Nadia Dooley
Aldrich
Summary
Experienced with creating and executing engaging lesson plans tailored to first-grade students' unique needs. Utilizes classroom management strategies to maintain productive and positive learning environment. Strong understanding of fostering student development through effective communication and personalized instruction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Waitress
Jasmines Chinese Restaurant
Bolivar, MO
06.2019 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for all patrons.
- Efficiently managed multiple tables, prioritizing tasks to meet customer needs promptly.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to communicate orders and special requests accurately.
- Trained new waitstaff on restaurant procedures, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, contributing to high satisfaction ratings and repeat business.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, ensuring compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Fair Play Schools
Fair Play, MO
08.2014 - 04.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to promote social-emotional learning.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student academic growth and well-being.
- Utilized assessment tools to monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Boosted student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that fostered collaboration and respect.
- Provided personalized feedback on assignments, enabling students to improve their understanding and performance in key subject areas.
- Organized field trips and special events that enriched the curriculum and provided memorable learning experiences for students.
- Improved student reading comprehension through targeted literacy strategies and guided practice sessions.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends, enhancing instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri, MO12-2014
Associate of Arts - Teaching
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, Missouri, MO05-2012
Skills
- Customer service
- Strong multitasking
- Greeting guests
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
Certification
LETRS 1 and 2 certified
Timeline
Waitress
Jasmines Chinese Restaurant
06.2019 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Fair Play Schools
08.2014 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri State University
Associate of Arts - Teaching
Ozarks Technical Community College