Alyssa Forbes
Wichita
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
New Song Academy
Wichita, KS
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans fostering cognitive and social development.
- Collaborated with parents to establish effective communication regarding child progress and behavior.
- Supervised classroom activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for toddlers.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in early childhood education techniques.
- Evaluated individual learning needs, adapting teaching strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Organized daily routines that promote independence and foster positive social interactions among toddlers.
- Coordinated educational resources and materials to support diverse learning styles in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
Food Service Worker
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
Wichita, KS
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Operated food preparation equipment to ensure safe and efficient meal production.
- Assisted in serving meals to students, maintaining high standards of presentation and hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas throughout service hours.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily meal requirements and dietary guidelines.
- Followed health and safety regulations during food handling and preparation processes.
- Adapted quickly to changing schedules and menu items based on school needs.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Sales Associate
Wichita State University
Wichita
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, ensuring timely restocking of merchandise.
- Operated point-of-sale systems efficiently, processing transactions and managing cash flow.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure a clean and organized sales environment.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, fostering positive relationships and encouraging repeat business.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZHigh School Diploma -
Heights High School
Wichita, KS05.2025
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Key decision making
- Lesson development
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
New Song Academy
12.2025 - 03.2026
Food Service Worker
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
08.2025 - 11.2025
Sales Associate
Wichita State University
05.2023 - 08.2023
No Degree - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
High School Diploma -
Heights High School