Elora Williams
Wellsville,MO
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with experience at Mexico Public Schools, excelling in special education support and behavior management. Proven ability to enhance guest satisfaction and build strong relationships, while maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure environments. Skilled in effective communication and pet grooming, ensuring quality service and client trust.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Mexico Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- One-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Managed 14 morning students and thirteen afternoon students during my daily work routine.
Waitress
The Banded Rooster
05.2022 - Current
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Managed a high volume dining floor with multiple table sections, up to as many as 10 tables at one time.
- Highly experienced in taking large party groups to myself.
Waitress
Olive Garden
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
Dog Groomer
54 Pet Stop
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Skillfully managed difficult pets using patience and expert handling techniques, ensuring a stress-free experience for both animals and their owners.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment for optimal pet care and customer satisfaction.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust in the quality and consistency of grooming services provided.
- Bathed and groomed anywhere from 8 to 10 dogs a day.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Technology
Moberly Area Community College
Moberly, MOSkills
- Guest Satisfaction
- Cash Handling
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Special education support
- Animal behavior
- Cleaning procedures
- Pet grooming
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Patience and empathy
- Relationship building
- Customer service
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Mexico Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Waitress
The Banded Rooster
05.2022 - Current
Waitress
Olive Garden
01.2021 - 05.2022
Dog Groomer
54 Pet Stop
04.2018 - 10.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Technology
Moberly Area Community College
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