Rachael Carter
Whanganui,MWT
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Caregiver
Care On Call
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Contributed to an overall positive caregiving experience by offering emotional support during challenging or difficult times.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Motel Cleaner
Bulls Motel And Holiday Park
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Maintained a positive and professional demeanor while working in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
- Assisted in training new team members on proper cleaning techniques, ensuring consistency in service quality across the motel.
- Collaborated with front desk staff to ensure prompt room availability for new guests upon checkin.
- Provided exceptional customer service when interacting directly with guests during room cleaning or responding to special requests.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Effectively communicated with fellow staff members to coordinate daily schedules and prioritize urgent tasks.
- Restocked cleaning storage cabinets, carts and baskets for easy use.
- Demonstrated attention to detail through meticulous dusting of surfaces, vacuuming floors, and polishing fixtures within rooms and common areas.
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
- Improved communication between departments by proactively sharing relevant updates and information on daily activities.
- Administered key cards to authorized guests after verifying required credentials.
- Stored guest valuables in safe and individual boxes for security.
- Utilized effective time management skills while multitasking between various tasks such as answering phone calls or emails.
Subway
Bulls Subway
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Teacher Aide
Awatapu College
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Unqualified Early Childhood Teacher
Bulls Calf
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using consistent routines and age-appropriate consequences, creating a safe learning environment for all students.
- Promoted early literacy skills by implementing engaging reading activities and fostering a love for books in young learners.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
OSCAR Teacher
After School Kids
07.2014 - 10.2015
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Waitress
Airport Cafe
03.2005 - 09.2006
- Provided support during busy periods by assisting other servers in cleaning tables and resetting them quickly for incoming guests.
- Checked customers' IDs to verify age in compliance with minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
- Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
- Handled customer complaints diplomatically, working towards satisfactory solutions that ultimately retained loyal clientele.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless guest experiences and resolve any issues promptly.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Playcentre Aotearoa
Whanganui, NZ07.2023
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
UCOL
Palmerston North12.2005
High School Diploma -
Rangitikei College
Marton, NZ12.2003
Skills
First Aide Certificate
Food Safety Handling Certificate 2004
Cash handling, EFTPOS and receipt of goods
Time management
Understanding to other beliefs and cultures
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Fundraising
- Problem-Solving
Team player
Quick to learn new thing
Timeline
In-Home Caregiver
Care On Call
12.2019 - 12.2020
Motel Cleaner
Bulls Motel And Holiday Park
01.2018 - 07.2019
Subway
Bulls Subway
05.2017 - 12.2017
Teacher Aide
Awatapu College
01.2017 - 12.2017
Unqualified Early Childhood Teacher
Bulls Calf
01.2016 - 12.2017
OSCAR Teacher
After School Kids
07.2014 - 10.2015
Waitress
Airport Cafe
03.2005 - 09.2006
Early Childhood Education
Playcentre Aotearoa
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
UCOL
High School Diploma -
Rangitikei College
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