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Lylah Watkins

Lebanon,TN

Summary

Proven educator and skilled communicator, Excelled at Generation Changers Academy by fostering academic growth and enhancing classroom engagement through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Generation Changers Academy
05.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

Server

Cracker Barrel
02.2017 - Current
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Moved and set up seating, and prepared extra silverware prior to arrival of large groups.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.

Server

Cedar Creek Marina
03.2019 - 10.2019
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.

Sales Associate

Bath & Body Works
10.2017 - 12.2017
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Developed, marketed and sold full range of products and support services.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.

Carhop

Sonic
01.2016 - 02.2017

As a carhop I had to know how to count money quickly and efficiently. Providing good customer service while taking orders out to vehicles was a must. I also made drinks and ice cream. Sometimes I would have to wear a headset and take customers' orders.

  • Identified price of goods and calculated bills with optical price scanners, calculators and cash registers.
  • Operated grills and fryers to prepare sandwiches and side items.
  • Answered guest questions and promoted special products.

Sales Associate and Cashier

TJMaxx & Home Goods
01.2015 - 11.2015

While working at Tjmaxx I had multiple job titles.

Whenever I was a cashier knowing how to do math and count money quickly was a must. I also had to know how to kindly interact with customers, but that comes easy. Lastly, whenever I would be on the register I would have to suggest people sign up for a credit card.

Working in the fitting room and on the floor is much different than working the register. On the floor I would have to walk around and ask shoppers if they needed any help, and I would have to fold and hang up clothes. As for working the fitting room, I would stand there and smile as people past, and when someone needed to try items on I would have to count them and point them in the right direction.

  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Collected and authorized payments of guests.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.

Pizza Maker and Cashier

Papa Murphy's
08.2014 - 01.2015

During my time at Papa Murphy's I had to have good customer service skills. I interacted and had conversations with numerous people daily. I had to follow customers' specific requests for their pizzas, and then I would check them out on the register. At the end of the night I would mop, clean up, and do dishes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Antioch High School
Antioch, TN
12.2015

Skills

  • Beverage preparation
  • Sales expertise
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Point of sale operation
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Cash handling
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Child Development
  • Communication
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor

Timeline

Teacher

Generation Changers Academy
05.2022 - Current

Server

Cedar Creek Marina
03.2019 - 10.2019

Sales Associate

Bath & Body Works
10.2017 - 12.2017

Server

Cracker Barrel
02.2017 - Current

Carhop

Sonic
01.2016 - 02.2017

Sales Associate and Cashier

TJMaxx & Home Goods
01.2015 - 11.2015

Pizza Maker and Cashier

Papa Murphy's
08.2014 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Antioch High School
Lylah Watkins