Avalon Wedige
Summary
Childcare professional with proven track record of fostering safe, nurturing environments for children. Adept at team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving positive outcomes. Skilled in child development, activity planning, and effective communication with both children and parents. Reliable, flexible, and results-driven.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Salesperson
Vector Group
09.2024 - Current
- Engaged customers in social conversations to create pleasant and easy shopping experience.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Enhanced product knowledge by attending training sessions and staying current with industry trends.
Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
Childcare Staff
YMCA
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
Waitress
Alley Rose
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Childcare Staff
Connect
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Enhanced children''s social skills by planning and implementing engaging group activities.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies consistently across all age groups resulting in decreased instances of disruptive behavior.
- Optimized classroom organization leading to increased engagement during both structured tasks and free playtime.
- Coordinated daily schedules balancing educational activities, playtime, meals, naps, and rest periods for optimal child wellbeing.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in working with children of varying abilities, ensuring each child''s individual needs were met.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Oakland University
Auburn Hills, MI05-2027
University of Nebraska Kearney
Kearney, NE08.2023
Grand Island Senior High School -
Grand Island, NE05.2021
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Oral communication
- Art and music instruction
- Individualized Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Strong multitasking
- Team Collaboration
- Cleanliness
- Safe Food Handling
References
- Bailey Roeder, Director at YMCA, (308)-293-7880
- Dena Brooks, Assistant Director at Connect, (308)-379-6003
- Liz Cooley, Boss at YMCA, (308)-293-1473
Timeline
Salesperson
Vector Group
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School
09.2023 - 09.2024
Waitress
Alley Rose
05.2022 - 08.2022
Childcare Staff
YMCA
09.2021 - 08.2023
Childcare Staff
Connect
10.2019 - 08.2021
Grand Island Senior High School -
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Oakland University
University of Nebraska Kearney
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