Desired Job Title
Daycare TeacherReceptionistotherWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteLocation: Colorado Springs, CO
Open to relocation: No
Open To Work
Ayasmine Thurman
Daycare teacher
Colorado Springs,CO
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic professional with expertise in early childhood education and retail. Proven skills in team collaboration and conflict resolution, fostering positive interactions with children and families. Committed to creating nurturing learning environments and contributing to team success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
discovery kids childcare center at rockrimmon
colorado springs
07.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups at a childcare center.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Implemented educational games that promoted cognitive and social development.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Supervised children during playtime and structured activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance to foster positive interactions and social skills.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication and updates.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive team atmosphere in the classroom.
Retail Sales Associate
Champs Sports
Kansas City
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers and answering inquiries.
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Operated cash register, processed transactions, and handled customer payments efficiently.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
- Maintained organized displays and ensured merchandise was stocked and visually appealing.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and improve store performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline store operations and improve customer experiences.
- Adapted to changing inventory and customer preferences to support sales effectively.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated restock needs to management effectively.
- Assisted in training new employees on store policies and customer interaction techniques.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
Server
IHOP
Kansas City
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly to enhance satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Managed customer orders using point-of-sale systems efficiently.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of dining area to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Trained new servers on restaurant procedures and menu items to support team readiness.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Inclusive Elementary Education
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Early literacy
- Educational games
- Behavior monitoring
- Family engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Customer engagement
- Inventory management
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Customer retention
- Time management
- Customer service
- Sales techniques
- Adaptive problem solving
- Team member support
- Guest engagement
- Relationship management
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
discovery kids childcare center at rockrimmon
07.2025 - Current
Server
IHOP
06.2024 - 04.2025
Retail Sales Associate
Champs Sports
06.2023 - 05.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Inclusive Elementary Education
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs