Laura Fernandez
Brooklyn, N.Y. 11209
917-***-**** (Cell)
*********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To acquire a position with a progressive foundation where my interpersonal skills, ambition, commitment and education will be utilized to their fullest potential.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Care Net Inc. Brooklyn, NY Sept 10-Present
Paraprofessional
Work one-on-one with 2nd grade boy with ADHD
Responsible for his well being while he is in school
Help him stay focused in each class and make sure he pays attention to all his professors
Make sure he completes all class work required
YAI/NIPD New York, NY July 08-May 10
Residential Habilitation Specialist
Work one-on-one with developmental/learning disabled individuals
Teaching basic life skills, acting as an advocate in the community, and providing informal counseling
Provide the appropriate therapeutically documented level of supervision to ensure and protect the health and safety of the individual I am working with.
American Eagle Outfitters New York, NY July 05-Aug 08
Lead Cashier/Sales Associate
Responsible for contributing to the efficient operation of the retail store on a day-to-day basis.
Train new employees in retail operation procedures.
Receive and receipt a variety of payments and other cash related transactions
Verify and post to appropriate accounts; issue receipts.
Assist individuals in the accurate application of their transactions, and when necessary, research re-cords on electronic and other available files to provide information regarding financial status.
Maintains electronic files necessary to generate daily reports.
Lead and guide the work of cashiers; answers questions and resolves problems.
Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Pier 1 Imports New York, NY Jan 04-Aug 07
Sales Associate/Marketing Specialist
Assist customers with any questions or problems they may have with their upcoming/current pur-chase.
Informed all consumers about promotions.
In charge of marketing; every week made sure that all furniture was marked at it’s correct price point.
Familiar with all merchandise the store carries.
EDUCATION
Pace University, New York, NY Sept 2003-Aug 2008
Major: Psychology
128 credits completed towards B.A.
SKILLS PROFILE
Fluent in Spanish and English.
ABA certified
SCIP trained
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Firm time management skills
Customer service, excellent people skills
Good organizational skills.
Computer literate: PC, MS Office. Mac