured patients' faces for bridge, eye size and temple length to select comfortable frames.
  • Adjusted frames to fit patient faces by bending and shaping with hands, tools and heat.
  • Educated clients about how to adapt to, wear and care for eyeglasses.
  • Helped clients try on and select new frames and recommended lens options to meet specific needs.
  • Maintained thorough records of customer information, prepared detailed work payments, processed insurance claims and collected balances from customers.

Sales Associate

Express
09.2015 - 05.2018
  • Answered questions regarding the store and its merchandise.
  • Provided repeat customers with exceptional care and attention.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor.
  • Helped customers with questions, problems and complaints in person and via telephone.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain the visual appeal of the store.
  • Suggested accessories and complementary purchases.
  • Accepted and processed returns.
  • Worked collaboratively in team environment.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays.
  • Prepared outgoing shipments.

Childcare Assistant

first steps learning center
06.2013 - 02.2018

As a childcare assistant, it was my responsibility to do the following:

  • Relieved the head teacher and toddler teacher.
  • Set up children’s play areas, bookshelves and naptime areas daily.
  • Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences.
  • Mediated talks between parents and teachers regarding disciplinary concerns.
  • Dressed children and changed diapers.
  • Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
  • Maintained a child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
  • Completed evening classroom and play area cleanup and closing duties.
  • Screened and prepared children for enrollment.
  • Assisted the lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting the children down for naps.

Sales Associate

Party City
09.2013 - 11.2013
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays.
  • Helped customers with questions, problems and complaints in person and via telephone.
  • Developed positive customer relationships through friendly greetings and excellent service
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor.
  • Greeted customers and ascertained customers' needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Metropolitan Adult Education Program
San Jose, CA
2013

Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CA

Skills

  • Creative
  • First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Infant and child CPR certification
  • At-home daycare professional
  • Self-sufficient and confident
  • Outdoor activities
  • People-oriented
  • Emotionally supportive
  • Conflict resolution
  • Fluent in sign language
  • Positive and optimistic
  • Organized
  • Highly observant
  • Parent communication
  • Diaper changes and feedings
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Food handling preparation
  • Tactful and sensitive

Timeline

Optician/Lab Technician/exam Technician

Brentwood Eye Care
11.2022 - Current

Optician/Lab Technician/exam Technician

Eye To Eye Optometry
02.2021 - 11.2022

Optician/lab Technician/exam Technician

Milpitas Optometric Group
02.2018 - 02.2021

Sales Associate

Express
09.2015 - 05.2018

Sales Associate

Party City
09.2013 - 11.2013

Childcare Assistant

first steps learning center
06.2013 - 02.2018

High School Diploma -

Metropolitan Adult Education Program

Evergreen Valley College
Shaniece Tuggle