Andrea McCray
Chantilly
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Bartender
Crossroads Bar Restaurant and Billiards
Chantilly
12.2019 - Current
- Facilitated APA pool league nights, enhancing customer engagement and enjoyment.
- Developed strong relationships with bands and DJs to elevate event experiences.
- Delivered efficient and friendly service for multiple holiday, birthday, career, and corporate gatherings.
- Created a welcoming environment through consistent positive and upbeat interactions with all patrons and staff.
- Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law ordinance
- Trained new employees on all job duties and restaurants policy and procedures.
Instructional Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools, Columbia Elementary
Annandale
08.2013 - 06.2022
- Administered state required testing on all grade levels, following Virginia state protocol.
- Assisted in developing Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as cooperative learning or differentiated instruction.
- Attended multiple professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
- Adapted existing curricula to meet the needs of diverse learners including English language learners and special education students.
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as Response To Intervention models when needed.
- Created reading programs to teach phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary skills.
Kindergarten Co-Teacher/Summer Camp Assistant
Word of Life Academy
Soringfield
06.2010 - 08.2013
- Supported group activities that promoted problem solving skills, critical thinking, and creative expression.
- Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior and social interactions with peers.
- Collaborated with other teachers on creating lesson plans that ensured optimal student learning and engagement.
- Coordinated transportation for field trips and stayed in communication with businesses for successful outings .
- Organized events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of all campers.
- Helped lead morning assemblies where announcements were made about upcoming activities or important reminders.
- Oversaw that the maintenance and upkeep of recreation facilities and areas met state codes.
- First-Aid/CPR trained and MAT certified.
Preschool Teacher
Word of Life Academy
Springfield
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Planned daily activities to help students learn basic skills such as counting, writing, reading, and recognizing colors.
- Encouraged language development through storytelling and role-playing programs.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regularly sharing important milestones and student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Childhood Education
Valley Forge College
Phoenixville, PASome College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VASkills
- Positive and professional
- Guest relations management
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem solving
Timeline
Server/Bartender
Crossroads Bar Restaurant and Billiards
12.2019 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools, Columbia Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2022
Kindergarten Co-Teacher/Summer Camp Assistant
Word of Life Academy
06.2010 - 08.2013
Preschool Teacher
Word of Life Academy
08.2008 - 08.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Childhood Education
Valley Forge College
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Northern Virginia Community College