Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Natilee McDonald

Roberts,WI

Summary

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Daycare Owner/Operator

Natilee's Home daycare
Roberts, WI
06.2011 - Current
  • Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
  • Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
  • Established and enforced modern educational standards to support children needs.
  • Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
  • Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
  • Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
  • Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
  • Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
  • Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons.
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Employed positive guidance strategies to encourage children and improve behavior.
  • Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
  • Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
  • Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
  • Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
  • Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
  • Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
  • Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
  • Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
  • Instilled discipline and maintained order with children by using simple and commanding directives.

Receiving Clerk

Grammer Inc
Hudson , WI
05.2010 - 06.2011
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

United Gear and Assembly inc
Hudson, WI
01.2005 - 05.2010
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
  • Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
  • Arranged for pick-up by carriers specified on customer purchase orders determined at final inspection through review of shipping instructions.
  • Prepared orders for shipment, posting weights and shipping charges onto packaging, marking materials with identifying information and updating logs of shipments outgoing and incoming.
  • Unpacked, examined and routed incoming shipments, rejected damaged items and recorded shortages.
  • Supported shipment of goods produced and received goods and supplies for direct use or application towards production or storage of goods designated for consumer marketing.
  • Transported materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas using conveyors, dollies and other motorized or manual transportation equipment.
  • Generated end-of-day reports covering shipments, productivity, and financial totals.
  • Reviewed paperwork to determine priorities and set schedules.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Oversaw warehouse crew stocking inventory and preparing loads.
  • Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
  • Worked with vendors to schedule daily pickups and weekly deliveries.
  • Developed useful shipping systems to establish cost-effective delivery of products.
  • Researched and identified potential new shipping vendors to explore options and acquire best rates.
  • Prepared and maintained accurate records of shipments and deliveries to enable tracking history and acquire consistent information.
  • Monitored and tracked shipments to determine timely delivery and minimize delays.
  • Processed returns and updated accounts.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with shipping vendors to achieve reliable delivery of orders and boost rapport.
  • Negotiated shipping contracts and rates to establish budget friendly agreements.
  • Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes, and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.

Education

High School Diploma -

River Falls High School, River Falls, WI
05.1996

Dental Assisting

Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount, MN

Business Management

Century College, White Bear Lake, MN

Skills

  • Financial Oversight
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Supervision and Leadership
  • Excellent Communication

Timeline

Daycare Owner/Operator - Natilee's Home daycare
06.2011 - Current
Receiving Clerk - Grammer Inc
05.2010 - 06.2011
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator - United Gear and Assembly inc
01.2005 - 05.2010
River Falls High School - High School Diploma,
Dakota County Technical College - , Dental Assisting
Century College - , Business Management
Natilee McDonald