Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Alyssa Smith

Magnolia Preschool
Bristol,Florida
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Work History

Lead Daycare Teacher

4 Years 4 Months
Magnolia Preschool | Tallahassee, FL | 04.2022 - Current
  • Resolved staff and parent disputes through constructive problem-solving techniques.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 1 to 2 years old.

Daycare Teacher

2 Years 10 Months
Kids Kingdome Christian Preschool | Blountstown, FL | 05.2019 - 03.2022
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.

Dietary Aide

8 Months
Calhoun Liberty Hospital | Blountstown, FL | 04.2018 - 12.2018
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
  • Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
  • Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
  • Upheld efficiency of meal services by pre-setting tables before patients arrived.
  • Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments and tray card.
  • Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Organized and planned medical nutrition therapy for 20 patients and residents

Deli Clerk

1 Year 2 Months
Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store | BRISTOL, Florida | 02.2017 - 04.2018
  • Promoted new or high-value food items by creating attractive displays in cases and other customer-facing areas.
  • Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
  • Created appealing food arrangements for party trays and specialized orders.
  • Calculated total items needed to assemble party trays and placed orders for inventory.
  • Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Received payment via cash, check, card or mobile payment and processed promptly, resulting in 100% accuracy rate

Certified Nursing Assistant

6 Months
Calhoun Liberty Hospital | Blountstown, FL | 01.2016 - 07.2016
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Certified Nursing Assistant

2 Months
River Valley Rehabilitation Center | Blountstown, FL | 09.2015 - 11.2015
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for patient rooms.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Home Health Aide

7 Months
Private Client | Blountstown, FL | 03.2015 - 10.2015
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • 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.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Chipola College | Marianna, FL

Certificate - Medical Billing And Coding

Martinsburg College | Martinsburg, WV | 07.2022

Skills

Classroom Rules Establishment
Arts and Crafts
Supervising Classroom Activities
Organizing and Distributing Materials
Time Management
Lesson Planning
Individual Student Instruction
Instructional Exhibits and Displays
Teaching Method Adaptations
School Policy and Rules Enforcement
Verbal and Written Communication
Volunteer Work Coordination
Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
Documentation and Reporting

Certification

40 hr training required for DCF

Safe Serve Managers for Food Safety

  • CBCS - Certified Billing and Coding Specialist

Timeline

Lead Daycare Teacher

Magnolia Preschool
04.2022 - CurrentRead More

Daycare Teacher

Kids Kingdome Christian Preschool
05.2019 - 03.2022Read More

Dietary Aide

Calhoun Liberty Hospital
04.2018 - 12.2018Read More

Deli Clerk

Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store
02.2017 - 04.2018Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Calhoun Liberty Hospital
01.2016 - 07.2016Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

River Valley Rehabilitation Center
09.2015 - 11.2015Read More

Home Health Aide

Private Client
03.2015 - 10.2015Read More

Martinsburg College

Certificate from Medical Billing And Coding
Read More

Chipola College

Associate of Science from Nursing
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Alyssa Smith